Thanks 4 explaining a block & tackle, speaking beginner- level words. I appreciate you educating us about what Not to do. I will be back.
@KevincaronSculptureАй бұрын
Thank you for watching and posting.
@petertompkins96085 жыл бұрын
Kevin, I had the good fortune of spotting a patient lift ( used in hospitals ) on a government surplus auction website a few years ago and bought it for CAN $110. It's powered by a 24 volt rechargeable battery and lifts up to 450 lbs, has excellent HD castors and even has a scale on the lifting beam. I was told they cost $10k or more new but I've since seen several more sell on the same auction site for about what I paid for mine. If you can find one, grab it and I promise you won't regret it. It's perfect for an application like your's. Good luck and keep the wonderful videos coming. Cheers!
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Will keep my eyes open for one. Thanks for the tip!
@DustyC750804 жыл бұрын
Peter - wld you mind giving the brand name, and deets? Am brainstorming DIY wheelchair+human lift indoor/outdoor w/joists, pulleys, levers, etc., and guide/safety rails/poles, etc. Ideas, examples of such welcome...!
@googacct5 жыл бұрын
One thing you could add to that is a prusik loop. It is a friction knot that can hold the rope if you need to leave the load suspended. There are lots of examples on youtube on how to make one. I only recently learned about it myself.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Cool, will check it out. Thanks for the tip!
@jakethehitman-1872 жыл бұрын
First real teacher on a block and tackle I have seen thanks for the I suppose American English way to introduce this to my brain
@KevincaronSculpture2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and posting.
@RickRose8 жыл бұрын
Another way to intuit the advantage (in addition to what Mr. Dratman says below) is this: Whatever the weight being lifted, it is being held up by six lines instead of one, so each line is carrying only one-sixth the weight. The line you are holding has a single-pulley connection (1:1 ratio) to just one of those six lines, so your requirement to hold the weight is only one-sixth the weight. Hope that make sense to others--It's what makes it seem clear to me.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Math at 6:00am??!?!? Great explanation, thanks for posting.
@miciahk7 жыл бұрын
I used a Block and Tackle for 27 years in the oilfield building Bolted Columbian Steel Tanks. Sheets of steel are 5 foot wide and 8 feet tall........ Depends on its gauge as to how heavy it was. We would stand ONLY on a 2x10x8 foot scaffold board from 8 feet high up to 60 feet high NO SAFETY BELTS at all and we would pull our steel up and bolt it in place. I am very familiar with Block and Tackles....... Look up Columbian Steel Bolted Tanks and you might see what I did for a living. Some crews used Air Winches instead of manual pull ropes. They aren't as strong as my guys and I were. We could out build them any day and did.
@KevincaronSculpture7 жыл бұрын
Cool, nice to know it is stilled used in the real world!
@mikeomland83414 жыл бұрын
We use these all the time in tower rigging. Just one thing to keep in mind is your top anchor's load is multiplied by the number of strands in your "tackle". You can't make weight disapear
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and posting Mike.
@9mil8 жыл бұрын
I used a B & T to raise a heavy top rail on my pipe fence many years ago. I used a rope for the tackle & aluminum pulleys for the blocks. Made a tripod out of cedar off my place to attach the B & T for lifting. Worked well!
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Working with whats on hand and getting the job done! Awesome!
@Quigley-si9xj8 жыл бұрын
Sometimes old school is just fine. The basic mechanical advantage of a block and tackle, approximately 3 to 1 in your case, is a great back saver. When I was 20, or even 30, I would not have hesitated to try lifting that up on the table by myself. Now that I am somewhat older, and hopefully wiser (and one back surgery smarter??), I always try to find ways to minimize the impact on my body. Keeps me feeling better by the end of the day. BTW, I have started watching your channel, and couple others, since I just ordered by first TIG welder; Lincoln Square Wave 200. Trying to get educated.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and welcome to the club!
@danburch99898 жыл бұрын
Actually, his is either 5:1 or 6:1. I couldn't see the configuration of the fixed block at the ceiling too well. But in any case, it sure is better than anything else and they haven't improved on it since Egyptian times. I just bought myself a MIG welder for my birthday. I'm learning, too. I envy Kevin's welding and artistic ability. I've got a long way to go myself.
