The Forgotten Technology...Moving Heavy Objects
Jan 1, 2007 · They used to move 100 ton steamboats up the stony shallows of the Missouri river with "grasshoppler" legs and a small steam deck winch. Before that the keel boaters used the …
Ancient Ways of lifting heavy weights - Practical Machinist
Dec 10, 2014 · We were talking about rigging, lifting a moving machinery in another thread and i mentioned the tetter totter method lifting a heavy weight and I just saw...
Rigging and Material Handling Safety Tips - Practical Machinist
Mar 26, 2021 · Whether it’s machinery, a large part, or another type of equipment, moving heavy stuff within the shop can be quite the endeavor. This process is typically called rigging. Rigging …
Lifting Heavy Equipment - Methods? - Practical Machinist
Oct 1, 2010 · There are many long threads on moving equipment. For example, there's a current thread on moving a bandsaw which is similar to your machine. For specific advice, you need to …
Material Handling and Rigging | Getting a lathe off a pallet ...
Jul 23, 2019 · I’ve seen plenty of machine moving videos showing machinery moves with a pallet jack or skates but they all start with a machine flat on the floor. Any ideas on how to get a …
Should I get a forklift or a tractor with forks? Gravel driveway use.
Mar 2, 2010 · Its hard to beat the control of a forklift for moving heavy objects. Anything else with wheels is second best. Pneumatic tired forklifts will work in hardpacked situations. You don't …
Rigging pry bars, what works for you? - Practical Machinist
Mar 9, 2016 · From that picture I made some sketches and came up with the following design. I eliminated the spur on top, not sure what it would be good for and it would be harder to make …
How to lift and move a large compressor - Practical Machinist
Jun 30, 2011 · Make sure you have enough people around to do the heavy lifting. (Enough means one or two more than you think you will need.) Be sure to drain the tank before trying to move …
OT: How do you move heavy equipment around your shop?
Apr 19, 2010 · I start with just brut force. Then if it is to heavy for that I progress to a hand truck. Even heavier I move to my engine hoist. For stuff like the lathe, I went old school this time …
Workholding 101 - Practical Machinist
Jan 4, 2019 · Workholding plays a critical role in any machining process. Here's an overview of the main workholding devices that every job shop should have.