Alwayslearningelec
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For a ceiling or wall mounted xfrmr, say 45 pr 75kva what the most common equipment used to lift it into place? A duct lift?
Xfrm Lift
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Yes a duct lift with a 1000 pound capacity for a 75 kva.
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In a really tight spot you can use a chain fall. Just remove the top of the transformer and install a sling with a couple of shackles.
LarryFine
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A chain fall requires a safe attachment point, and at least minimal rigging skill. (Of course it it possible to mess up with a forklift or Lull too.)
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True. We've never had a problem with that type of rigging. To me it's scarier lifting a transformer with a duct lift. The chain fall method is more foolproof when set up correctly.
Alwayslearningelec
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Your shop owns a duct lift or you borrow from tin knockers?
Alwayslearningelec
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Hilarious.
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Both. Last time I needed one we rented it.
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