Schwing

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Periodic inspections according to ASME standard B30.27-2009 include complete visual inspection of all structural areas, including:

• Booms (all sections)
• Pedestal (tower)
• Outriggers
• Main column and turret
• Hydraulic cylinders, lines and tubing, holding valves
• Safety decals
• Boom rests, steps, boom guide brackets, etc.
• Pin and bearing clearances

As per ASME B30.27-2009 Standard 27-2.1.3 Periodic Inspections 27-2.1.3.1, complete inspection of the material placing boom and structural support system shall be performed by a qualified person at the intervals listed below:

• First 5 years: every 2,000 working hours, or at least once per year (whichever occurs first)
• 5 to 10 years: every 1,000 working hours, or at least once per year (whichever occurs first)
• 10 years and older: every 500 working hours, or at least once per year (whichever occurs first)