The 7 Major Types of Hauling Equipment
Hauling Equipment If you are new to construction and drilling, it’s important to understand the types of equipment that will be used on the job. Hauling equipment, in particular, is used to move building/drilling supplies, soil, and other materials. Below is an overview of the types of hauling equipment commonly used in construction and more: […] The post The 7 Major Types of Hauling Equipment appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
Professional Heavy Haul Transportation Saves Time and Money
Many construction and industrial projects require equipment and/or materials that are oversized and difficult to manage with traditional lifting and hauling equipment. Project managers in the oilfield, utilities, petrochemical, and power generation industries are used to managing heavy loads and various types of oversized loads on and around the worksite. However, when these loads are […] The post Professional Heavy Haul Transportation Saves Time and Money appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
Safe Rigging Jobs Require Proper Planning and Precaution
The term “rigging” originated as a nautical word defined as the ropes, chains, and other lines that support the mast and spars of a vessel or serves to set and trim the sails. Today, rigging is the process of moving heavy loads with slings, hoists, and other equipment. In much the same way rigging had […] The post Safe Rigging Jobs Require Proper Planning and Precaution appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
Securing Super Heavy and Over-Dimensional Loads
Safely securing super heavy or over-dimensional loads is a matter of grave concern. Although incidents involving the loss of heavy equipment or cargo are infrequent, when they do occur severe injuries or fatalities can be the result. Securing heavy equipment such as that used in the construction, power generation and oilfield industries fall under the […] The post Securing Super Heavy and Over-Dimensional Loads appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Crane Service
Hiring a crane service is a necessity in industries such as oil & gas, construction, utilities and demolition. Due to the sizable expenditures related to equipment cost, maintenance and training of operators, using for-hire crane services like H. Brown presents a less expensive, more viable option than bringing such services in-house. Here are some questions […] The post 5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Crane Service appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
Facts About Transporting Heavy and Over Dimensional Loads
In over the road transport, overweight and over dimensional loads are those that exceed the standard legal size or weight limits for a specified portion of a road, highway or other transport infrastructure. Restrictions include such factors as load per axle, height, and width. Vehicles that exceed legal limits require a special permit that allows […] The post Facts About Transporting Heavy and Over Dimensional Loads appeared first on H. Brown, Inc..
The Value of NCCCO Certification and Crane Operator Training
It stands to reason that operating a crane is no small feat. The crane’s ability to lift a heavy load, swing it in any direction, raise it high overhead, and deliver it safely to the designated spot primarily