Safelift Crane Aid, a division of Venter Cranes, has completed a load test on an overhead crane, certifying its main hoist to operate safely after lifting 40,000kg and conducting a structural deflection test at the same load.
The company reported that the measured bridge deflection was 13mm, which is within the allowable 25mm (at L/700) limit, indicating the structure remains sound.
The crane was tested with a 40,000kg load and will be certified with a rated capacity of 30,000kg to meet the requirements set by its customer, according to Safelift Crane Aid.
The main hoist demonstrated consistent performance during the assessment. The next phase of work will focus on modernising the bridge and trolley travel systems.
The company stated that these upgrades are intended to improve reliability and safety and align the crane more closely with current operational standards while maintaining equipment that has long served industrial clients.
SafeLift Crane Aid operations manager Bradley Sliedrecht said: “At SafeLift Crane Aid, we believe experience matters.
“Not every older crane needs replacing—many simply need the right engineering, testing, and modernisation to continue providing years of safe, reliable service.”
As part of its business, Safelift Crane Aid supplies, installs, commissions, inspects, load tests, services, and repairs R&M lifting equipment for clients across Western Canada.
Safelift Crane Aid’s services include annual and periodic inspections of cranes and hoists, preventive and corrective maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, brake inspections, and adjustments.
The company provides safety upgrades, equipment modernisation, retrofit solutions, and technical support, including original parts for both surface and underground crane systems such as headframe cranes.
The company operates as an authorised distributor for R&M, working to ensure lifting equipment remains operational and compliant with industry standards.
Earlier this month, Safelift Crane Aid installed and commissioned an R&M 5t electric chain hoist at a client site in Saskatoon, Canada.
