UK - A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies, is hosting a series of CM Lodestar training courses at their Leeds premises on 15-17 June. Dave Carmack, entertainment product trainer for Columbus McKinnon, will be leading the training sessions along with Adam Beaumont, sales manager for the A.C. Rigging division. Over the three-day period, A.C. will be presenting two levels of training.

The basic level course on 15 June consists of an overview of the CM Lodestar Hoists. It includes practical exercises on inspection, maintenance testing and troubleshooting CM Lodestars. The course is suitable for technicians dealing with CM Lodestar products on a regular basis and is intended to provide a more comprehensive working knowledge of the products. A.C. will supply all technical documentation, certification of the training and lunch on the day.

The advanced level course on 16 and 17 June is targeted more towards technicians and engineers responsible for maintenance, test and repair of Prostar as well as CM Lodestar products. The course consists of practical exercises on inspection, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of damaged hoists, load testing and electrical theory.

It includes particular focus on disassembly, investigation and reassembly of Prostar and CM Lodestar Model F chain hoists. A.C. will provide all technical documentation and a certification of the training. In addition, the entry fee includes lunch, overnight accommodation and an evening meal together with other attendees, providing a networking opportunity.

(Jim Evans)


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