![]() ![]() It is surprising that lifting technologies of all types and capacities are often put to work without the appropriate level of understanding about the crane and its condition. But this isn’t a product or application centric article we aim to provide perspective on load testing and campaign for greater understanding of lifting equipment, generally. In simple terms, Water Weights (now part of Unique Group) fills special bags with water and the weight is measured by a load cell or other device that is rigged between the bag and the hook. There is a lot of ignorance about the essence of load testing, even within the crane industry where it is, obviously, hugely important. That’s incredibly naive, as we frequently discuss at CCAA (Crane Certification Association of America) meetings. There are too many scenarios where a load test is viewed as little more than the final stage of a new crane installation or retrofit before plugging it in and picking up a load. ![]() ![]() It’s time we took a more holistic approach, particularly with regards to load testing. At times, we probably all think ours is the most interesting or important we prioritise accordingly and treat others as peripheral. We can all get stuck in our own wheelhouses in sectors like the crane industry, which is made up of many different product and service areas. In a special edition of the blog, hear from Jim Jota (Marketing Manager at Water Weights) and Tad Dunville (Director of Corporate Development at Ace World Companies) about crane load testing. ![]()
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