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distributors to develop technology to meet these challenges. Innovative and affordable material handling solutions empower workers to perform tasks faster and with more precision, while reducing the risks of injuries from accidents and repetitive motion, and lowering the costs associated with damaged parts, products and machinery For example, Gorbel work station cranes
are designed for easy movement where the bridge of the crane and lifting device can be easily positioned to keep all parts of the system in the proper area for maximum efficiency. Trolley wheels glide inside the enclosed track, and its G-Force Intelligent Lifting Device allows the user to guide the load using little force. “While demand for many products has been at its highest in years, having enough workers to adequately perform the job remains a challenge across industries. So, users are looking for ways to keep production high, use less workers for some jobs, and ensure that workers remain safe while performing the job. It has been
extremely challenging on many levels as users try to ‘do more with less’,” adds Beightol. Air Technical Industries (ATI) has also
developed a number of products to ease the burden on the worker, including a series of free-standing workstation bridge cranes, which enable X-Y-Z movement in any work cell or department. For most common, economical applications, a monorail design is offered, with low-profile bridge. This double-girder design carries the hoist inside the bridge between the beams so that only the hook hangs below the bridge allowing for low headroom clearance and maximum utility. The design of the double girder with hoist built-in offers great benefits with low headroom and greater working height. “The self-supporting feature is an ideal solution in a rented building. When you move, you take it with you. It requires no modifications to the building structure and can be installed independent of any existing structural supports. Another great feature is that the crane can be used
indoors and moved outdoors if necessary,” says Vida Novak, CEO, Air Technical Industries.
“The bridge span is available in a variety
of widths. The runway is also available in any length to meet the user’s requirements. The bridge and hoist travel can be manually operated for smaller capacities and can be upgraded to motorized bridge and trolley travel. Capacities available are 500, 1000, 2000, 4000, 6000 and 10,000 pounds. Power is 120VAC single-phase for lighter capacities or 240-480VAC 3-phase for larger, heavier capacities. “Free-standing bridge cranes can be installed quickly and removed if you are moving or need it in a different location. These new cranes are an ideal, simple and economic solution for many lifting, handling, assembly, and work positioning operations.” Finally, Ron Piso, sales manager, GW
Becker, says despite being recognized for its design, engineering, and manufacturing of overhead crane products, runway systems, and components., it can offer
R GW Becker 18 | October 2022 | Overhead Crane Material Handling Industry Supplement
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