The SMC 4 Multicontroller from STAHL CraneSystems is a safe electronic control and monitoring device for hoists with pole-changing or frequency-controlled drives. It also ensures permanent monitoring of the hoist’s conditions. It can be extended with six additional freely programmableinputs and outputs by adding an option module ..read more

Pfaff-silberblau, a leading supplier of motion technology for industrial applications, is introducing a new ATEX variant of the K.13 bevel gear series. This gearbox series has been specially upgraded for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and thus meets the requirements of the ATEX directives ..read more

1. Product and Materials Product specifications should be the first consideration when looking at any production equipment, especially for conveyance systems. Product size and weight are vital details to ensure the chosen conveyor is ideal for the application. In the case of large products or high a ..read more

The NEW AquaGard LP Conveyor Dorner’s new AquaGard LP conveyor is designed to fit in tight spaces, making it the ideal sanitary conveyor for dry or wipedown applications within the packaging, pharmaceutical, confectionary, bakery and other packaged food industries. The AquaGard LP ..read more

Often it is simple solutions that provide added efficiency for our customers. In this case, for a manufacturer of body care products, the aim was to make the production process safer and at the same time more effective. Dorner was able to convince the customer that we should integrate so-called segm ..read more

If you own or operate an overhead crane or jib crane, you will understand the importance of a regular maintenance program. An overhead crane inspection sheet can be incorporated at any worksite that uses an overhead crane to handle materials. This ensures the system will continue operating properly before a worker handles it. Since operating cranes can be extremely dangerous, it's important to have a comprehensive preventative maintenance program that includes a daily inspection ..read more

In many parts of the world, hoists are being used in temperatures below -20°C. Commonly associated with such extreme temperatures are northern regions such as Northern Norway, Sweden and Finland, the Russian Federation, parts of Canada, and more. In practice, there are many more regions where applications with hoists must sustain temperatures below -20°C ..read more

As cranes and crane controls have become more sophisticated, so too has the information we can obtain from them. Not only do cranes lift and move materials that we as humans cannot,  they also provide a wealth of information about the equipment and the load being moved. When equipped with crane ..read more

With its CraneKit for Monorail Systems and Jib-Cranes, STAHL CraneSystems offers crane builders worldwide the possibility to complete orders effectively and economically with little planning outlay. Thanks to simple configuration of the crane system in our in-hou se sales program SalesManager, users ..read more

When buying a linear actuator, it’s important to choose a product that will fit best with your application and specific demands. Whether you want a high load capacity, a longer duty cycle or something that requires very little maintenance, you’ll need to research each ‘type’ of actuator thoroughly ..read more