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The powerful strength that a lift magnet can provide is extremely beneficial to companies handling heavy materials. Whether in a scrap yard or industrial warehouse, its specific use is the main determining factor in selecting the best model for any given company. There are a range of types and capacities available to ensure maximum productivity and return on the investment. With adequate safety guidelines for operation in place a lift magnet is both easy to operate and advantageous to the overall labor process.
In numerous industries employees are faced with the impossible task of lifting large objects that weigh beyond their means. In this case, machinery can assist in raising the materials for loading, unloading, moving, and performing work on the object itself. Among the types available are those that are electromagnetic, permanently magnetized, and those combining both approaches.
The electrically charged apparatus utilizes a coil within the steel core to transmit the attractive waves. When combined with an ADC rectifier or controller, the field provides an adjustable voltage to power-up the surface. This version requires an uninterrupted supply of electricity for safe operation. A back-up energy source is essential to avoid potentially dangerous incidents from occurring during a power failure.
A lift magnet with a permanent attraction field is constructed of a unique ceramic or natural material and provides a constant holding power. They are operated manually and include a safety latch to guarantee the load will remain in place. They do not rely on power and are quite portable, yet do not allow for adjustments in holding power.
When the electric and permanent properties are joined within one piece of equipment the constant charge can be manipulated by a direct current power source. This DC system can be battery or controller powered. While this version does not need uninterrupted electricity, the attractive surface does need to be recharged occasionally to ensure loads can be elevated without equipment failure.
When selecting the most appropriate lift magnet for a location there are numerous details to consider. The materials it will handle need to be identified. The average thickness and length must be determined as it will directly influence the model acquired. A small scale model can handle objects up to 100kg with a thickness of at least 15mm and length of no more than 200mm. In comparison, a large, high capacity version can raise up to 2000kg with a minimum thickness of 55mm and a maximum length of 3500mm. With rounded surfaces the attractive capabilities are cut by 50%, therefore the shape of materials to be worked with can affect the overall requirements of the equipment chosen.
Incorporating a lift magnet into the handling of heavy materials can be beneficial to the company as well as the employees themselves. By utilizing this equipment there is no need for hooks, chains and slings which helps to eliminate the presence of eyebolts and the damage they frequently cause during the process. This saves time, decreases resulting waste, and reduces labor expenses. These machines have the ability to move objects vertically out of trucks or containers in small work environments without harming nearby materials. When the operators are trained on safety guidelines and proper operation, this equipment is quite straightforward to control and can reduce the amount of workplace injuries. As a result, multi-tasking can occur and productivity is greatly increased. The reduction in man power required creates a cost effective investment in the long run.
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