Engineered Lift Plans
Kova Engineering (Saskatchewan) Ltd. is an industry leader with many years of experience in designing lift points and lift plans for all types of equipment. We offer both engineering and inspection services to ensure that the lift can be carried out in a safe, stable, and efficient manner. Our expertise and commitment to excellence and continuous improvement make us the trusted partner for our clients’ lifting and hoisting needs.
What is an Engineered Lifting Plan?
An engineering lifting plan is a detailed procedure for safely hoisting and maneuvering equipment. These designs typically involve design of lift points, evaluation of the strength and stability of the component, and general review for function and fit to ensure the component can be lifted and maneuvered safely. Lift plans may include the evaluation of the strength or stability of structures or mobile cranes and equipment for safely handling the lifting operation.
Our Engineered Lift Plan Services:
Kova Engineering (Saskatchewan) Ltd. offers a comprehensive range of services to support your lifting and hoisting needs:
- Ensuring proper placement of lift points for optimal function and stability of components.
- Engineering design and detailing of custom attachments and lifting devices.
- Providing analysis and load rating of existing lifting points.
- Designing and drafting of plans showing step by step instruction throughout the operation.
- Providing rigging load requirements for crane/lift equipment selection.
- Inspecting and certifying lifting points, lifting devices, cranes, mobile equipment, and other critical lifting equipment.
- Performing pre-lift field reviews to ensure conformance between lift plan and on-site conditions.
- Inspecting and certifying lifting points, lifting devices, cranes, mobile equipment, and other critical lifting equipment.
- Gathering information on-site or at vendor facilities using conventional sketching methods and/or 3D scanning for more complex equipment or ensuring fit within critical clearance areas.
- Designing engineered lift plans for mobile cranes involving critical components, tandem lifts, or complex load paths including crane load chart assessment, proper crane positioning, and assessment and design of matting for ground conditions.
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Hoisting/Lift Design
Our Hoisting/Lift Design service offers complete solutions for safe and effective lifting operations. We create tailored plans that cover every part of your lift. Our team carefully analyzes your load’s weight, center of gravity, and travel path. We help you choose the most suitable crane—whether it’s a mobile, tower, crawler, bridge, monorail, gantry, or jib crane—to fit your specific needs. For standard lifts, we design clear plans that ensure smooth execution. For complex lifts, we develop detailed critical lift plans that consider all possible challenges. Our designs include important elements like load charts, rigging diagrams, and lift points to enhance project efficiency.
Mobile Crane Lift Plan
Kova Engineering offers a Mobile Crane Lift Plan service that prioritizes safe and efficient lifting. We start by assessing your job site and the load, looking at ground pressures and the load’s travel path. Our crane selection is careful; we choose the best crane for your project based on capacity, jib length, and radius. We create a detailed plan that outlines crane setup, mat specifications, and rigging diagrams. Our service includes inspections before the lift and emergency procedures. We work closely with your project managers, crane operators, and field staff to ensure smooth coordination. Whether for standard lifts or critical operations, our plans address all aspects of safe and efficient lifting.
Underground Lowering
Our Underground Lowering Service specializes in safely and precisely lowering heavy equipment such as excavators, trucks, structures, industrial equipment, storage bins, and tanks into mine shafts. These operations adhere to strict safety and regulatory standards. We meticulously plan every phase of the operation, ensuring that the equipment’s weight, center of gravity, and overall dimensions comply with the specific mine shaft’s limitations and regulations. Our team ensures smooth execution while prioritizing safety at every step. We collaborate closely with your on-site team to keep underground projects on track and trouble-free.
Rigging Analysis/Design
Kova Engineering’s Rigging Analysis/Design service provides comprehensive solutions for complex lifting challenges. We analyze all aspects to design optimal rigging setups for your lifts. Our team considers load weight, lift points, and center of gravity to create robust plans. We employ advanced software and engineering expertise to develop clear, easy-to-follow rigging diagrams. For every lift, we specify industry-standard, readily available components such as slings, shackles, and spreader beams. We also factor in crane capacity and configuration to ensure lifts remain within safe operational limits. Our rigging designs enable you to confidently tackle even the most challenging lifts.
Lift Lug Design
Our Lift Lug Design service focuses on creating secure attachment points for heavy loads. We employ advanced engineering principles to design lift lugs capable of handling diverse lifting scenarios. Our team considers load weight, lift angles, and dynamic forces to ensure lug integrity. We provide detailed specifications and drawings for precise lug placement and fabrication. Whether you’re lifting large industrial equipment or sensitive machinery, our lift lugs ensure load security. We also offer non-destructive testing of fabricated lift lugs to verify their quality and safety. For additional assurance, we provide the option of a professional engineer review and stamp of approval. Our lift lug designs enable safe, reliable, and efficient handling of heavy equipment across various applications.
Equipment Installation/Removal
Our Equipment Installation/Removal service focuses on creating detailed plans to facilitate the safe and efficient setup or removal of machinery. Our expertise ensures that every step of the process is thoroughly planned and optimized. We develop comprehensive strategies, including crane selection, rigging design, and critical lift planning for complex scenarios. Additionally, we can provide on-site personnel to observe the process and offer real-time recommendations during installation or removal. By working closely, we help minimize operational disruptions and ensure the success of your equipment-related projects.
Why Choose Us for Engineered Lift Plans?
- Expertise in Engineered Lift Planning: Our team creates certified lifting plans to ensure smooth projects. We ensure every lift is safe and efficient, reducing risks to life and valuable assets.
- Comprehensive Crane Safety Management: We prioritize crane safety with thorough inspections and tailored plans. We also provide essential load information for selecting cranes and equipment.
- Time-Saving Rigging and Hoisting Plans: We understand time is crucial. Our custom plans reduce on-site lifting time, keeping projects on schedule and within budget.
- Safe Lifting Practices: Safety is our top priority. We integrate it into every project, ensuring lifts are efficient and risks are low.
- Future Documentation: We prepare detailed records of lift points and lift methodology for repeatability in the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Mobile Crane Lifts: For lifting heavy loads at construction or industrial sites.
- Overhead Crane Lifts: For lifting within facilities like warehouses or manufacturing plants.
- Underground Lifts: Equipment lowered into confined spaces like mine shafts or hoist wells.
Not all lifts require a critical lift plan. For example, routine lifts performed using cranes or other equipment in controlled environments may not be considered critical. A critical lift is defined by factors like high load weight, proximity to personnel or sensitive structures, or specialized requirements, such as underground lowering or maneuvering in confined spaces. It’s essential to assess the complexity and risks of your lift to determine if a critical lift plan is necessary.
We serve a wide range of industries, including mining, construction, manufacturing, and industrial facilities. Our expertise covers everything from underground lowering operations to custom lifting solutions for sensitive or complex projects.
A lift equipment checklist should cover all essential components to ensure a safe and effective lift. This includes: lifting points and their integrity, cranes or other load-lifting devices (capacity, setup, and configuration), rigging components such as slings, shackles, and spreader beams.
Rigging analysis ensures that all components used in the lift, such as slings, shackles, and spreader beams, are properly designed and configured. This analysis helps prevent equipment failure by ensuring all parts work together safely to handle the specified load and conditions.
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