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Good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains

  Lifting chain slings are designed to provide great flexibility for the end-user for maneuvering light and heavy loads. Dutest offers an extensive range of chain slings for lifting exclusively in the UAE in all emirates can be used in different applications of lifting, pulling, winching etc.  Here are some good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains: Follow any specific instructions from the supplier that complies with material handling. Prepare the landing to make sure the floor is strong enough to take the load.  Ensure that the load is safe and secure while being moved in the air so that there is no chance of falling loads that could harm workers or the surrounding property.  Use slings that are suitable for the load and protect it from sharp edges and corners. Attach the sling securely to the equipment and position the hooks to face outwards to keep the load balanced and prevent it from falling. Check slings and equipment are free of damage...

Important features that a passenger lift should have

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  Passenger lifts have completely enclosed lift shafts that enable passengers to travel vertically to a building level. They are highly utilized in residential and commercial areas and save time and energy with their reasonably quick speed and control systems. Dutest provides expert inspection and maintenance services for passenger lifts and escalators to meet all the standardized regulatory mandates. Our inspection services help you to attain high safety and operational standards for your elevator equipment and systems with the authorization of local accreditation.  It is advisable to inspect passenger lifts once every 6 months by a competent individual who can issue a report of examination in line with the prescribed regulations according to the needs of the elevator in terms of its design and technology. Here are some important features that should be inspected to keep your passenger lifts in good working condition. Inside the lift: Elevators are designed with a single, do...

What are the differences between fall arrest lanyard and fall restraint lanyard?

  For employers and building owners working at heights providing adequate fall restraint for workers becomes crucial for safety. Lanyards a cts as a fall protection equipment. Dutest is one of the authorized provides a premium range of fall protection equipment.  Let us take a closer look at the key differences between fall arrest lanyard and fall restraint lanyard.  A fall arrest system is designed to stop you before you hit the lower surface in case of a fall. It is created with anchor points or a series of anchor points, a safety lanyard or self-retracting lifeline, and a harness.   Features of a fall restraint lanyard -  It includes a shock absorbing element from specially woven inner webbing that tears in a controlled manner and as this happens it decelerates the fall of the person avoiding possible injury.  Although they offer limited reach and require repositioning as you move to different locations, fall restraint lanyards are cost-effective ...

Good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains

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  Lifting chain slings are designed to provide great flexibility for the end-user for maneuvering light and heavy loads. Dutest offers an extensive range of chain slings for lifting exclusively in the UAE in all emirates can be used in different applications of lifting, pulling, winching etc.  Here are some good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains: Follow any specific instructions from the supplier that complies with material handling. Prepare the landing to make sure the floor is strong enough to take the load.  Ensure that the load is safe and secure while being moved in the air so that there is no chance of falling loads that could harm workers or the surrounding property.  Use slings that are suitable for the load and protect it from sharp edges and corners. Attach the sling securely to the equipment and position the hooks to face outwards to keep the load balanced and prevent it from falling. Check slings and equipment are free of damage...

Why Get Lifting Equipment Inspected Before You Buy?

  Safe and secured lifting operations depend on the safety of the lifting equipment and accessories being used. Irregular inspections of these equipment can lead to system failures which in turn will create significant or fatal injuries. There are several third party inspection services in UAE to control and use the lifting equipment properly and to manage these risks.  Some lifting equipment requires the lifting inspections and examinations to be carried out regularly. Lifting inspections are necessary to ensure that these equipment are safe to use. The systematic and detailed inspections of lifting equipment, especially its safety-critical parts, is crucial. Inspection services are important, especially by a competent person having appropriate theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the same. Thorough examination of the lifting equipment will help to identify the defects and weaknesses. The competent person appointed to inspect the lifting equipment should not be the ...

The Hazards Associated With Lifting Equipment

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  Lifting Equipment and Gears are mechanized devices used for lifting heavy materials in the construction and manufacturing industries. There are many benefits of using Lifting Equipment.  Time is saved vis-à-vis when a task is performed physically.  There is a safeguard against injuries to workers.  Man-hours are saved. Thereby, increasing the productivity and efficiencies of the workers and ensuring timely deliveries of products.  The project completion time can be reduced and managed well.  There are different kinds of Lifting Equipment like Hand-operated/ power-operated cranes,  winches / hoists, different kinds of Slings, wire ropes, shackles, eyebolts, gin wheels, pulley blocks, goods lifts, elevators, lifting rigs, forklift trucks etc.  Possible hazards associated with Lifting Equipment  These equipment are heavy machinery. The companies should be well aware of the maximum capacity of lifting loads of each of the equipment they have. ...

Factors to Consider When Selecting Electric Chain Hoist

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  Electric chain hoists are used to lift heavy loads and the selection of it deserves a thoughtful consideration.  There are several important factors to be considered while selecting an electric chain hoist. Determination of the required capacity is an important factor. The rated capacity should be at least as high as the rated capacity in case of manual hand chain hoists. In case of electric chain hoists in addition to the capacity requirement, the mean effective load should also be considered.  Selection of the suspension type is another important factor to be considered. The top hooks or the mounting lug used to support the chain hoists can be rigid or articulating. Choosing the right lift, reach and headroom is another important aspect. These three parameters should be grouped together as they are closely related. The length of the lift is usually the distance the load hook can travel between the fully raised and fully lowered positions. Reach specify the distance be...