Load test at the rope

— Significant experience feedback with more than 900 tests carried out
— A wide range of material compatible with 21 to 54 mm diameter ropes

More than fifteen years ago, Company MECO developed a new procedure, in collaboration with DEKRA Industrial and RELIANCE-BARKER-DAVIES. By suspending a test load directly to the hoisting ropes, a reduction in the amount of weight necessary is possible. For example, using RELIANCE suspension glands, it is possible to test an overhead crane with capacity of 120 tonnes using a load of only 30 tonnes. In this case, the device has a pulley block arrangement with eight falls, two of which are hoisting ropes. The following equation determines the required load:
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Load at the hook / number of falls number of hoisting ropes = required load
That is: 120 / 8 2 = 30

The French Ministry of Labour has approved the RELIANCE procedure, in accordance with the Ministerial Order of March 1st, 2004.

So far, more than 900 tests have been carried out successfully using this procedure. Our experience combined to the continual improvement of the procedure has allowed Company MECO to gain the trust of prestigious customers like EDF, in sensitive areas such as the nuclear energy sector.