Blog Archives - MHS Crane

Overhead Crane Maintenance: Complete Safety and Inspection Guide

April 29, 2026
Posted by Jon Bast
crane inspection, crane maintenance, crane maintenance checklist, crane safety maintenance

Overhead crane maintenance is the routine process of inspecting, servicing, and repairing cranes to keep them safe and fully operational. It covers everything from checking wire ropes and brake systems to lubricating gears and...

09 Jun

Blog, Material Handling Equipment, Modernization

5 Benefits of Modernizing Cranes with VFDs

April 29, 2026
Posted by mhscrane

Variable frequency drives, or VFDs, are used in the material handling industry to control electric hoists and other lifting equipment. A VFD is powerful technology which has revolutionized the operation of crane and hoist...

Hoist and Winch Maintenance Safety Tips

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

Hoists and winches, like any other material handling equipment, require consistent maintenance to ensure safety and optimized functionality. Take into consideration the type of material or loads you'll be moving; if you're using a...

17 Mar

Blog, Material Handling Equipment, Service & Repairs

CMAA 78 Certified Crane Technicians: It’s not just a title—it’s a requirement!

April 29, 2026
Posted by mhscrane

With nearly 50 years in the industry, MHS Crane has made it a priority to keep our technicians knowledgeable and up to date with industry standards. We have had each of our inspectors and technicians...

17 Mar

Blog, Material Handling Equipment

MHS Crane & Demag IDAPSY Software

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

You’ve purchased your Demag crane, excited and ready to put it to work—but then you think about the maintenance and the costs that are associated with keeping your crane in top shape. You need to...

17 Mar

Blog, Material Handling Equipment

Crane & Material Handling Equipment Best Practices

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

If you’re in the material handling industry, you’re familiar with various types of heavy-duty equipment. You’ve probably heard of cranes as an option for warehouses and most manufacturing facilities. Most people associate crane operations to...

17 Mar

Blog, Material Handling Equipment, Service & Repairs

5 Top Signs You Need Service and Repairs

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

No matter how you put your crane to use, maintaining material handling equipment in top condition is vital in order to keep up with compliance regulations and the overall safety within your facility. Here are 5...

17 Mar

Blog, Material Handling Equipment

Truth or Myth: Winches and Hoists are Created Equal

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

Hoists and winches are both similar machines which are used to support movement of heavy loads. Many people confuse the two because they technically perform a very similar function: heavy lifting. However, the application for each...

Hoists – The Right Guy (Machine?) on the Job

April 29, 2026
Posted by Ana C. Coronel

Hoists are powerful machines that make jobs easier and production flow faster. They help reduce accidents, and if used correctly, keep your staff from risk of long-term injury. Typically affixed to an overhead crane...

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