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inspections

Our customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of our inspections, noting our thorough and detailed photographic inspection reports, as well as the comprehensive electronic logbooks we maintain for all client assets in our database. Our customers continue to choose us because our extensive inspections effectively reduce and eliminate unforeseen breakdowns, equipping them with the tools necessary to implement proactive maintenance strategies.

overhead cranes, monorails, hoists, truck mounted cranes & rigging

Inspection Services Description

At Venter Cranes, our inspection services are meticulously designed to meet the rigorous standards outlined in CSA B167-16. We go beyond mere assessments by providing a comprehensive service for your overhead cranes and hoists.

Our detailed inspections include:

  • Measuring Brake Pad Thickness: We ensure your brake pads meet safety requirements.

  • Resetting Brakes: Our technicians reset brakes to manufacturer tolerances to guarantee optimal performance.

  • Checking and Adjusting Wiring: We inspect and tighten any loose wiring to enhance safety and functionality.

  • Thorough Rope Inspections: Our team conducts extensive inspections of the ropes to identify wear or damage.

  • Inspecting for Loose Bolts: We check all components for loose bolts to prevent potential failures.

  • Testing Contactor Resistances: We test contactor resistances for longevity in accordance with manufacturer tolerances.

Our inspections are designed not just to report on the condition of your equipment but to provide actionable insights. We equip our customers with the necessary details on component wear, enabling them to plan maintenance effectively and avoid costly breakdowns.

When we conduct an inspection, we don't just inform you that brakes need servicing—we service them. We don’t simply report loose wires; we tighten them. Our comprehensive inspection is essentially a service of your equipment, ensuring that our customers are fully aware of the condition of their machinery and that it is ready for safe operation.

Choose Venter Cranes for inspections that prioritize safety, reliability, and proactive maintenance planning!

Proper service inspection of an overhead crane requires time and attention to detail to ensure that every component is thoroughly assessed and maintained. Our skilled technicians conduct comprehensive inspections, ensuring that all safety and performance standards are met.

For example:

  • A 5-15 tonne overhead single girder crane should take 4 hours to complete.

  • A 16-20 tonne overhead crane should take 5-6 hours.

  • A 22-tonne plus double girder overhead crane will take 6-8 hours.

  • If the crane has dual hoists, expect it will take 2-3 hours to service the additional components.

For hoists only, the average time required to service and inspect a 5-tonne underslung hoist correctly is 2-3 hours. These times are not set in stone; they are intended to give you an idea of what to expect from a proper, comprehensive service and inspection. Of course, times will vary depending on the crane model, type, and location.

Not every situation is the same, and we customize our inspections to suit our client's specific requirements. We don’t conduct drive-by inspections; they do not benefit our clients and can lead to unexpected breakdowns. Our methods are designed to reduce these breakdowns and help our clients implement effective proactive maintenance strategies.

 

Investing time in a proper inspection today leads to greater reliability and peace of mind.

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Our Operations Manager has meticulously developed our inspection procedures in line with current overhead crane standards, ensuring they are regularly updated and revised as necessary. With 35 years of hands-on experience as a technician specializing in overhead crane services—ranging from container handling and vessel cranes to general production and maintenance cranes up to 250 tonnes—our approach is both comprehensive and reliable.

Our techniques are designed to reduce breakdowns, equip our clients with the tools needed for proactive maintenance, and ensure the safety of the equipment we maintain.

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