PERIODIC CHECKS ON LIFTING EQUIPMENT

NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING FOR PERIODIC ASSESSMENT OF STRUCTURAL CONDITIONS OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT

Control of Cable Diameter

Longitudinal Crack on Weld

Crack Detected on Weld

Magnetic Inspection of Bridge Crane Welds

Magnetic Inspection of Hook

 

Magnetic Inspection of Tower Crane Welds

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In Italy, the Machinery Directive 2006/42 EC and the Legislative Decree 81/08 require owners of lifting equipment periodic monitoring after 10 years from the purchase of the vehicle. Required non-destructive testing are:

  • Visual inspections of welds
  • Non-destructive testing of welds (liquid penetrant or magnetic particle)
  • Ultrasonic testing on pivots

PERIODIC REVIEW

Periodic review of those parties, in addition to be required by law, is of particular importance as it can detect any problem that may affect the machine’s safety. Based on the results obtained, a report is compiled by a qualified engineer, assessing the residual life of the appliance.

List of lifting equipment subject to verification:

  • Bridge cranes
  • Tower crane
  • Gantry crane
  • Mobile crane
  • Air platforms
  • Self-propelled tracks telescopic boom
  • Winches