A series of interesting heavy lifting and handling machines with pick and carry capability has been launched by NC Nielsen. All combine carriers similar to self propelled modular transporter (SPMT) ...

It’s not uncommon for earthmovers to occasionally be tasked with lifting and placing heavy loads, such as pipe or trench boxes, on a project. Yet, each lift requires careful planning to ensure the ...

Caterpillar’s Lift Assist technology helps excavator operators lift heavy loads more safely and efficiently. By monitoring ...

Universal Robots has expanded its cobot portfolio with a new 30 kg (66.13 lb) payload cobot. The UR30 is constructed on the same architecture of the UR2O and offers impressive lift and motion control ...

Explains how pulleys work to lift heavy weights more easily. A fixed pulley changes the direction of force, allowing for easier lifting, while a movable pulley reduces the amount of force needed to ...

The HepcoMotion® MHD Max Heavy Duty system is an accurate and strong linear guide that supports high loads and heavy duty applications. March 20, 2008 Comprised of bearing blocks containing three ...

TASK: Given various scenarios where lifting of a heavy load is required, list and describe the safety considerations to be dealt with before, during and after the lift is accomplished. The "Lifting ...

Using backhoes and excavators on sites to lift and place heavy construction materials saves time and money, but doing the job safely demands special care. “A variety of concerns come into play,” says ...

Manually handling pad-mount transformers took its toll on line crews from Canadian utilities Hydro One and Hydro Ottawa Ltd. Each time the equipment had to be installed or removed, line workers had to ...

OBJECTIVE: Understand the components and ratings of a wood box crib and best practices when constructing a box crib at a vehicle rescue incident. TASK: Given the need to support a lifted or otherwise ...