@scottcarr32648 жыл бұрын
I think it is a 6:1 as you add up all the sheaves up three at the top and three at the bottom.
@bengunn36984 жыл бұрын
@Quigley----M.A.is 6to1,count the ropes on the MOVING PULLEY.
@spamboli7 жыл бұрын
force vs distance. a lever or pulley trades increased distance at the user end for a reduction in required force.
@grimjim1002 жыл бұрын
Ancient pre-Egyptian civilisations were using this!
@yeanurrahman21042 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to lift a 100lb weight 30 feet up into the air with a B&T pulley attached to the corner of a roof? Please let me know...
@KevincaronSculpture2 жыл бұрын
As long has you have enough rope to reach should be no problem!
@ScorpionRegent5 жыл бұрын
Yes the more shivs you have the longer the rope, the more pulling needed to lift, but the lifting is so much easier. The one thing you didn't mention was a tie off point for the end of the rope when you have something lifted and stationary, but need both hands. So what do you tie off to? It has to be something solid and immovable. Making sure what your lifting is centered is a lot easier with a sling, such as a chain or a heavy strap, to spread the load.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
All good points! Thanks for watching and posting!
@ScorpionRegent5 жыл бұрын
@@KevincaronSculpture- Thanks for making something worth watching.
@Fireship18 жыл бұрын
That's some magnet. I'd hate to trap a finger under it! Your shop is amazing Kevin. I'd be a kid in a candy store hanging around there!
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
It's strong enough to take a finger I believe! Been collecting tools for 10 years or so. And some came with the building.
@STANDUP4SURVIVAL4 жыл бұрын
But does it make coffee. Haha! Love old school tech cheers from Florida.
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Nope, that is the attachment on the milling machine!
@adorabledeplorble8497 Жыл бұрын
I just love this video, helpful, humorous, real 💪
@KevincaronSculpture Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@davidkapral36025 жыл бұрын
I will be picking up 4x6 wooden knee braces and then positioning them for installation at a 45 degree angle to the posts (on the deck) before final assembly to post and beam. The pulley system looks like it will assist in this effort especially since the final assembly is about 7-8' up in the air. Any suggestions would be appreciated. . The weight isn't the issue so much as is getting the braces positioned and pulled in tight for bolting. Thank you
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Just plan it out in your head first. Make sure everything is tight and safe as you start to lift. Would need a lot more info to give you any pointers.
@caronp98864 жыл бұрын
Weird question but I was hoping you or someone reading this post, might have an answer. My late husband built a leverage system to flip a trailer completely over after he built it. He called it by a certain name but I cannot remember the name. I’ve searched online and can’t find it either. It was definitely old school. I’m sure he learned the technique from either his Father or other old timers that he was friends with. Any help appreciated. My grandson saw the contraption but he was much younger, and I’d like to find the name so that perhaps he can learn more about it. Thanks for any help.
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, but going to need a lot more information on this one. The only thing I can think of is a Rotisserie. A photo would help a lot!
@dharris1924 жыл бұрын
Rotator, turn table?????
@caronp98864 жыл бұрын
David 192 that’s not the name I remember but thanks for trying. I will post when I find it. 👍🏻✌🏻
@Neighbour_Al8 жыл бұрын
You learn running gear in Coast Guard boot camp :) Knots and splicing too. I've been using what they taught me ever since. P.S. Straddling two joists with steel and attaching your lifting gear to that simplifies installation w/o compromising safety. I have a chain hoist for my diesel generator.
@brentbarnhart58273 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed watching Kevin, and I don't mean to be a "contrarian." Why don't you use a Chain hoist, so that you don't have to HOLD your load by hand during suspension? So much easier I think than your rope block and tackle. Other feel free to comment on this..... but curious.
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and posting Brent. The reason I use a rope block and tackle here is because I wanted something that moves quickly. Just need to get it off the bench to the floor is really all I use this for. And with the rope run overhead it's not in my way unless I am using it. And just wanted to show how the block and tackle work as well.
