Magnet Access and Rigging
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4 Magnet Access and Rigging
The magnet is very heavy and fragile, thus requires special consideration during delivery and
movement to its final installation point. The other components of the spectrometer system
(console, options, etc.) can typically be removed from the trucks with forklifts and are posi-
tioned in the NMR lab with a pallet jack. Specifications for these components are also in-
cluded in this chapter for planning purposes.
4.1 Considerations for Off-loading on Site
When planning for offloading the magnet and console during delivery, the following factors
must be considered:
Delivery Area
There must be sufficient space in the driveway or parking area for the overhead crane (or
forklift) and for the delivery truck. There must also be sufficient leveled area for uncrating the
magnet and other crates.
Transport Weight
The transport weight and size of the magnet system, console and their respective crates will
affect the choice of equipment required for offloading and movement of the magnet.
Loading Dock
The size and overhead clearance of the loading dock will influence the choice of forklift,
crane, or other rigging equipment required to off load the magnet and system crates.
The elevation of the loading dock relative to the laboratory will determine if a crane is re-
quired, or if an elevator is needed for the transportation of the magnet from the loading dock
to the laboratory.
The load bearing capacity of the loading dock must be sufficient for the system. Refer to the
transport weights of the magnet system, console, and accessories listed in the chapter.
If height/width restrictions require the magnet to be removed from the pallet (e.g. to pass
through a doorway), rigging equipment will be needed both on the loading dock and inside
the lab.
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