ILLINOIS ELECTRIC WORKS
Service, Repair, Rebuilding & New
Main Office: (618) 451-6900
CRANE & HOIST REPAIR IN THE MIDWEST
We offer in-house repair of all brands of hoists, trolleys, winches, gearboxes, and other similar equipment. Our expert team can handle any job in any application, and our commitment to customer satisfaction ensures you get quality work every time. Contact us for overhead crane repair services in the Midwest, including the following:
Electric motor repairs and rewinds
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Tool balancer and cord reel repairs
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Electric brake repair
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Open-Conductor Electrification
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Rail alignment and leveling
INSPECTION SERVICES
The first task of all reliable overhead crane repair companies is determining where the problem lies. If your crane or hoist isn’t operating at its peak, we can perform a thorough inspection to diagnose the issue. We’ll also conduct routine inspections to prevent future problems down the road.
Frequent, Periodic, and Engineered Lift Inspections
Load Testing
Dye Penetrant Inspections of hooks and load bearing hardware
Vibration Analysis
Thermography inspection of electrification systems and control panels
Slings and "Below-the Hook" devices
RETROFITTING
For upgrades and improvements to your equipment, we’ll make expert recommendations and execute the job perfectly. Here are some of the ways we can retrofit your crane, hoist, and trolley equipment:
Festoon installations / upgrades
Installation of independent pushbutton stations
Replacement of magnetic controls with variable frequency drives
Radio controls
Collision avoidance systems
Warning systems (horns, lights, etc.)
Lighting Systems
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Preventative maintenance will help you avoid costly crane and hoist repairs and downtime. We’ll perform all the necessary tasks to keep your equipment in top shape. This includes lubrication, limit switch adjustments, brake adjustments, and more.
All preventive maintenance is included, at no additional charge, in our routine inspection services.
INSTALLATIONS, ASSEMBLY AND MANUFACTURING
As a quality supplier and distributor, we can also provide any new or replacement hoist and crane equipment you might need. All our equipment is safe and stable, including the following:
Overhead cranes
Manipulators and jibs
Monorails
Vacuum lifters
Light rail workstations
MODERNIZATION
In addition to our crane repair services in the Midwest Region, we can help you modernize your equipment to extend its lifespan and maximize its functionality. Here are some examples of potential upgrades:
Motorization of Jibs and Bridges
Elimination of cab controls with pendant or radio control (or both)
Replacement of hydraulic brakes with electromagnetic systems
Installation of wind indicators for outdoor systems
Replacement of open conductor with insulated electrification systems