Call us today at (800) 728-0818
Call us today at (800) 728-0818
AFE Crane knows that maximizing safety as well as preventing equipment failures and downtime are top priorities for all our customers. Because of this, AFE Crane is dedicated to keeping your overhead material handling equipment in proper operating condition. Our trained service technicians are experts at inspecting, repairing, upgrading, and installing the latest in overhead material handling systems.
AFE Crane takes pride in our small business, providing a person-to-person approach to offer the best customer service. Our team of engineering experts are ready to rework or repair existing equipment, let our experts provide you with the best service available.
We provide hoist and crane inspections, system repairs, system modifications, and equipment installation. Whether you want a simple yearly inspection, or if you need serious repair work, we can perform any of these services as field work at your location, or in our Cedar Falls, Iowa facility.
In either case, AFE Crane technicians will troubleshoot the problem and depending on the severity of what they find, restore your equipment back to working condition or suggest system modifications to keep your equipment running safely and efficiently.
Our crane and hoist inspection is a critical safety measure to ensure the equipment functions properly and identify any potential hazards. Our inspections are conducted by our trained experienced technicians to identify potential hazards and ensure the crane meets safety standards on an annual basis or more frequently depending on the usage and age of the equipment.
Upgrade your existing crane with advanced technology and safety features. AFE Crane enhances efficiency, reliability, and compliance without the high cost of replacement. Modernization extends equipment life, reduces downtime, and improves overall performance to meet today’s industry standards.
Overhead cranes are crucial pieces of equipment in many industrial settings. To keep them functioning smoothly and safely, regular repairs and maintenance are essential. AFE offers both minor repairs and major repairs and parts replacement. In addition to repairs AFE also offers preventative maintenance to keep your equipment performing well and mitigate unexpected breakdowns.
At AFE Crane, we provide turnkey installation solutions, handling everything from initial design to final startup. Our expert installation team can weld truss reinforcement, install support steel, runways, freestanding crane systems, overhead cranes, hoists, and monorails with precision. We ensure seamless operation by performing equipment startup, load testing, and on-site training for operators and engineers, so your system is ready to perform safely and efficiently from day one.
When faced with unique lifting challenges or facility limitations, standard overhead cranes might not be the perfect fit. Here’s where custom engineered solutions from AFE Crane come in. Our solutions involve our staff engineers who can design and build custom cranes tailored to your specific needs and environment.
Overview of Weight Overload Protection Ensuring the safety of crane and hoist operations involves preventing equipment from lifting loads that exceed their designed capacities. Weight
Proper operation and maintenance of hoists are critical for workplace safety, productivity, and equipment longevity. Columbus McKinnon (CM), a leading manufacturer of lifting and rigging
Overview In material handling and industrial operations, the ability to maneuver loads efficiently and safely is paramount. Single-hand control hoists have emerged as a solution,
The Role of VFD Technology in Overload Protection Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) represent a significant advancement in overload protection technology for crane and hoist systems.
Hoist Lift Speeds Explained Electric chain hoists with capacities up to 1 ton typically offer lift speeds of 8 FPM (feet per minute), 16 FPM,
Understanding Upper Limit Switches One of the most crucial safety features in any wire rope hoist system is the upper limit switch. Designed specifically to
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1824 Lincoln Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
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