Fixed Shaft Hoist – SKS Control Oy
In collaboration with the client, we developed a modular shaft hoist designed for theater applications. In this case, the client had already prepared a detailed multi-page technical specification, which outlined service access directions, module interfaces, dimensions, performance requirements, preferred components, and more. Since the engineering groundwork was already done in-house, Bestdan’s role focused on the actual product and structural design, as well as strength and dynamics calculations—carried out, as always, in close cooperation with the client.
Throughout the project, we maintained up-to-date strength and dynamic calculations that covered structural loads, bearing forces, acceleration and braking distances, and stresses in the most critical components. This allowed real-time evaluation of design ideas and modifications—for example, assessing whether an increased drum diameter (to gain speed) would lead to excessive braking distance or an overly wide structure.
Design development and component selection were done jointly with the client, and the entire design process was carried out at the client’s premises to ensure tight collaboration.
