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The popular image of a scientist at work rarely shows anything bigger than a microscope in use. We all know this is far from the case. Wherever possible HRH uses mechanical handling to move and position heavy laboratory apparatus. For most large equipment in use in a typical laboratory access can be gained via lifts, corridors, standard doors and stairways using powered stairclimbers, tilting apparatus, hydraulic "Skoots" and lifting devices for bench and stand mounting of heavy or awkward apparatus.
On occasion it is simply not safe to attempt an installation due to restricted access or the size and weight of the equipment being moved. When large environmental chambers, autoclaves and other heavy plant are involved, HRH can bring a range of heavy lifting equipment and expertise to bear on the project.
HRH can bring a range of heavy lifting equipment and expertise to bear on the project.
The Fassi truck mounted crane is capable of lifting up to 12 tonnes close in to the vehicle and can still handle nearly three tonnes when extended out to its maximum reach of ten
metres.
The "Valla" mobile crane
lifts up to 7.5 tonnes
Some older laboratories, and even modern facilities can involve very restricted access. The battery powered and fume free "Valla" mobile crane is often the solution. It can lift up to 7.5 tonnes and with a height of 2.32 metres and a width of 1.78 metres can squeeze into the most awkward working areas.
The PC10-6T crane
The PC10-6T crane can be dismantled into components that can be manually transported into locations not accessible to any other conventional crane. It can lift up to 6 tonnes and is ideal for positioning equipment on the top of buildings or inside plant rooms.
As you are well aware, the weight of documentation in the form of risk assessments and method statements sometimes seems to exceed the weight of the equipment being moved. We work with you to complete all the necessary documentation.
On December 6th. 1998 the "Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998" became law, effectively underpinning BS7121 Part 1, the code of practice that laid down the procedures necessary to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. To comply with the law a person has to be appointed to assess, plan, organise and control all lifting operations. We take this responsibility.
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