@brentbarnhart58273 жыл бұрын
@@KevincaronSculpture a lot of time it is just "what we have." And I certainly get that.... I don't have any rope blocks, but I have several chain blocks. Like you, it just so happens to be what I have...... but watching you lift with it seemed somewhat akward because you have to HOLD that load while trying both to manipulate it and move it over...... but honestly, it wasn't that big of a deal, for how little or occasional you use it there is no sense to "go buy" a chain block and tackle. Plus it would also not be a good way to explain "leverage" because you can't see all the inner working gears, etc. as well. Your lift is PERFECT for the lesson that you were teaching. And just like you I always think Sheave, or Pulley? But you are correct, I believe it is a sheave but kind of interchangeable really in some ways. Hey... I think I might subscribe. (and I don't do that.....) but you look like an interesting guy. Let me see what you are up to...... can always learn more. (I'm an engineer) but I learn every single day from everybody.
@TinManKustoms8 жыл бұрын
hey kevin another way to set up a anchor point is to get a steel I beam and 2 metal post. you can get them roller thingy that go on the I beam and then you can put your block and tackle on that. this way once the load is up in the air you can roll it over to where you need it.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Need to work on that.. Been looking for an I beam to use...
@TinManKustoms8 жыл бұрын
+Kevin Caron, Artist or a chunk of railroad track would work also
@TinManKustoms8 жыл бұрын
+TinManKustoms Railroad track also work great as mini anvil to shape metal.
@YaearBen3 жыл бұрын
What's the magnet thing that lifts the beam so easily, and how do you take it off?
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Permanent lifting magnet and it has a cam release on one end. Rated to 1000lbs!
@horacerumpole69126 жыл бұрын
What is the span of the double 2x6, and how are the ends placed & secured?
@KevincaronSculpture6 жыл бұрын
20 feet and on top of the headers with anchors.
@AliciaMarkoe3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🦋
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome
@auspicious1137 жыл бұрын
put a second one in the other side of the bench to move your loads side ways, great video i am impressed
@KevincaronSculpture7 жыл бұрын
Now why didn't I think of that?!?!? thanks for the tip!
@billm61717 жыл бұрын
what about the magnet, can you expand on that a little for me. thanks
@jenniferdecker88254 жыл бұрын
Looks like you'd appreciate a overhead monorail and a manual trolley. The side pulling/ pushing could stop and save ya some strain.
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
I so want to install one but just have not gotten around to it.
@Echo_5_Charlie2 жыл бұрын
Nothing beats a block and tackle. Even the cranes use them, for those that might say "a crane could do it better" 😂
@KevincaronSculpture Жыл бұрын
I wish my block and tackle were that big!!
@RalphDratman8 жыл бұрын
If you just had one fixed pulley on the ceiling, with the rope running up from your hand and then down and attached to the load, you would get no mechanical advantage: for every foot of rope you pull downward, the load would rise one foot. But if you add one pulley at the bottom end, with the end of the rope now anchored to the ceiling, the rope has to be pulled two feet down for every one foot the load rises. Likewise only half the force is needed to pull up an equal load. Using three pulleys at the top and three at the bottom means you have to pull the rope down six feet for every foot the load rises. But then the force you have to exert downward is just one sixth of the weight of the load. One other point: I prefer to use chain rather than rope for lifting anything off the ground. Chain is longer-lasting and, used within its load rating, safer.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Much easier to understand then my rambling! Thank you for posting...
@horacerumpole69126 жыл бұрын
You would have the physical advantage of using your body weight to pull downward on the line.
@pidgeiam49798 жыл бұрын
Cool video and cool little mechanism you've got there. In the topic of weight, an idea I had for a video...if you've got the time, do a video of different weights of steel. For example 2" square that has a wall thickness of 3/16" and is X long. How much would it weigh. Perhaps the same with beams and flat bar etc. just a thought. Keep up the nice art and cool vids. I enjoy em. -Pidge
@dougankrum33288 жыл бұрын
Most steel and metal suppliers have plenty of charts available for free, with the sizes and weight/s....
