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Experts in crane manufacturing with over 100 years of experience.

For over a century, Reading Crane & Engineering Co., a subsidiary of Flatiron Crane Operating Company, has been your trusted source for comprehensive crane solutions. We specialize in crane manufacturing, inspections, parts and turn-key solutions serving various industries with top-quality equipment and skilled operators. Whether you need engineering, fabricating, installation or maintenance services, visit our website for reliable solutions and unmatched expertise.

21/10/2026

Hard stops and abrupt movements are characteristic of single speed and dual speed cranes. Reliance on these systems often leads to premature wear on critical components, including:

• Brakes
• Drivetrain
• Trolley
• End Trucks
• Wheels
• Runway Beams
• Wire Rope or Chain

VFDs regulate electric current, allowing operators to control acceleration and deceleration in practically every one of your crane’s motorized components, including the hoist, bridge, and trolley. Fine-tuning speed and stop times reduces strain on your equipment, extending its service life while improving reliability and lowering maintenance costs.

Contact Reading today for more information about upgrading your system and performance! https://readingcrane.com

14/10/2026

For businesses that rely on overhead cranes to transport, position, and store materials, understanding how to avoid unexpected failures should be top priority. Nothing disrupts operations faster than faulty equipment or a sudden breakdown. To keep your cranes running smoothly:

• Monitor performance daily
• Ask operators to check equipment before activating it
• Implement a preventative maintenance program
• Follow OSHA guidelines for periodic inspections
• Address small problems before they escalate
• Maintain accurate service records

Monitoring your crane helps you identify and address issues before they lead to costly, unscheduled downtime—while providing the data you need to make informed decisions about service, upgrades, and modernization.

Contact Reading for more information about our maintenance and inspection services! www.readingcrane.com

07/10/2026

Reading Crane & Engineering is searching for an Electrical Field Technician & Welder to join our team in Reading, PA. You will be working independently and as part of a team—troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining overhead crane systems and related equipment.

Most maintenance and repair work will be carried out at customer facilities, such as foundries, steel mills, and auto manufacturing plants, where you will be responsible for diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues, performing repairs and preventative maintenance, and conducting OSHA-compliant safety inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits available. Apply today at www.flatironcrane.com/careers!

23/09/2026

Reading has been designing, building, installing, inspecting, and servicing cranes for over a century—giving us a practical, common-sense approach to engineering. One hundred years of field experience and firsthand knowledge has taught us that the perfect solution doesn’t come off the shelf. It’s built around your needs.

Our skilled team of structural, mechanical, electrical and civil engineers have tackled some of the toughest complex material handling problems in North America, including:

• Space Constraints
• Building Integration
• Extreme Temperatures
• Corrosive Environments
• Wind Loading
• Fragile, Off-Center Payloads

With every crane backed by expert support and end-to-end service, businesses count on us to keep their operations running at all hours of the day and night. Ready to start lifting safer, faster, and more productively? Contact Reading today to start planning your project! www.readingcrane.com

16/09/2026

Pushing overhead cranes might help you meet production targets, but can wind up costing you more in the long run. Small issues can escalate quickly, leading to costly repairs and serious accidents. To ensure the integrity of your equipment and the safety of your team, always call a professional when you encounter the following problems.

• Hoist drifts down or fails to hold a load
• Kinked or frayed wire ropes
• Stretched or corroded chain links
• Tripped breakers or intermittent power
• Unresponsive controls
• Overheating
• Loss of lifting power
• Burning smells or griding noises
• Cracked or twisted hooks
• Missing safety latches
• Widened hook throat opening
• Slipping, jerky, or erratic lifting
• Loose mountings
• Structural damage to hoist frame

Regular inspections can help catch these issues early, when they can be repaired without significant downtime. Contact Reading today to make sure your cranes have the support they need to function reliably.
www.readingcrane.com

09/09/2026

Electric hoists are powerful tools designed to speed production, reduce cycle times, and minimize material bottlenecks. But they can’t perform their tasks safely or effectively unless operators know how to identify damage, wear, and loose parts. Before activating the hoist, check for:

• Frayed, kinked, crushed, or corroded cables and wires
• Loose or missing bolts and fasteners
• Cracked, stretched, or twisted chains and hooks
• Sheave grooves that are too deep or narrow

Operators should also test the hoist's safety devices, including overload protection, emergency stops, and limit switches, to make sure they’re fully functional. Record the hoist’s condition in a logbook, so you can track its health over time.

Daily inspections are a good way to catch problems but need to be conducted alongside professional inspections performed by an experienced, qualified technician. These types of periodic check-ups provide an in-depth look at your hoist, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and following up on issues noted in your daily log.

Concerned your hoist might be overdue for an inspection? Contact Reading today to schedule a visit with our service team! www.readingcrane.com

03/09/2026

Reading Crane & Engineering is looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our team in Reading, PA. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with a background in electro-mechanical engineering, industrial motor control, and electrical systems and services (VFD’s, PLC’s, etc.).

In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing, planning, executing, and managing electrical projects from concept through completion, to ensure the work is finished on time and on budget, according to industry standards and client specifications. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Apply today! https://bit.ly/4dk5gtI

26/08/2026

OSHA divides crane inspections into two distinct categories: frequent and periodic. Frequent inspections are conducted by operators or trained maintenance personnel who understand how the equipment works and when it needs to be pulled from service.

Periodic inspections must be thoroughly documented, with a complete record of the technician’s findings and a list of all corrective actions taken or recommended. These documents not only show due diligence; they also help predict when components are nearing the end of their service life.

Contact our service team today at www.readingcrane.com to schedule an appointment and make sure your cranes can lift loads safely, smoothly, and securely.

19/08/2026

While rated capacity determines how much weight your crane can lift, duty cycles play an even bigger role in determining your crane’s lifespan, maintenance requirements, and total cost of ownership. A crane that lifts 10 tons once a day requires a different design than one that lifts 10 tons every hour. Heavy duty cycles:

• Accelerate wear on moving components, particularly hoists, brakes, and motors.
• Place additional stress on bridges, end trucks, trolley frames, and other structural components.
• Lead to higher maintenance and electricity costs.

Robust design, reinforced components, and intelligent control features help engineers overcome these challenges – allowing cranes to withstand repeated loading over a long service life in even the most demanding environment.

Strong cranes require strong engineering, backed by high-level maintenance and inspection capabilities. Reading has been building durable lifting systems for over a century, delivering state-of-the-art cranes designed to minimize wear, resist fatigue, and simplify maintenance.

Reach out today for more information or to start planning your project! www.readingcrane.com

12/08/2026

Reading Crane & Engineering provides robust, long-term solutions for multiple industries. Over a century of experience has given us the insight and technical capabilities necessary to think outside the box and deliver innovative solutions configured to your lifting, environmental, and production needs. Visit us today www.readingcrane.com

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