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Lifting a Lathe
- slinging methods suggested by various manufacturers -

Lifting a Milling Machine or Radial-arm Drill

Advice on Moving a Machine

The one thing to avoid is letting ropes, chains or strops press against the leadscrew and powershaft that run along the front of the bed - bending these will cause either very expensive or even irreparable damage. Take time and trouble to prevent this happening - as shown in some of the illustrations below.
If you have the slightest doubt about moving a machine tool. it pays to have the job done professionally.


Lifting a Lathe
- methods suggested by various manufacturers -

Advice on Moving a Machine

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