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Improve Your Sheet Handling Operation With Vacuum Lifting Systems

Improve Your Sheet Handling Operation With Vacuum Lifting Systems

Sheet handling operations are often large, complicated endeavors where countless loads are lifted daily. Those in the business of industrial sheet handling benefit greatly from efficient and productive working conditions. One way this is accomplished is through creating a safer work environment. High tech equipment like vacuum lifters can provide increased safety for workers and, …

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Permanent Lifting Magnet Manufacturers Explain ASME Compliance Standards

Permanent Lifting Magnet Manufacturers Explain ASME Compliance Standards

Permanent lifting magnet manufacturers have greatly increased the strength of their products over the past decade. Improvements throughout the industry have resulted in immensely powerful machinery capable of lifting massive loads. But with increased strength comes increased security measures. Even the slightest mistake can cause severe injuries or even death. The American Society of Mechanical …

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Permanent Lifting Magnets: The Relationship Between Quality and Safety

It’s everyone’s worst fear come to life: 2,900 pounds of steel come raining down from above. For one Ohio worker—his arm crushed beneath that load—things will never be the same. At the center of this incident was the malfunction of a second-rate lifting magnet. In the aftermath OSHA would step in and fine the manufacturer …

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Benefits of Multiple Part Handling Systems for Material Handling

The safety benefits center around the fact that a Permadur Multiple Part Handling System will help keep the operators off the burning/cutting table and its dangerous walking surface. In addition, Permadur Multiple Part Handling Systems use patented magnets that are electrically-controlled permanent magnets. As such, these magnets will not drop a suspended load due to …

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How To Choose the Right Permanent Lifting Magnet for the Job

Many end users may think that the process of selecting a below the hook lifting magnet Lifting is simple. It’s based off of the heaviest piece you are lifting, right? That certainly is one key component but there are many others to consider. Material surface condition, alloy content, material thickness and contact area are also …

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Safety Checklist: Operating an Electrically-Controlled Permanent Lifting Magnet

Like with any Below the Hook lifting device, safe operation and training are crucial to the safety of your employees and in keeping a safe workplace. Below we will step through general safety and operation guidelines for a Permadur lifting magnet. Please remember that owners and operators shall also follow safety and operational guidelines as …

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Cleaning, Maintaining, and Caring for Your Permadur Permanent Lifting Magnet

The following guides you through typical guidelines for the proper periodic maintenance of a Permadur Permanent Lifting Magnet. A Permadur Lifting Magnet should perform Plans indefinitely with proper care and maintenance. Daily Maintenance The lifting surfaces of the magnet shall be kept clean, smooth and free of rust or any other materials. Inspect the lifting …

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