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Edwin Harrington opened his business in 1854. After he halted machine tool production in 1867 to focus strictly on the industrial hoist market, Harrington Hoist quickly became a reliable agent in the rigging industry. Today, Edwin's company still sets a high bar of quality service for every business that competes in manufacturing, construction, and other fields that require industrial hoists and cranes. Harrington Hoists maintains this quality se …

Industrial settings require hoists that can withstand large workloads, long lift times, and other aspects of heavy industry. Determining and installing the right hoist for any of these heavy-duty applications can determine the success or failure of a business.  At Protek Crane Solutions, our Sales Team can help you find the hoist needed for every requirement. Our goal is to ensure your operation provides continuous support to your customers. …

Emerging trends like automation, remote control, and smart features. Cranes and hoists are critical equipment for assembly lines, warehousing, and many other types of operations. As with other types of equipment, the future of crane and hoist technology is advancing thanks to emerging trends such as automation, remote control, and smart features, among others.  In the list below, Protek Crane Solutions technicians provide a breakdown of thes …

Mechanical and electrical failures never happen at the convenience of the business owner. That makes it very important for crane and hoist owners and supervisors to recognize and deal with potential problems before they happen. At Protek Crane Solutions, we break this process into Common Malfunctions, Preventative Maintenance, and Basic Troubleshooting Tips.  Common Malfunctions Brake Failures – These malfunctions include abnorma …