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Document ID (ISN)38376
CIS number 82-1502
Year 1981
Convention or series no. ANSI MH 27.1-1981
Author(s)
American National Standards Institute
Title Specifications for underhung cranes and monorail systems
Bibliographic information Monorail Manufacturers Association, 1326 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, USA, 1981. 14p. Price: US-$8.00.
Abstract This standard (approved 8 June 1981) defines safety specifications for underhung cranes operating on the lower flange of a track section, and for a single track monorail system, including all curves, switches, transfer devices, trolleys, lift and drop sections, and associated equipment. Sections cover: scope and referenced specifications and publishers; general work and design specifications; runway and monorail track; suspension fittings; carriers or trolleys; cranes, transfer cranes, and interlocking cranes; switches; track openers; vertical drop or lift sections; cab controlled carriers and cranes; brakes; electrical equipment and electrification; equipment for special applications.
Descriptors (primary) overhead conveyors; overhead travelling cranes; USA
Descriptors (secondary) brakes; drivers cabs; standard; crane runways; suspension elements; electrical equipment
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Subject(s) Materials handling and storage
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Cranes