Sheffield-based SCX will provide the service through its national network of more than 40 crane engineers.
The services cover a range of surveys that use high-accuracy laser and HD video technologies to assess and monitor the condition of crane and crane rail systems. These include rail alignment and level surveys, hoist travel surveys, crane wheel video surveys, rail condition inspections, and detailed crane and structural surveys.
The hoist is typically the component most subject to wear and tear, says SCX, and so is inspected the most often. Early diagnosis of crane and rail faults is a key factor in reducing unplanned downtime.
SCX director Ray Fletcher, said: “We realised that we could extend our service offering to deliver a more complete survey that examined the entire crane system. Working with Crane Rail Surveys enables us to achieve this without delay, rather than building expertise up from scratch internally. Street CraneXpress engineers are on the ground across the UK ready to introduce crane rail surveys to both new and existing customers.”
Ricky Evans, director of Crane Rail Surveys, added: “Misalignment of any part of the crane and rail system can have a detrimental impact on performance, causing unexpected repair costs, frustrating downtimes or, worse still, accidents and injuries. Our expertise in surveying the structural elements of a crane system will help customers to diagnose, predict and prevent these often hidden issues. We’re very pleased to be working with Street CraneXpress to further expand their technical service capabilities in the UK market.”
