Electro-permanent lifting magnets have received traction from machinery manufacturers, steel mills, foundries, metalworking factories, shipyards, and steel distributors. One big reason is that the maintenance cost is relatively low, and the maintenance process is not complicated. Today HVR MAG, as a professional manufacturer of industrial magnetic solutions, will share some tips on maintaining your lifting magnet properly from 2 prospects. Regular maintenance can help to make your lifting magnets have a longer lifespan with high operational efficiency.
Before each maintenance or repair, please guarantee the following things:
1. Only qualified personnel is allowed to maintain and repair the lifting magnet.
2. Switch off the circuit breaker at the back of the magnet before touching or removing components.
3. Do not smoke in the vicinity of the magnet.
4. Make sure the magnet is not on the charger in case it is a battery-powered lifting magnet.
1. Tips on maintaining mechanical parts of your lifting magnet:
A. Daily check before each usage, including the appearance (the housing and the magnet surface), cleanliness, all the welds, power cords, screws, chains, rings, etc.
B. Check if there are any cracks or visible stains on the appearance. Check if there is anything loose on the chains and rings. Are there any dents or excessive wear on the magnet surface or the housing?
2. Tips on maintaining electronic components of your lifting magnet:
A. Suitable storage is necessary. The storage place should be an anti-flammable, explosion-proof, dust-proof, and anti-strong magnetic field. A ventilated place, while preventing liquid and metal particles from entering the controller is preferable.
B. Prevent falling or impacts.
C. Maintenance and repair of electrical equipment must comply with the relevant regulations and technical rules.
D. It is recommended that the user should check the buttons, indicators, terminals, and power cords of the magnet regularly. Check the resistance value and insulation value of the magnet once every six months if you use it every workday.
For more tips on maintaining your lifting magnet of a particular model properly, please follow the instruction manual enclosed with the goods. Or if you have any doubts, please feel free to contact us at: export@hvrmagnet.com HVR MAG is undertaking every project with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We can be your highly cost-effective source of electro-permanent magnetic solutions.
