Hire and Rental News - Access in Action - November 2017

ACCESS in ACTION 40 ACCESS IN ACTION • NOVEMBER 2017 As the peak representative body of the access industry in Australia, the EWPA is constantly striving to improve safety and service standards throughout Australia. EWPA CEO, James Oxenham said: “Requirements for the provision and maintenance of safe plant are specified in legislation, specifically the WHS Acts and Regulations in force in each state. “Consequently failure to maintain EWPs can be seen as a failure to comply with the law and heavy penalties can be applied if an accident occurs,” James said “Australian Standard AS2550.10 provides guidelines which can assist the owner in complying with legal obligations and duty of care to the end user. The requirements in AS2550.10 are however, necessarily general, because the standard covers all types of EWPs. Manufacturer maintenance requirements are the best reference because they have been designed for the actual EWP. “It is critical all inspection and maintenance is carried out so the EWP is maintained in a safe and serviceable condition. Failure to inspect could result in a catastrophic failure, personal injury or death,” James said. According to Haulotte’s Operation Manager, Dan Goodfellow, Haulotte can conduct 10 year tests on all EWPs, not just Haulotte equipment. Safety first – 10 year testing for all EWPs In line with requirements for maintenance, inspection and repair of EWPs specified in Australian Standards, Haulotte Australia offers 10 year EWP tests in accordance with AS2550.10 and AS1418.10 performed to manufacturer specifications. “We use genuine OEM parts checked and installed by factory trained technicians and perform a thorough examination complying with 10 year test requirements,” Dan said. This includes: • disassembly and removal of paint, grease, corrosion from critical components to allow a complete and thorough inspection; • detailed visual inspection and tolerance checking of all wear components; and • non-destructive testing of all critical areas for evidence of cracking, fatigue and excessive stress. “On completion, Haulotte provides a full report including a certificate from the OEM confirming completion of the 10 year test, a checklist of the work completed and a crack test certificate. “Any work required outside the scope of a standard 10 year test is quoted separately,” Dan said. Haulotte’s 10 year test is conducted in three stages. Before major work begins, the machine is washed and a full function test is carried, visual inspection made and a report on any abnormalities made. A creep load test is carried out on all cylinders, to ensure no leakage in cylinder seals or counterbalance valves. Pressures are tested against manufacturer specifications for safety of operation. During Stage two, the machine is dismantled, inspected and unserviceable parts discarded. Parts are ordered and repairs made where required. All internal components are stripped, inspected and tested against manufacturer specifications. Components are cleaned, lubricated and rebuilt and if required, new bolts are fitted throughout and tensioned to manufacturer specifications. Components are refurbished, systems repaired and upgraded where needed. In Stage three, when the machine is disassembled, crack testing and ultra- sounding can be carried out. Any defects in welds are reported and repaired. Any components which are heavily rusted are sand blasted and prepared for paint. Once all components are cleaned, assembly commences and a full service conducted. Up to date decals are fitted to ensure the machine complies with current Australian Standards. A new log book, yellow pouch, grey card, operators’ safety manual and Major Inspection compliance plate is fitted, meeting EWPA approval. The machine is function tested several times to ensure all aspects of operation and safety is in good working order. Contact: 03 8710 1000 or visit website: www.haulotte.com.au or visit the EWPA website at: www.ewpa.com.au With over 30 guests from Europe, NZ and Australia, technical training was based on Platform Basket and ATN products, Managing Director, Ben Joyce said. Two new products, one from Platform Basket and ATN, were launched as part of the Moni-tour ’17 event, including: 1. Platform Basket 2714 Spider Lift: compact machine with a 27m max working height and bi-energy Kubota diesel engine plus lithium battery system; Global dealer event offers training and launches two new products 2. ATN Zebra 12: 4WD diesel powered knuckle boom, with class-leading outreach, on-board diagnostics, oscillating axle and excellent ground clearance. Guests included Platform Basket (Italy), ATN (France), Access Service Australia, Youngman Richardson Co (NZ), EWP Service (Perth), Access Construction Equipment (Adelaide), plus several rental companies and other clients. A Jet-Ranger helicopter conducted flights as a thank you to staff, suppliers and guests for their loyalty and support. Contact: 1800 025 024 or visit website: www.monitor.net.au Over three days (9-11 October) at its Tamworth headquarters, Monitor Lifts provided in- depth training on its range during its Global Dealer Event – Moni-tour ‘17. Monitor Lifts provided in-depth training