TPT January 2010

W eighing , M easuring , H andling & P ackaging

Hoist designed for safe lifting

New concept positioner for welding Rotolift, from Sideros Engineering, is a hydraulic positioner and handler used for welding and assembly operations. The ergonomic machine has the capability to perform workpiece lifting and lowering, in addition to inclination and rotation. The workpiece is securely fixed on the horizontal rotary table and handled accord- ing to the operator’s needs. The machine is designed to improve operator performance and efficiency, and to improve safety conditions. Sideros Engineering claims that production costs can be reduced by 60%, with a consequent production increase. Two versions of the machine are available, one with totally oleodynamic movement, and one with oleodynamic lifting and inclination and electromechanical rotation. Models are available catering to a range of loading capacity requirements. On request, the machine can be supplied with a bronze 600 or 1,500W rotary mass.

At 25 tonnes safe working load, the ZX88 is the largest model in Street Crane’s ZX6-8 range. The unit follows the same design principles as other hoists in the series, with unitary construction, open plan design and standardisation of components. This ensures easy customisation to meet different end-user lifting needs. The new hoist is suitable for applications in basic metal production, metal and glass stockholding, general engineering, fabrication, machine building, automotive and aerospace industries. Advanced vibration analysis during development

and intensive accelerated life testing have enabled Street Crane to produce a range of hoists that promise improved performance reliability and endurance. Launched in spring 2008 after an intensive £1.5mn three-year development programme, more than 500 ZX6-8 hoists have been shipped. Street Crane is continuing to develop the hoist range. Based on the same design and engineering principles of the ZX6-8, the ZX10 is well advanced. This will take the capacity of the modular hoists to 50 tonnes SWL. Street Crane also produces and offers

UK engineering industries the custom built VX Hoist – a heavy duty lifting model for use in arduous and extreme conditions, available in capacities up to 200 tonnes SWL. Street Crane Company – UK Email: admin@streetcrane.co.uk Website: www.streetcrane.co.uk

The ZX88 hoist has a lifting capacity of 25 tonnes safe working load

Sideros Engineering Srl – Italy Email: estero@siderosonline.com Website: www.siderosonline.com

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