A floor jib crane is a type of material handling equipment that is used to lift and move heavy items in restricted or tight spaces. It typically consists of an upright support, a horizontal beam (or “jib”), and some form of hoisting device. The jib can be adjusted to different…
Drum Trucks and Drum Handling Equipment
Moving and lifting drums is always a challenge in a commercial and industrial market. It is going to be, essentially, impossible to move these heavy items without the help of specialist equipment that can take the bulk of the weight for you. One popular option is a forklift drum lifter,…
Lifting Equipment and its Uses
Lifting equipment is a broad term, encompassing many of the tools and gear used to perform lifts. This can be in a variety of settings, from construction sites, to factories and production lines, to industrial settings. The lifting equipment industry is huge and encapsulates a massive range of tools used…
Machine Movers: Safety First
Any kind of lift requires a great degree of safety, but never more so than when moving heavy, difficult pieces of machinery. Machine movers are designed to take the heavy lifting out of moving objects like these, so they can be transported safely and more easily. They allow machines to…
Safety Equipment to Keep Tools Safe
Working at height is dangerous for the people working but it can also be dangerous for those below them. They are in danger of being hit if objects fall from height – especially if the height is great and the object is heavy. Fall arrest gear is needed to stop…