Load Test

Load testing and inspection of overhead cranes is required by many safety regulations, national

consensus standards and manufacturers. It is the purpose of the annual condition inspection to

ensure that the overall structural condition and are functioning properly according to the

original equipment manufacturer’s specifications.

The purpose of the load test is to ensure by actual overloading, that the equipment is capable of

safely lifting and moving the rated load through all designed motions. The inspection and load

test do not take into account the duty factor of the equipment. The frequency of performing a

load test can vary depending on regulatory jurisdiction.