10 Safety Tips from ANVER Corp. during National Safety Month

ANVER has these 10 suggestions to ensure safe vacuum handling use:

1. Never attempt to operate a lifter until you read and understand the User''s Guide. Below-the-Hook lifting devices should only be operated by properly trained, designated personnel, familiar with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B30.20-2013 Safety Standards.

2. Always practice routine maintenance according to the recommended schedule for your lifter, and keep an inspection, testing, and maintenance log.

3. Do not operate a malfunctioning lifter or one with an “Out of Order” tag.

4. Do not use lifters for purposes other than designated ones.

5. Make sure every load is free of dirt, debris, straps, etc. for an optimal vacuum pad grip.

6. Make an initial attach and slight lift. Check that your vacuum is to spec. and holding tight at a solid vacuum level with no leakage. Once confirmed, continue to pick and place the load.

7. Ensure your load is balanced as it is lifted and that vacuum pads have an equal load.

8. Handle the crane hoist in a steady, smooth manner and minimize abrupt movements.

9. Never lift or transport loads over personnel. Make sure you and all persons are clear of the load while lifting and maneuvering it.

10. Replace labels that do not clearly display instructions, cautionary information, or pictograms. Do not use a lifter when capacity, weight, or safety markings are missing.

Preventative maintenance, routine inspections, and proper operation are key factors for safety in the work place. Contact ANVER to learn more about best safety practices and additional safety components for vacuum lifting devices.

About ANVER Corp.

ANVER, founded in 1968, is a North American leader in vacuum handling technology. ANVER is a full-service manufacturer offering a complete range of vacuum handling products from miniature vacuum suction cups and vacuum pumps to complete Mill-Duty Vacuum Lifting Systems.

For more information, please contact:

ANVER Corporation

36 Parmenter Rd.

Hudson, MA 01749

Scott Dillion, Group Manager

Phone: +1-978-568-0221

e-mail: info@anver.com

Website: www.anver.com