Portal Crane Training Programs for Operators and Technicians.
The courses are custom made to suit the type, conditions, make of the crane and the unique condition of the site.


The Portal/Rotator Crane is still a unique system in the industry, there are very few opportunities to "learn" the system. The people who have to operate and maintain the crane can only learn "on the job", because of this, there are more incidents and breakdowns with the Portal crane than with any other type of hoist equipment.

Why is a special crane-training program so important?

-Because of it's uniqueness, operating standards, safety and maintenance regulations, in most cases, Portal Cranes are not included under any national or local safety regulations.

- The Portal/Rotator Crane handles and reacts differently than any other equipment on site.

- The unit is vital in production, the reliability factor is extremely important.


Who can benefit from the training program?

Anyone who is involved with the operation or the maintenance of the Portal/Rotator crane will benefit from the training course.

1. Operators: the operator needs to be informed about all aspects of the crane, not just loading and unloading of the product. In order to avoid costly incidents the operator has to understand the basic design and function of the crane. He has to know the crane's limits and the safety aspects of the system.

2. Technicians: Maintenance people have to understand not just their own area, but the crane system in general. It will make them better informed and more efficient in diagnosing problems.

By understanding each other's problems, the operator and technician will tend to communicate in a more efficient way and have a full understanding of each others task.

Program Technical Training Course: PCT-02
 This course is intended for Operators and Technicians, duration is two days
Structural dimensions and design:
- Types of Portal and Rotator cranes
- Design criteria of the crane, class, service and load factor
Wind effect on Portal or Rotator cranes:
- How will wind effect the operation
- Storm brakes, importance, how they work
- Timing and synchronizing of the brakes
Gantry system:
- Common problems with the Gantry system
- Gantry wheel alignment procedure
- Distortion during skewing, anti skewing system
Hoist System:
- Hoist system layout and alignment
- Hoist brakes
- Inertia of hoist and it's effect on hoist brakes
Trolley System:
- Trolley assembly layout
- Trolley wheel alignment procedures
- Festoon system, or power bar / radio / modem control system
Log grapple or attachment:
- Electrical power supply, spreader basket
- Hydraulic system, operating tynes
- Grapple general maintenance
Power cable reel:
- Electric / Hydraulic driven reels
- General maintenance and adjustment
- General assembly
Structural inspection:
- Highly stressed areas of the main structure
- Important inspection areas
- Structural bolts replacement and torque values
PM and adjustment:
- PM planning, the six steps
- Master plan for PM day
- Important safety items during PM
Winter Operations:
- Operations in extreme cold temperatures
- Operating limits formula
- Precautions for winter operations
Electrical:
- Power supply to crane
- AC-DC conversions, DC motor circuits
- PLC and GPS systems
Elevator:
- Elevator safety maintenance
- Elevator regulations
- Escape procedures
Electrical Courses:
 The electrical course programs are depending on what system is currently available on your crane, the duration can be from two to four days. Understanding the system, trouble shooting and set up on one of the following systems you may have:
AC wound rotor system
DC analog control system
DC digital and PLC system
"Hands On" Operator Training:
 Duration depends on the number of people to be trained and depending on their previous experience.
We have available one of the most experienced Portal Crane operators to teach your operator on:
Proper handling of the controls and movement of the crane
Spotting and unloading trucks in a smooth and safe manner
Building a stock pile in a safe and solid manner
Proper retrieval of logs, reducing breakage
 
 


1331 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada V3C 6G1
Phone (604) 941-3180 Fax:(604) 941-3185 Toll Free 1-800-661-1722
email : info@portalcrane.com

 

 

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