Valve Manufacturer Cuts Delays with Wire Rope Hoists
Products Provided
Wire Rope Hoist in a semi-portal crane
The Problems & Challenges
India’s biggest valve manufacturers faced constant lifting challenges in its busy workspace. The big and heavy parts of the castings and valve bodies slowed down the material movement process and created safety risks at the facility.
The lifting gear they had wasn’t built for this kind of load handling. It slowed everything down. Some days, it felt like the equipment was working against the team, not with them. Lifting became a job in itself — slow, and honestly, kind of risky too.
There was no room for a full crane system, so they had to work around it. But those “temporary” solutions made things worse. Delays became a routine, and the people were tired physically and mentally.
Their existing tools caused them more frustration because they were not able to work efficiently. And this costed the team - their time, energy and money.
The Solution
To fix this problem, they turned to Carlstahl Craftsman for a lifting solution that can fit their space and their needs.
- We came in with a setup that helped solve their problem. 3 semi-portal cranes in 2-ton and 10-ton capacities, each fitted with high-performance wire rope hoists, helped solve their valve assembly.
- These hoists, built with VFD technology, gave them smooth, controlled lifts without needing to expand or restructure their facility.
- The compact design of these hoists also meant they could move freely without taking up the precious horizontal space. That gave the team room to work — and the breathing space to hit their targets on time, without the usual hold-ups.
The Results Of The Installation
Within a few weeks of the installation, the valve manufacturer saw results -
- The lifting speed became faster and smoother, which reduced the process delays.
- The workplace safety drastically improved with reliable and controlled lifting equipment in place.
- The floor space was freed up, which enhanced the movement across the floor and reduced the clutter.
- The modular design of the hoist resulted in less downtime and easier maintenance due to less wear and tear.
- The company’s biggest win was the peace of mind that came with safer and more reliable operations.
Conclusion
- Carlstahl Craftsman’s wire rope hoist system transformed the valve manufacturer’s lifting process by delivering precision, reliability, and space efficiency. This customised solution solved critical challenges and boosted operational productivity, proving the effectiveness of our tailored lifting equipment.
- There were no more delays, no more last-minute fixes, and no more stress every time something heavy had to be moved. The team could move freely, work without stopping, and focus on the job and not the equipment.