DEMAG AC 335 Hydraulic Crane Boom Repair
This Demag AC 335 hydraulic boom had a dent requiring an engineered repair. WHECO’s Santa Fe Springs, CA crane repair facility used a specialized jig to facilitate removal of the dent.
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Manitex Boom Tip Section Repair
This Manitex boom tip section was repaired at our Richland, WA crane repair facility. The wire rope was reeved over the plate when it should have been under. By reeving over, the wire ripe came in contact with the plate causing damage to both the plate and rope.
Fixing the Broken Crane Insurance System
This article is by Tim Hillegonds, a former insurance expert at NBIS After spending a decade in the insurance industry listening to policyholders share their opinions regarding everything from coverage to deductibles to claims adjusters, I’ve come to one very important conclusion: Most people don’t like insurance. I know it’s hard to believe, but I … Read more
Top 5 Considerations When Buying a Used Crane
Because economic uncertainty continues to exist in the crane market, crane manufactures have been cautious about ramping up production and building up inventories. One result has been that crane availability or lack of it, helps the manufacturers to maintain prices. The other is that it serves to buoy the used crane markets.
Link-Belt RTC 8050 Crane Boom Repair
WHECO performed boom, outrigger, and other mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on this accident-damaged Link-Belt RTC 8050. The crane had tipped over on its right side, resulting in significant structural damage to the boom and rear outriggers. Structural repairs were performed on multiple sections of the diamond-embossed boom, returning them to pre-accident condition. The rear … Read more
Hidden Issues in Crane Repair and Restoration
Some of the most common hidden issues are past repairs that were not properly performed. These types of issues can range from shafts being welded to improper welding of cracks due to damage or accidents. It can also involve the use of wrong or “will fit” parts.
Manitex Torque Box Boom Truck Repair
WHECO completed extensive structural repairs on this Manitex torque box. Welds in the boom truck frame were repaired, and damaged doubler plates were removed and replaced where they were cracked and bent. The boom truck frame was then sand-blasted, repainted, and returned to service.
Grove TMS 900E Crane Cab Repair
The cost and long lead time on the cab afforded WHECO the opportunity to provide a time and cost effective repair solution You can see that we were able to salvage much of the original cab and put the crane back into revenue generating service.
Terex T775 Fire Accident Hydraulic Truck Crane Repair
This Terex T775 hydraulic truck crane experienced extensive fire damage including the electronic system……
IMT AF120 Foundation Drill Repair Mitigates Insurance Exposure
This IMT drill rig suffered structural damage to the mast requiring an engineered repair. A main lift pin failed causing the mast to fall backwards damaging the mast structure.
