Lift design is the arena where different strategies in how to accomplish the scope of work are forged and analyzed. The critical steps that Sicklesteel Cranes, Inc. accomplishes within lift design are: (1) Define the crane requirements by outlining the lift criteria; (2) Source and obtain pricing for the equipment which meet the lift specifications; (3) Design a site arrangement of the equipment so as to maximize utilization and minimize cost; (4) Compose a site specific safety lifting plan which addresses the sites anticipated needs as well as conforms to safety regulations.

Rather than trying to sell a customer on the equipment Sicklesteel retains in its inventory, Sicklesteel Cranes, Inc. analyzes each lift with the focus of finding the best equipment available for the job. For selecting the most advantageous crane to perform the lift, Sicklesteel provides their analysis via Crane Comparison Charts which contrast different cranes within specified lifting classes. Also available are factory load chart brochures which include crane dimensions, working ranges, specifications, lifting capacities and hook elevation diagrams.

In many instances, Sicklesteel Cranes, Inc. utilizes its CAD system to accurately analyze the lift from two and three dimensional perspectives as well as ensure that the lift layout accomplishes the customer’s primary goals. For quicker analysis, Sicklesteel provides clear Mylar Overlays with the plan view of the crane which can be incorporated in project layouts. These overlays can be made at any scale so they will correspond to the scale of the drawings.

All of these tools assist Sicklesteel Cranes, Inc. in selecting the best equipment for the lift.