Features / Benefits Provided: Lifting now requires fewer resources Injuries have been eliminated Perpendicular systems helped to service the entire work space

The Opportunity: For an electrical utility company, looking out for employee safety is a high priority. It’s that concern for safety that drives them to test the insulation inserts for cherry picker truck baskets to be sure that any line workers who are repairing power lines above the ground are protected from potential electrical shock.

The Problems:

• 120 lb. baskets were being lifted by hand
• Avg. worker is 55 years old
• Worker was injured hoisting the basket in the water basin

The Solution: In searching for a lifting solution over the water basin, the company looked to improve ergonomics through the entire testing area. The company selected a Gorbel 500 pound capacity work station crane to cover the entire work area. However, in order to service the entire work space, the system was installed as two perpendicular systems that shared common support columns.

Wrap up: In more than a year since its installation, the Gorbel crane has been a great success. “It’s so easy to use,” said the supervisor. “One person can easily do now what it took two or three people to do previously. “

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