Plate Clamps Seem Like An Unsafe Lifting Attachment

To the average person, vertical plate clamps seem like an unsafe lifting attachment. How do they work? And how are they safe? A vertical plate clamp consists of a jaw with sharp serrated edges and a sharp button that bites into the plate. Due to the thickness and limitations of the cams and jaws, manufacturers […]

Power For Lifting In Electric, Chain And Wire Rope Hoists

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 […]