What's the best way to strap an upright to a crane ?

Conrad Hoffsommer hoffsoco at luther.edu
Tue Jan 15 12:23:28 MST 2008


Prof. Euphonious Thump wrote:
> Got one ( Ampico upright ) to get over a second story
> balcony railing.
> planning on renting sign crane. 
>      Thanks!
>      Thump
> 

I usually use two moving straps, one on each side.  Feed straps behind 
outermost backposts from outside in, continue down under piano and up 
the front. Good blankets on underside as well as the top and keybed. 
Make sure buckles are nowhere near any contact point. Slip straps on 
hook and test balance, adjust if necessary. Pray and lift...

Do NOT use old/frayed straps.

-- 
Conrad Hoffsommer - Keyboard Technician
Luther College, 700 College Dr., Decorah, Iowa 52101-1045
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