Hevi-lift hoists

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Standard of nuclear lifting

The Konecranes Hevi-lift hoist has been widely used in the nuclear industry for more than 80 years. It's known for its long life, quiet operation, superior strength and quality. The Hevi-lift hoist makes a perfect choice for nuclear containment as it is made from materials suitable for all reactor types. Hevi-lift hoists are used in various applications throughout a nuclear power facility; from standard lifts to safety-related, highly critical lifts.

Features and benefits

Hevi-lift applications include:

  • Polar crane
  • Fuel machine
  • Spent fuel machine
  • Containment hatch hoist
  • Cask crane
  • Turbine crane
  • Transfer crane
  • Upender hoist
  • Rad waste crane
  • Pump house crane
  • General maintenance
  • Dry well hoist

STANDARD FEATURES

  • Inverter on hoist, trolley, and bridge motions
  • IP / NEMA rated cubicles and motors
  • Mechanical load brake
  • Minimal zinc and aluminum
  • Ultimate block-operated limit switch
  • Standard quality ISO 9001:2008

OPTIONAL FEATURES

  • Single-failure-proof model
  • Nuclear containment grade paint
  • Halogen free cabling and wiring
  • 2-speed motors and controls
  • Manual hoist or trolley operation
  • UL electrics and controls
  • Seismic qualification
  • Nuclear quality ASME NQA-1 or 10CFR50 App. B
  • Increased floor space usage with compact design.
  • Maximized lifting capability due to optimized hook approaches.
  • Simplify and minimize maintenance costs.
  • Smooth travel and variable speeds.
  • Overload protection system.
  • Nuclear quality compliant.

Take no chances

We have the capability to provide equipment, service, and spare parts in compliance with the stringent regulatory and quality requirements of the nuclear industry. Whether you need lifting equipment, engineering support, outage support, routine maintenance, or anything in between, we have people you can rely on. Get in touch with our experts using the form below to learn more about our Hevi-lift hoists.

 

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