Protect Lifting Equipment from Corrosion
Outdoor crane and hoist installations must be designed to protect internal electrical components from rain, snow, sun and most importantly condensation.  Wash-down duty motors, NEMA 4X control enclosures and epoxy paint are used to protect equipment externally from the elements.   However, hidden damage to electrical equipment can occur from condensation inside motors and enclosures.  The equipment may look well maintained and in good condition externally, but internal corrosion could affect electrical devices rendering the equipment inoperable.

Use Lifting Equipment Regularly
Sealed enclosures and motors are designed to keep water and moisture out.  When exposed to daily warming and cooling cycles, moisture and condensation can develop inside the component.  This is often found in lifting systems that operate infrequently due to their supporting role of maintaining plant and processing equipment.   If equipment installed outdoors was operated daily, the heat generated from motors and electrical components would reduce the potential for corrosion due to condensation.

Keep Electrical Components Dry
Space heaters installed inside motors and enclosures protect infrequently used equipment from corrosion due to condensation.   Hundreds of dollars invested in protecting these components will save thousands of dollars in maintenance, repair and replacement costs.   More importantly, when properly outfitted with space heaters, the equipment will be available for its intended duty when necessary, saving additional costs in down time or emergency measures.  Other protective measures include covers, epoxy paint, design strategies, regular inspections and well executed maintenance programs.

Contact Loadhook.com
For more information on the installation of hoisting equipment in an outdoor setting or other hoisting questions, contact us for free consultations.  In addition to standard hoists and cranes, LoadHook.com also offers custom solutions based on your lifting and moving requirements.

Loadhook.com is owned and operated by Cordell & Associates, Inc., a company that for over 40 years has specialized in crane and hoist products.  We have provided systems that lift everything from a can of peas to 50 ton antennas, always focusing on project requirements and the application of the correct equipment.  One of the most common mistakes we see in the industry is miss-applied equipment that cost customers’ money and aggravation.  Being an equipment provider capable of guiding your equipment decision is the value Loadhook.com offers our customers. So if your lifting/lowering a can of peas (buoyancy issues), or handling 50 ton antenna (real expensive stuff), contact Loadhook.com for application driven solutions to your lifting problems. 
 

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