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Complete inspections of overhead cranes and hoists are done in accordance with current ANSI standards and manufacturers' recommendations. Formal inspection reports would include a checklist of the items inspected, stating a professional opinion of the current condition of the part as well as any recommendations for repairs or modifications. Recorded data of hook throat openings, chain and/or cable measurements, and crack testing of load hooks will be included with dates and signatures. An inspection for the existence and functionality of required safety items and features as governed by state and federal regulations, and compliance with current NEC and ANSI standards will be done to inform the customer if any deficiencies exist. A long range inspection analysis, tracking the history of parts removed from service, will better enable us to customize inspection frequencies, predict a part's life expectancy, and schedule routine repairs on normal wear items. Preventive maintenance includes, but is not limited to: lubrication of the unit as recommended by the manufacturer of the equipment, topping off of oil, all brake adjustments, and the tightening of any loose fasteners found during inspection.

AmeriCrane & Hoist's inspectors are all fully qualified and experienced individuals in the crane and hoist field who not only do the inspections, but are also the same technicians who do the repair work. To do a proper crane inspection, we feel that the inspector should have extensive knowledge and experience on troubleshooting and doing repairs. This experience is crucial in identifying potential problems and being aware of the tendencies certain models have as their parts begin to wear. Many of the parts on your crane, such as internal gearing and some electrical components are not visually accessible upon routine inspections. Often, deteriorating parts reveal themselves in subtle clues, such as slight noises or vibrations. These clues are recognizable to an experienced technician. It is common for a crane inspection to turn into a troubleshooting situation. Many crane service companies today have teams of inspectors who do not have the experience or the "know how" to do repairs or troubleshoot. Using these under-qualified workers, they are able to quote lower prices on inspections. Please be aware that crane inspections, like any service, differs greatly in quality and content, as well as price. Don't be fooled by any fancy marketing propaganda. There are no "magic" software programs or crane repairman degrees that guarantee a satisfactory job. Even following current ANSI standards does not mean that inspectors will do a thorough inspection. There are many grey areas in the interpretation of ANSI that service companies can hide behind. Disassembly of the equipment is not even required according to these standards. Ultimately, it comes down to the quality and expertise of the individual inspector and the company they work for. We are a company that knows the importance of the individual. The owners of AmeriCrane know personally each of our technicians and their capabilities.  We make it a point to work side by side with each of them to ensure that the service AmeriCrane provides is maintained at the highest level possible. Currently, of our seven technicians, one has five years of experience in the field, with the others ranging in experience from ten to forty years each! AmeriCrane is an owner-operated business that is independent of the biased nature of some other service companies who are owned by hoist manufacturers. For this reason, we feel that our opinions and recommendations can be more honest and accurate, rather than merely a sales pitch to sell a specific brand name. AmeriCrane is a well known parts warehouse where we have a vast inventory of parts available to meet your needs. Since our service vans carry many of the common parts needed in repairs, we are able to do many of the repairs during the inspection or the same day if needed. In today's safety conscious industrial environment where cranes can carry an immense amount of burden as well as liability, I can assure you that AmeriCrane & Hoist Corporation will provide you with excellent service at a fair rate.

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