Crane Servicing & Maintenance
Keeping your cranes safe, compliant, and fully operational.
Overhead Crane Servicing in South Africa
We provide professional overhead crane servicing and maintenance across South Africa, ensuring your lifting equipment remains safe, reliable, and fully compliant. Our services include preventative maintenance, detailed inspections, and compliance checks in line with industry standards. Regular servicing reduces downtime, extends crane lifespan, and ensures safe operation in demanding industrial environments.
Crane Servicing Requirements & Compliance
Overhead cranes must be maintained and inspected regularly to ensure safe operation and compliance with South African safety standards. Routine servicing helps identify wear, prevent failures, and ensure all mechanical and electrical components are functioning correctly. Proper maintenance and record keeping are essential for legal compliance and safe lifting operations.
What Our Crane Servicing Includes
- Full mechanical inspection
- Electrical panel and control checks
- Brake testing and adjustments
- Wire rope and hook inspection
- Limit switch and safety checks
- Lubrication of moving components
- Detailed service reports
Why Regular Crane Servicing is Important
Regular servicing helps prevent unexpected breakdowns, improves safety, and extends the lifespan of your equipment. Preventative maintenance ensures your crane operates efficiently and reduces costly downtime caused by mechanical or electrical failures.
Keep Your Cranes Safe & Operational
Don’t wait for a breakdown. Schedule your crane service today and ensure your equipment remains compliant and reliable.
Crane Servicing in Gauteng
We provide overhead crane servicing across Gauteng, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Midrand, Centurion, East rand and surrounding areas. Our team offers fast, reliable service to keep your operations running safely and efficiently.
Keep Your Cranes Compliant & Operational
We provide professional overhead crane servicing and maintenance across South Africa, ensuring full compliance with Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR18). Our services include routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and detailed reporting to keep your equipment safe, operational, and legally compliant. Whether you require scheduled servicing or urgent support, AC Crane Maintenance delivers reliable and efficient solutions.
Legal Compliance & Servicing Requirements
- Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) 85 of 1993
- Servicing in accordance with the Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR18)
- Mandatory inspection, maintenance, and record keeping for all overhead cranes
All overhead cranes are required by law to be regularly inspected, serviced, and maintained to ensure safe operation. Failure to comply may result in equipment shutdown, legal liability, and increased safety risks.
Preventative Maintenance & Inspection Process
Our crane servicing is built around a structured preventative maintenance program designed to identify wear, prevent failures, and ensure long-term operational reliability. Each service is carried out systematically, covering all critical mechanical, electrical, and safety components to ensure your equipment remains safe, compliant, and fully functional.
By detecting issues early, we reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns, minimise costly downtime, and extend the lifespan of your crane systems.
Mechanical Inspection
- Inspection of gearboxes, shafts, couplings, and bearings
- Check for abnormal wear, misalignment, and vibration
- Structural inspection of bridge, trolley, and end carriages
Electrical System Inspection
- Inspection of control panels, contactors, and wiring
- Testing of limit switches and safety circuits
- Verification of emergency stop functions
Brake & Drive System Testing
- Brake condition and adjustment checks
- Motor performance testing
- Verification of smooth and controlled operation
Wire Rope & Hook Inspection
- Visual inspection of wire ropes for wear, damage, or corrosion
- Hook inspection for deformation, cracks, and safety latch condition
- Verification of safe lifting capability
Lubrication & Adjustment
- Lubrication of all moving components
- Adjustment of mechanical systems where required
- Ensuring smooth and efficient crane operation
Safety & Compliance Checks
- Verification of all safety devices and protections
- Ensuring compliance with DMR18 requirements
- Identification of any non-compliance risks
Structural & Rail Inspection
- Inspection of runway beams and rail alignment
- Check for structural cracks, fatigue, and deformation
- Verification of end stops and buffers
- Inspection of crane wheels and travel path
Control Systems & Operation
- Inspection of pendant controls and radio remote systems
- Functional testing of crane movements and responses
- Verification of smooth start, stop, and directional control
- Identification of any operational irregularities
Reporting & Recommendations
- Detailed service report issued
- Identification of defects or potential failures
- Clear recommendations for repairs or further action
Why Choose AC Crane Maintenance
AC Crane Maintenance provides professional crane servicing and maintenance across South Africa, supporting heavy industrial sectors with reliable, compliant, and efficient solutions.
- Nationwide Service Coverage
We provide crane servicing across South Africa, supporting operations in Gauteng and major industrial regions.
- Heavy Industrial Experience
We service cranes in demanding environments including manufacturing plants, steel works, warehouses, and production facilities.
- DMR18 Compliant Servicing
All maintenance and inspections are carried out in line with South African safety regulations and industry standards.
- Approved Lifting Machinery Entity (LME 526)
Certified to perform inspections, servicing, and reporting in accordance with legal requirements.
- Fast Response & Reliable Support
We understand downtime costs money – our team responds quickly to keep your operations running.
- Full Turnkey Capability
From servicing and inspections to upgrades and installations, we offer complete crane solutions.
We don’t just service cranes – we ensure your equipment remains safe, compliant, and operational in even the most demanding industrial environments.