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PAT DS50 Troubleshooting for Boom Trucks

PAT DS50 Troubleshooting for Boom Trucks

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PAT DS50 TROUBLESHOOTING – Main Board Connection & Terminal Definitions
X1/X2 (fast-on plug)

System supply (10 – 28V)
System supply (10 – 28V)
System ground
System ground
Relay middle contact
Relay work contact
Relay off position contact
Jumper UEL / HES
Jumper over load relay
Jumper hoist limit switch relay
Periphery supply (10 – 28V)
Digital input_1
Digital input_1
Digital input_2
Digital input_2
Digital input_3
Digital […]

By admin|April 18th, 2016|Crane Maintenance, PAT Hirschmann Parts|Comments Off

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A Factsheet Why Upgrading Existing Crane System

A Factsheet Why Upgrading Existing Crane System

With the evolution of industrial development across the globe, overhead crane systems booked notable place in different applications ranging from high-rise building construction to road and bridge construction. The system is basically used to move heavy materials easily and safely at construction sites. In such conditions, the system always demands to be modernized in […]

By admin|November 24th, 2014|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off

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Why Crane Repair is So Important

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 admin|February 26th, 2014|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off

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Why You Should Keep Your Crane Maintained

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 admin|February 18th, 2014|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off

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PAT DS350 Modular – Troubleshooting angle problem – E15

PAT DS350 Modular – Troubleshooting angle problem – E15

We recently helped a customer solve his E15 angel indication error on his PAT DS350 Modular on a Grove TMS700B. Here is a copy of the email:
PAT DS 350 Modular
Good Evening Customer,

Please refer to attached DS 350 Modular Service Manual. I found sections in the service manual that are suitable and will assist you […]

By admin|November 6th, 2013|Crane Maintenance, Crane Repair|Comments Off

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 admin|May 25th, 2013|Crane Maintenance, Crane Repair|Comments Off

Recent Liebherr Crane Repair & Service Job: Liebherr LTM1800

Bode Technical Services was proud to assist our customer in Panama with their 1000 Ton Liebherr LTM1800 crane repair issues, Liebherr Digi-Pal electronic system malfunctions and PAT Load Moment Indicator (LMI) issues. High humidity and moisture ingress had caused extensive corrosion of electronic components.

By admin|February 5th, 2012|Crane Maintenance, Crane Repair|Comments Off

Crane Junction Box – Simple Steps to Prevent Crane Down Time

Crane Junction Box

Simple Steps to prevent down time

Improper crane junction box lid installation and dirt on gaskets is one of the most common reasons for water in enclosures, especially in junction boxes and cable reels for crane service. Contrary to what may be intuitive it is not good to bolt an enclosure lid down […]

By admin|August 30th, 2011|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off

Simple Steps to Prevent Unnecessary Crane Down Time – Power Washing-Crane Repair

Simple Step #1 to Preventing Unnecessary Crane Down Time – Power Washing- Crane Repair

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This step first appeared in the December 2010 Issue of Crane Hot Line Magazine where Bode Technical Services published an article on water protection for crane owners:
Most crane control electronics are rated water protection class “IP65.” With regard to […]

By admin|August 21st, 2011|Crane Maintenance|Comments Off

History of Anti-Two Block

A History of Anti-Two Block Prevention
LIMIT SWITCHES AS THE FORERUNNERS OF ANTI-TWO BLOCK DEVICES

Patents applied for as early as 1904, indicated the need for a safety device to stop the upward travel of a hook block on overhead crane like systems.

Otis Elevator Company was the assignee of a patent entitled “Automatic Stop for Whip-Hoists.” […]

By admin|July 22nd, 2011|Crane Maintenance, Crane Upgrade|Comments Off