ASME BTH-1: Common Terms Used in Lifting Device Design
“Design is the method of putting form and content together.” American designer Paul Rand’s words may not have been intended…
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What Are ASME’s Inspection Standards for Remote Operated Magnet Lifters?
ASME B30.20 inspection, removal-from-service, testing, and maintenance requirements for remotely operated magnet lifters.
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What Are ASME Inspection Standards for Close Proximity Magnet Lifters?
What are the inspection requirements for close proximity magnet lifting below-the-hook devices? The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) sets…
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7 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Below-the-Hook Lifting Device
If you’re thinking about buying a below-the-hook lifting device, then you’ve probably realized there’s an inefficiency or a possible safety issue…
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Identification & Markings for Older Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
It's possible that if you have a below-the-hook lifting device manufactured prior to 2008, it may not be in compliance…
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What Makes My Below-the-Hook Lifting Device OSHA Compliant?
Below-the-hook devices are sometimes an afterthought when safety and production personnel self-assess their lifting and rigging programs for compliance. It’s…
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