It’s a hard decision, but it comes up a lot. Industrial concrete floors, Can they handle your lifting requirements? How’s the concrete in your floor? What is your concrete depth? Customers argue this point with me somewhat frequently when they want us to install a jib crane or an automotive hoist. It’s understandable. Who wants […]
We wish to reach out to all of you out there previously using any crane inspection & repair company that is no longer around – We are here to support you. A customer from Mississauga recently came to us after ALL Canada closed up shop, feeling disappointed. They called us, got set up in no […]
This is the first of a 3-Blog series focusing on power for lifting in electric, chain and/ or wire rope hoists. To start, here is a list of some common components for your hoist. The Electrical Motor – The electric motor is usually wound in two speeds and converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. It […]
Our technicians will show up as quickly as possible. Happy new year to everyone! Our Crane Tech team welcomes in a new year 2024 with the same excellent customer service as ever! Here is a summary of how we schedule your very important service. If we get a “breakdown” call you as a customer are […]
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas Here at Crane Tech we wanted to wish all of our customers and fans a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season. We know some plants are closed. We know some are open here in Barrie, Ontario especially. Some of our customers will see us for inspections and repairs this coming […]
Crane Tech is proud of its versatility in this industry. We are able to provide engineered proposal drawings and quote unique access platforms for worker safety. After all, who knows safety better than the company who does safety training? Guardrails and handrails that follow code. Access ladders and stairs that meet your safety concerns. Smart […]
Often, our customers are extending the life span of lifting equipment by taking our advice. The rails are worn out. Replacing them is a band aid. How do we save this situation? The other day I realized why it is that we are so busy. Our crane inspection and maintenance service helps save you money. […]
We are 20 years old! And believe me there have been many challenges thru the years. Our history in the Barrie, Ontario area runs deep! We started as a company engineering and fabricating specialized lifting equipment for our local Kubota Metals Corporation foundry. We came up with some very unique lifting equipment for that foundry. […]
Why you should get a remote for your Bridge Cranes? Remote controls for Bridge Cranes are a really good way to improve safety for your workers. Safety is always our number priority. Safety for your workers is the main advantage for using remote controls. But there’s more… Recently we were contacted by York Excavating (York […]
Do we pass or fail this cable on a 40 Ton Crane? It was a hard decision to make. But it was the right one. Sometimes when we do this work, we have to fail devices for safety. Our inspections are thorough. We get right to the point and we make sure that the work […]
