Exploring The Advantages Of Aluminium Gantries
By Ray Simmons on Dec 5, 2023 12:00:00 PM
There are two materials that are most commonly associated with gantries: steel and aluminium. The latter, in particular, is growing in popularity, with a number of practical reasons and features that make it stand out for effective operations. With that in mind, here is an overview of …
Why A Rotational Gantry Is A Smart Investment For Industry Use
By Ray Simmons on Oct 31, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Any portable industrial gantry is an investment purchase. This means you’ll need to be confident you’re getting the best value for their money. Achieving the right balance of cost, efficiency and safety for practical purposes is the aim, so opting for a Shearforce rotating gantry is t …
Why Are Portable Steel Gantries Beneficial For Construction Projects?
By Ray Simmons on Oct 15, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Gantries play a key role in construction projects. A temporary gantry may be brought in for a specific purpose. Alternatively, one or more gantries may be kept on-site to be used whenever needed. Often, a steel gantry is the go-to choice when working on-site. Let’s explore why.
The Best Types Of Gantry To Use In A Confined Space Or Restricted Area
By Ray Simmons on Sep 26, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Confined space gantries are ideal for use in plant rooms,workshops/garages and other logistics spaces in which there are many areas of restricted access. A purposely designed confined space gantry allows for precise positioning and installation of heavy machinery, pumps, stock, and ot …
Signs You Need To Replace Your Current Gantry System
By Ray Simmons on Sep 12, 2023 12:00:00 PM
As durable as industrial gantry systems are, like any equipment, eventually they will need replacing, and there are several signs that it may be worthwhile replacing your current gantry system sooner rather than later. A gantry system is a valuable asset for any business that deals wi …
Going Beyond Harnesses For Shipping Container Fall Protection
By Ray Simmons on Aug 29, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Protective harnesses have been the go-to fall protection system for people working at height for engineers and construction workers. The idea behind a protective harness is brutally straightforward – they arrest the fall of someone who falls from height, thus preventing them hitting t …
How The Logistics Industry Can Comply With Working At Height Regulations
By Ray Simmons on Aug 15, 2023 12:00:00 PM
The logistics industry is considered a safe sector to work in compared to construction or manufacturing, but it can still be a dangerous environment when working at height (WAH). Height risks are inherent in many tasks, including loading and unloading shipping containers. Such work is …
Don’t Settle For Mediocre Fall Arrest: Discover Better Alternatives
By Ray Simmons on Jul 19, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Fall from height accidents are among the leading causes of severe workplace injuries and fatalities in the UK, and a worker doesn’t have to fall from a crane or high scaffold to sustain a serious or life-threatening injury; even a modest fall from a shipping container can place a work …
Steel Gantry Vs Aluminium Gantry: Which Is Best For You?
By Ray Simmons on Jul 5, 2023 12:00:00 PM
When choosing a gantry to suit your loading application, the two most used materials are aluminium and steel. Does your choice of metal affect the performance of your gantry? In some ways, yes. Both metals have advantages in certain applications, and in this article, we will compare b …