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crane control, lamps, horns, and lights to signal when a crane is in use.
3. Keep consistent equipment design Within a manufacturing facility, it is common for there to be multiple types of cranes for use across various operations. A helpful strategy to reduce maintenance and increase productivity is standardising crane equipment where possible. This will help reduce the number of spares needed. Standardising your conductor bar, festoons, rails, and radio remotes is a good place to start. Additionally, utilising a radio remote that includes tandem crane controls can reduce the number of remotes needed for operations, streamlining operator training, and standardising tasks. When considering a crane management system and consistent equipment design, collaborate with a vendor who understands what tasks your cranes will be performing and where your facility can streamline operations and maintenance.
4. Train your operators Effectively operating a crane takes hours of training to ensure employees are prepared to operate, maintain, and repair the equipment when needed. Crane operators must have a heightened attention to detail, good mechanical aptitude, and strong verbal communication to ensure the safety of those around them and the safety of the equipment when moving heavy loads.
A best practice when investing in a crane management system is to invest early in operator
training. The manufacturing industry has a high employee turnover rate, so it’s important to have effective training practices to get operators up to speed and make them feel comfortable operating the different cranes within a facility. The better training operators receive, the less downtime there will be throughout the day. Also, the more familiar they are with the different cranes across a facility, the easier it will be for them to perform necessary maintenance instead of needing a third party to repair a crane each time something needs fixing.
5. Choose a reliable partner A reliable vendor partner is crucial in helping you meet crane management and operational goals. Cranes will inevitably need maintenance and spare equipment, which means finding a partner who understands your inventory, how to fix your equipment, and what your operators need will give you peace of mind. Look for a partner that can guide you on best industry practices that you and your employees can trust. Cranes are necessary for many businesses as
they reduce the need for manual processes, increase productivity, and keep a facility moving. The sector is seeing many innovations and modernisations to bring cranes into the digital age. The time is now for facility managers to take advantage of crane optimisations, but it’s vital to first understand how to manage the overall working system to keep operators and equipment safe and functional. ^
n A successful crane management strategy depends on selecting a reliable vendor partner. © Alexey_Rezvykh /
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r Prioritise safety by implementing an array of sensor-based systems, predictive maintenance plans and radio remote controls.
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