Power Plants

We design hoists and cranes specifically for rugged lifting for demanding industrial sites. Our portfolio supports a wide range of power plant crane systems, including engineered overhead crane systems and wire rope hoist configurations suited for critical lifts and precise maintenance handling.

Typical applications include:

• Turbine installation and heavy-duty maintenance lifting in power generation operations
• Generator maintenance hoists for planned service intervals
• Pump maintenance, pump lifting and auxiliary equipment handling in confined or wet areas
• Hydro plant hoists where moisture, corrosion and load control are constant considerations
• General power generation material handling needs—moving spares and assemblies safely for regular inspections and upkeep

Whether you need a heavy capacity hoist for power plant pump or turbine maintenance or an integrated industrial crane system for hazardous environments, we provide rope hoists and crane packages with features to fit demanding power plant applications, ensuring long-term reliability.

Power facilities impose demands that standard industrial lifting equipment may not be designed to endure. Common challenges include:

• Heat, humidity, airborne contamination and corrosive exposure
• Tight maintenance windows where uptime is non-negotiable
• Precision positioning requirements around turbines, generators and rotating equipment
• NEC hazardous location requirements in some areas where flammable gases, vapors or liquids are or may be present

We design industrial hoists suitable for harsh environments, helping maintain lifting performance even under difficult conditions and in high-risk applications. For facilities requiring hazardous location solutions, we can provide non-sparking equipment that meets applicable NEC requirements and site safety requirements.

In critical infrastructure, safety and reliability are inseparable. We focus on lifting equipment that helps reduce operational risk while improving serviceability and lifecycle cost. Key performance features for power plant applications often include:

• Robust mechanical design for long-term durability and reduced downtime
• Controlled load handling for maintenance lifts and component alignment
• OLI (overhead lifting information) app that allows operators to access key hoist data from their iOS or Android device
• Specialized equipment for hazardous areas, including non-sparking options specific to explosion-proof hoists

Beyond equipment, service support is what keeps a crane productive year after year. We have a network of local crane service providers and builders that you can trust to help you keep your equipment performing at its best.

Power operations choose R&M when they need a rugged crane for power facility environments—without sacrificing control, maintainability or compliance. We offer special features for hazardous and extreme environments. Compared with alternatives in the power sector, R&M stands out through:

• Proven experience supporting energy facilities
• Purpose-built applications for cranes for power generation and industrial hoists for utilities
• Heavy-duty product selection for high-capacity and demanding duty classifications
• Options for specialized environments, including explosion-proof equipment requirements
• Application support that helps end users select the right hoist, trolley, controls and features