Crane Repair

Demag PAT PDC E 93 Error

A recent conversation with one of our customers regarding their Demag PAT PDC E 93 Error.  The E93 error code is a very difficult and complex error as it is not possible to directly identify the failing part.

The Demag PAT PDC E 93 Error indicates a communication problem between the PDC system and the […]

By |July 21st, 2014|Crane Repair, Demag Crane|Comments Off on Demag PAT PDC E 93 Error

Why Crane Repair is So Important

We take great pride in having become the world’s most knowledgeable and effective crane repair specialists. With over 35 years of experience, we can provide the expert crane repair, refurbishment, calibration, and parts services you need. Our clients come from a wide variety of industries, like construction and oil and gas drilling and refinery. We can also arrange for crane rentals.
By |February 26th, 2014|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off on Why Crane Repair is So Important

Why You Should Keep Your Crane Maintained

Are you the proud owner of an industrial crane? A crane is an extremely useful piece of machinery, especially when it comes to construction. However, since you probably use a crane a lot, it is liable to break down or need repairs. For this reason, it is very important to take proper care of your crane, invest in crane service, and secure crane parts when necessary. Read on to learn more about crane maintenance.
By |February 18th, 2014|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off on Why You Should Keep Your Crane Maintained

Demag PPM Proximity Sensor Switch

Installation of a Proximity Sensor Switch
One of the joys of a complete boom rebuild often involves installation of new proximity switches. Here is a short video from a Demag PPM Proximity Sensor Switch instal.

 
Demag PPM Proximity Sensor Switch Video

By |May 25th, 2013|Crane Maintenance, Crane Repair|Comments Off on Demag PPM Proximity Sensor Switch

DS350 Crane Angle Display Test

Recently one of our customers was having some issues with an unstable PAT DS350 crane angle display on a Liebherr LTM1160.  Our crane repair technicians provided him with some simple tests to narrow down what his problem may be:

PAT DS350KD Crane Angle Display Test:

 
1.     Testing external wiring and angle sensor. Temporary wire replacement between […]

By |June 26th, 2012|PAT Hirschmann DS 350|Comments Off on DS350 Crane Angle Display Test

Crane Repair Terex PPM ATT 1300

 

Another successful crane repair by Bode Technical Services’ technicians for a customer in upstate New York.  This time on a Terex PPM ATT 1300 that had been inoperable for over 2 years due to electronic failures.  After successful completion of these crane repairs the Terex PPM 1300 was once again operable and has since […]

By |June 20th, 2012|Crane Repair|Comments Off on Crane Repair Terex PPM ATT 1300

Recent Liebherr Crane Repair & Service Job: Liebherr LTM 1160

One of our crane repair technicians successfully completed a job on a Liebherr LTM1160 for one of our customers in Texas.
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The customer reported issues with the crane’s main hoist speed, cane boom locking and unlocking, crane telescope percentage indications intermittent LMI (Load Moment Indicator) power loss and asked for […]

By |June 5th, 2012|Crane Repair|Comments Off on Recent Liebherr Crane Repair & Service Job: Liebherr LTM 1160

Terex Comedil and Peiner join forces on Cincinnati hospital project

Terex crane helps build hospital
A big hospital project is aided by Terex

 

US hire firm Maxim Crane Works is using Terex Cranes’ new Transfer Masts with two newly purchased SK575-32 hammerhead tower cranes for construction work on a hospital expansion project.

HD23-TS212, HD23-TS23, TS23-H20 and TS23-TS21 Transfer Mast sections are designed to allow components of Terex’s […]

By |March 13th, 2012|Crane News|Comments Off on Terex Comedil and Peiner join forces on Cincinnati hospital project

Manitowoc develops productivity software for cranes

Manitowoc software
Positioning software for Manitowoc

Manitowoc has started working with GPS manufacturer Trimble to develop productivity-enhancing positioning technology and software for cranes.

Sunnyvale, CA, headquartered Trimble has developed wireless technologies and software for linking field and back office operations for clients in construction and government.

The system being developed for cranes on construction sites provides real time […]

By |March 7th, 2012|Crane News|Comments Off on Manitowoc develops productivity software for cranes

Hirschmann schools engineers in LMI troubleshooting

Hirschmann holds training for engineers
Hirschmann LMI training

Mobile control and automation product specialist Hirschmann recently held a three-day training course at Stephenson Equipment of Harrisburg to give participants hands-on experience of the firm’s load moment indicator products.

Taught by Hirschmann’s Dean Bakner and John Featherston, the course focused on how to use and maintain Hirschmann’s iVISOR […]

By |February 15th, 2012|Crane News|Comments Off on Hirschmann schools engineers in LMI troubleshooting