On Wed, 26 Sep 2001, John Foust wrote:
> I've got a lead on a full and working electron microscope. The console
> is 41" x 43" and weighs about 300 pounds. The column is 33" x 33" and
> weighs about 1,200 pounds. I'm most concerned about getting it *off*
> the truck and into my office or home basement. Any other thoughts from
> the group?
There are places from which you can rent forklifts, etc. One such place
is is
http://www.hertzequip.com/ (the car people). I'm sure there are
others; check your local yellow pages.
Whether or not the equipment has wheels makes a good deal of difference in
deciding what equipment you need. Also, consider the environment into
which it is going. Stairs will be *very* difficult to conquer. Also,
never underestimate the power of thresholds and very small steps, or they
will be your undoing.
--
Jeffrey S. Sharp
jss_at_subatomix.com
Received on Wed Sep 26 2001 - 08:46:46 BST