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Boosting Elevator Longevity through Proactive Maintenance: Shifting from Reactive to Preventive Care

June 15, 2023

Maintaining an elevator, a crucial aspect of any industrial or construction facility, significantly influences operational costs, safety measures, and environmental performance. At McDonough, we emphasize that diligent maintenance of an elevator is essential not only for the safety and productivity of the workforce but also for the equipment’s longevity. With regular, appropriate care, an elevator can remain operational for up to three decades.

ONEMcDonough An industrial rack and pinion elevator on a tall metal structure overlooks a large refinery complex, featuring tanks, towers, and pipelines beneath a partly cloudy sky.

Ensuring Safety with Overspeed Safety Governors in Rack and Pinion Elevators

May 22, 2023

Passenger safety is an essential aspect of every elevator. At McDonough, we believe in implementing high-quality safety measures to ensure the well-being of everyone involved. One such important safety feature of all rack and pinion elevators is the overspeed safety governor.

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Boost Your Construction Project Efficiency with the Benefits of Renting a Transport Platform

May 9, 2023

Renting a transport platform for your construction project offers a multitude of benefits, including flexibility, safety, cost savings, simplified logistics, and reliable performance.

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The Unmatched Benefits of Renting a Common Tower Platform for Your Construction Project

May 9, 2023

Renting a Common Tower Platform for your construction project offers numerous benefits, including increased efficiency, cost savings, simplified logistics, enhanced safety, and scalable solutions.

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Four Liebherr 125 K Fast-Erecting Tower Cranes Added to Rental Fleet

March 31, 2023

The newest additionS to our fleet of tower cranes ARE four Liebherr 125 K Fast-Erecting Tower Cranes. The modern control system, compact footprint on the construction site and outstanding performance values make the 125 K the clear leader among fast-erecting cranes in its class. You

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Replacement Safety Devices

March 28, 2023

When it is time to replace the safety device on your rack & pinion elevator, you may want to explore your purchase options. New OEM, Recertified OEM, and STROS are all viable, code-compliant options offering a wide range in pricing. OEM Replacements Original Equipment Manufacturer

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Downtown squeeze is no problem for compact Potain self-erecting tower crane

March 16, 2023

A POTAIN IGO T 85 A SELF-ERECTING TOWER CRANE IS SPEEDING UP PRODUCTION ON A LIMITED-SPACE HOTEL SITE IN RAPIDLY EXPANDING AUSTIN, TX Austin, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, with its vibrant tech scene and inviting climate. As the

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5 Ways to Improve Reliability of Your Buck Hoist or Construction Elevator

December 15, 2022

There are a handful of important items that you can control on your jobsite that will improve the reliability of the buck hoist or construction elevator on your next project.

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HOIST OPERATORS

July 11, 2018

Hoist Operators…should I hire one from McDonough or provide my own? We are often asked if any job site laborer can be trained to operate the hoist and assume all the responsibilities related to the hoist operation. The short answer is yes, but the more

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