ROUNDTABLE Innovation in Lifting
Specialists from Electrolift, Oz Lifting and Gorbel present their views on the current and future state of lifting.
I
n the year 2050, technology will dominate the workplace with artificial intelligence (AI) and smart assistants being commonplace, while the use of augmented and virtual reality continues to increase. Everything will be ‘smart’ – connected and data-driven.
Lifting operations have become an integral part of our daily lives, from construction sites to warehouses and with rapid advancements in technology such as sensors and real-time data there is a growing emphasis on safety. Without proper lifting operations, the construction of skyscrapers, shipping of heavy machinery, and
many of our daily operations would not be possible. By ensuring a streamlined and efficient system, lifting operations contribute significantly to our economy and development. As the world gravitates towards eco-friendly solutions, the lifting industry isn’t lagging. New equipment is being designed to reduce emissions, consume less energy, and have a minimal carbon footprint. IoT technology will change product designs, Ocean Thermal Energy can take us to 100% renewable-energy and half of the current jobs in the world are unlikely to exist. To find out more we chat to our experts to gather their thoughts on the topic.
OCH: What are the primary challenges faced by manufacturers and companies in today's lifting landscape? Steve Pilione, director, sales & marketing, Electrolift: Manufacturers encounter a significant challenge in acquiring the appropriate lifting equipment tailored to their specific applications. While experts in their product manufacturing, specifying the right hoist extends beyond basic parameters like lift, speed, and capacity. The operational environment and dimensional
restrictions are crucial factors impacting safety and optimizing hoist life and downtime. For instance,
Steve Pilione
Electrolift hoist working with hot metal Electrolift clean room hoist for food grade application.
34 | Spring 2024 |
www.ochmagazine.com
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51
