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  1. Supporting the Aerospace & Aviation Industries with ACECO

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    Supporting the Aerospace & Aviation Industries with ACECO

    At American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO), we take pride in our extensive experience and expertise in providing state-of-the-art material handling equipment for the aerospace and aviation industries. Our commitment to delivering tailored solutions ensures that every project, no matter how complex or critical, is handled with the utmost precision, safety, and efficiency.

    Specialized Solutions for Aerospace & Aviation

    The aerospace and aviation sectors demand specialized equipment capable of handling sensitive and high-value components. Whether you are manufacturing aircraft, constructing rocket satellites, or performing maintenance on flight components, ACECO has the right material handling solutions for your needs.

    Our Products:

    • Standard Cranes: Designed for everyday tasks, these cranes offer reliability and efficiency.
    • Critical Lift Cranes: Engineered for high-stakes applications where safety and precision are paramount.
    • Cleanroom Cranes: Ideal for environments that require stringent contamination control.
    • Custom Cranes: Tailored to meet specific requirements, ensuring optimal performance in unique applications.

    Enhancing Performance and Safety

    ACECO’s equipment can be customized with a variety of features to enhance safety and performance.

    • Redundant Hoist Reeving Systems: Ensure load stability and safety.
    • Overspeed and Misreeving Protection Mechanisms: Prevent operational errors and accidents.
    • Emergency Hoist Brakes: Provide immediate stopping capability in critical solutions.
    • Precision Control Systems: Enable accurate positioning and movement of sensitive loads.
    • Remote Operator Stations: Allow for safe and efficient operation from a distance.
    • EMI Filters: Protect equipment from electromagnetic interference.

    Total Project Capabilities

    Our comprehensive capabilities ensure that we can support your project from start to finish. ACECO’s equipment is designed to handle a wide range of tasks, including:

    • Assembling Aircraft: Facilitating the construction of large and complex aircraft components.
    • Carrying Loads Over Turbines: Ensuring safe and precise movement of heavy loads over critical infrastructure.
    • Handling Time-Sensitive Loads: Supporting the manufacturing of space flight hardware where timing is crucial.
    • Transporting High-Value Satellites: Safely moving delicate and valuable aerospace assets.

    Why Overhead Cranes Are Crucial for Aerospace

    The aerospace industry requires specialized material handling solutions that standard equipment cannot provide. Overhead cranes, engineered specifically for aerospace applications, offer the precision, reliability, and adaptability needed to handle everything from delicate composite materials to robust metal alloys.

    Key Benefits of Aerospace Overhead Cranes:

    • Precision Lifting: Customized hoists and grips ensure the safe handling of sensitive materials.
    • Versatility: Modular designs and customizable features adapt to varying project requirements.
    • Efficiency: High-speed hoists and intuitive controls reduce downtime and increase productivity.
    • Safety: Regular inspections and maintenance keep equipment in optimal condition, minimizing safety hazards.

    Partner with ACECO for Your Aerospace Needs

    Choosing ACECO means entering into a long-term partnership built on trust, expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our team of experienced engineers and technicians is dedicated to providing robust, reliable, and tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of the aerospace and aviation industries. From initial consultation to routine maintenance, ACECO stands by its products and ensures that your material handling systems are always performing their best.

    With American Crane & Equipment Corporation, you can focus on reaching new heights while we handle the heavy lifting.  Contact us today to learn more about our products and services and how we serve the aerospace/aviation industry. To discuss your equipment requirements with one of our representatives, request a quote.

  2. Elevating Excellence: American Crane’s Aerospace Industry Solutions

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    Aerospace Industry

    In the aerospace and aircraft industry, precision, efficiency, and safety are paramount. When it comes to material handling equipment, you need a partner who understands the unique challenges and demands of this sector. American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is that partner. With over 40 years of experience, ACECO has solidified its position as a leader in providing top-notch material handling solutions for the aerospace and aircraft industry. From aircraft manufacturing to satellite construction and maintenance, ACECO has a proven track record of delivering tailor-made equipment that exceeds expectations.

    Tailored Solutions for Aerospace and Aviation

    In the aerospace and aviation sectors, the deployment of cranes and hoists is crucial for a multitude of tasks, ranging from the precise assembly of aircraft to the safe transportation of high-value aerospace satellites. These industries demand equipment that can handle potentially hazardous or highly sensitive loads, and this necessitates a strong focus on performance, efficiency, and safety in their engineering. With more than four decades of experience in designing and manufacturing machinery for intricate lifting configurations and high-risk applications, our seasoned engineering team is well-equipped to deliver tailor-made solutions for even the most complex aerospace and aviation lifting jobs.

