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Old 26th Oct 2021, 06:33
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catseye
 
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Originally Posted by Twist & Shout
There still seems to be some “dark arts” associated with hoists.
15 years ago I attended a “Hoisting Conference” for EMS operators. The take away was: “The guy that could make ‘good’ hoist cables has retired”.

You’d think the tech would be locked down and reliable in 2021. Due multiple issues with stoppages - hoisting operations on one modern type in Australia are currently suspended.
Wondering which type is restricted??
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