Position Indicator Arrangements for Gates
There are several types of position indicator arrangements that can be installed for various types of gates. These arrangements include mechanical, hydraulic and electronic types. Larger...
Guard Gate Tests at Tieton Dam
The emergency gate hoist system on the guard gates at Tieton Dam, near Yakima, Washington, was tested as part of the United States Bureau of Reclamation Safety Evaluation of Existing Dams...
Fixed-Wheel Gates Uses and Limitations
The fixed-wheel type of gate, which derives its name from sets of wheels mounted on axles fixed to the gate, rolls upon and transmits the hydraulic load of the gate to guide tracks bearing...
Torsion Rigid Gates and Their Hoisting Mechanisms
In Europe, installation of modern, steel, 'torsion-rigid', radial (tainter) gates and flaps, operated by one or more hydraulic hoists usually situated at the...
Critical Features of Custom Design Hydro Gates
Large hydro gates are custom designed to suit each particular installation. To prevent overlooking a feature that could lead to future problems, a check list of the numerous features should...
Dual Hoist Container Cranes for Virginia Port Authority
The dual hoist container crane has proven to be substantially more productive than conventional container cranes. Virginia Port Authority has purchased three new dual hoist cranes with...
Erection of Steel Buildings
Accepted Good Practice in the Selection of Plant and Methods
The data and directions in this manual,
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