    Diverse Product Range

    ACECO provides a wide array of material handling equipment with solutions suited for various applications within the aerospace and aviation sectors. From ready-made products to a diverse set of custom engineering and manufacturing capabilities, our offerings range from small 1/2- ton ratchet lever hoists to large 300-ton overhead cranes. Beyond equipment supply, we also provide spare parts and crane upgrades to ensure that your material handling equipment remains in optimal working condition.

    Specialized Equipment

    In addition to standard cranes, ACECO offers critical lift cranes, cleanroom cranes, and other specialized material handling units and accessories. These can be customized with features that enhance safety and performance, including redundant hoist reeving systems, overspeed and misreeving protection mechanisms, emergency hoist brakes, precision control systems, remote operator stations, and EMI filters.

    Comprehensive Support and Services

    At ACECO, we are more than a manufacturer, taking pride in offering comprehensive services and support to our customers. Our dedicated team is well-versed in a spectrum of services, including design and engineering, product support, outage support, retrofitting, upgrades, load testing, inspection, and training. This holistic approach ensures that our clients receive not only top-tier equipment but also the guidance and assistance necessary to optimize its performance and lifespan.

    Our Commitment to Certifications and Standards

    ACECO invests in quality employees and cutting-edge equipment. Our facility boasts state-of- the-art material preparation and CNC machining units, as well as a UL508 certified panel shop. Furthermore, our welders are certified to American Welding Standard (AWS) D1.1 and D14.1 and Canadian Standards Association (CSA) W47.1, ensuring the highest quality standards are met.

    Partner with ACECO Today

    For all your material handling equipment needs in the aerospace and aviation industry, ACECO is your expert, craftsman, and partner. We offer a range of standard and custom equipment solutions to fully meet your requirements.

    To learn more about ACECO’s products and services and how we can serve the aerospace and aviation industry, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today. Request a quote or speak with one of our representatives to explore how ACECO can elevate your aerospace material handling operations to new heights.

  3. Custom Equipment Gets the Job Done Right

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    Shopping for big equipment to help with oil and gas exploration, outages at power plants, repairs on iconic bridges, and lifting components in the Aerospace Industry is no small feat. You need to feel confident about what you are buying and know that you are investing in equipment that will hold up under pressure and best suit your specific needs.

    Our highly qualified engineering department produces innovative solutions that easily translate to drawings and manufactured fabrications and parts. Over the years we have created unique designs that have provided exceptional challenges with comprehensive solutions. Essentially, we can design and manufacture almost any welded fabrication or part that can be imagined to support a custom crane program. Check out some of our design capabilities that make it all possible:

    • Use of the latest 3-D design software
    • Fabrication and part testing capabilities
    • Quality assurance program
    • Inspection reports available, when required

     

    We have the experience and expertise to meet your unique requirements and to move quickly from design concept to manufacturing.

    Our manufacturing capabilities include:

    • Customization to your specific application

     

    • Procurement
                Commercial grade dedication
    • Fabrication including:
                Plasma cutting
                Welding to AWS standards
      Various epoxy/urethane nuclear coatings
    • Machining including:
                Numerous CNC and manual machine tools
      7″ horizontal boring mill with 30 foot horizontal travel and 13 foot vertical travel
    • Testing Services
                Acceptance testing
                Mock-up testing
                Load testing to 2500 tons
    • Inspection Services
                Visual weld inspection per AWS standards
                MT, LP, UT, & RT by ASNT-TC-1A qualified technicians, Coating inspectionFor additional information regarding your application contact us today at 1-877-877-6778 or email our sales department.

  4. Custom Grapples from American Crane

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    In sensitive environments, such as nuclear, aerospace, or gas & oil, there is no option for equipment failure. In applications where safety is imperative, grapples, drum grabs, and lifting beams can be useful for securely holding materials, using precise movements to relocate hazardous or valuable loads.  One slip or one piece of faulty equipment and the consequences can be catastrophic.

    Custom GrapplesWhen choosing a critical lift device for hazardous locations make sure it:

    • Is made of the highest quality carbon, and stainless steel
    • Is 100% customizable to your exact needs
    • Meets NUREG 0612 and NUREG 0554 requirements
    • Is NQA-1 Nuclear Quality and seismically qualified
    • Operates remotely

    Reliability and quality cannot be compromised when shopping for high quality lifting solutions. At American Crane & Equipment, we can supply you with a variety of explosion-proof, spark-resistant and single failure-proof equipment to keep you and your load moving safely under dangerous conditions.