1:00-2:30 PM ET
The Making, Shaping and Treating of Crane Wheels
Mark Mcginley, Hall Industries Inc.
This presentation describes the material selection, production processes, heat treating practices, and inspection procedures commonly used in the production of crane wheels and wire rope sheaves.
Flat-Tread vs. Tapered-Tread Wheels Revisited
Rich Warriner, Virginia Crane-Foley Material Handling Co. Inc.
This presentation describes the material selection, production processes, heat treating practices, and inspection procedures commonly used in the production of crane wheels and wire rope sheaves.
Mill Roll Handling - Challenges, Equipment and Safety Considerations
James Annab, Bradley Lifting
This presentation will explore the challenges associated with mill roll handling, including efficiency and considerations for facilities with a large variety of roll configurations. It will also cover some of the equipment options available to handle the variety of different roll and chock configurations, as well as best practices for determining a solution that fits the end user's process. Finally, it will cover some of the guidelines of safe mill roll handling, and the role that "hands off" handling plays in ensuring safety for personnel.