@scottybabb62973 жыл бұрын
Is it hard to trust the magnet? Can you test it?
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Because it is a permanent magnet you can feel free the grip right off the bat. No problem trusting how this sucker grabs!
@CharlesStruble8 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys. Many years ago, when I was a Correctional Officer, the word "shiv" had a different meaning...
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Been watching "orange is the new black" ,,, Understand totally!
@danburch99898 жыл бұрын
"Sheave" is the pulley used in a block and tackle system. "Shiv" is used in a cell block after you tackle your adversary.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I have a speech impediment.
@danburch99898 жыл бұрын
No apology necessary. My comedy routine needs lots of work.
@kolloduke33413 жыл бұрын
Thanks man thats exactly the kind of vid i needed .
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@peterellis42623 жыл бұрын
sheaves with a long E :) Shivs are a different thing altogether....
@pauls57453 жыл бұрын
nice if you have a hoist. how about if you have no overhead support?
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Let me think on this one. Sounds like a cool video!
@pauls57453 жыл бұрын
@@KevincaronSculpture sure. we encounter all sorts of situations in the shop. One time we only had the use of 2 employees' roller jacks to lift a long 4" hollow square beam, and had some really long rebar, maybe 4 pieces 6ft , we tied the ends, ran 2 pieces about 4ft in to each end with enough hanging out to rest on the jack. We got enough height to get a pallet under it haha thanks for the videos!
@johnryan41043 жыл бұрын
Nice video you should be in a western movie very natural and enjoyed
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks, I will keep that in mind!
@RJMachine625 жыл бұрын
Kevin, did you do the insulation for your shop ceiling yourself? When I was researching insulation kits for established buildings I saw different kits but weren't real sure how good they were.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Nope, just wrote the check. I have a thing about ladders.
@divineangel6063 жыл бұрын
Amazing video sir!
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@gregbrooks95465 жыл бұрын
Kevin, This is just what I need. I am trying to move and relocate a 700lb small short safe that is about 32" tall and about 30" wide with 1 1/2" plate steel so it is not like a big gun safe. Do you think one of these would do it if I wrapped a log chain around both directions. If so what is the best brand name of a block and tackle so I don't have to worry about it breaking.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Block and Tackle are all about lift capacity. Mine are all rated in tonnage. i don't' know of any brand name to look for but i can tell you that if you find a set at an antique store you should buy it!
@lalchandra28645 жыл бұрын
house lift modyfic
@gregbrooks95465 жыл бұрын
Is this a name brand block and tackle
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Nope, just picked it up on EBay.
@gregbrooks95465 жыл бұрын
Can you send me the link of the triple block and tackle you bought on ebay. Looks like a good one. Thumbs up on this one
@aningshimrah65415 жыл бұрын
I'm going to build a house on the top of the mountain, and I'm planning to bring out stone from the down it's deep down, vehicle can't go inside. So can you show me any machine to bring out big stone from 700 meter distance.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
You are talking about a whole different set of tools and machines now! The block and tackle will work but you need rollers to move the stones on. Think large diameter , heavy wall pipe to use as rollers. Now you just have to get the stone on the rollers! Good luck!
@aningshimrah65415 жыл бұрын
Kevin Caron, Artist thank you so much for replying me back, it's awesome idea, I'll just so your video today, you are great awesome man, I'll have subscribe looking forward to get more knowledge from you . from India.
@bperrymd4 жыл бұрын
The easiest way to raise logs in a log house build is to make a tripod out of long poles lashed together at the top. This allows for easy movement of the tripod from wall to wall. Put one pole on one side of the wall and two legs on the other side. hang a block and tackle from the top of the poles. This makes it easy to raise even large logs. I recently saw a Building off the Grid episode in which logs were raised up a skid by a group of strong men. This is unnecessary as two ordinary people can manipulate the above system to raise the logs. Barbara Perry
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and posting Barbara!
@stephenrothman60585 жыл бұрын
Can you suggest a brand and model block and tackle?
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Not really, I just look for one that has the capacity that I need and get the next bigger size.
@trex2836 жыл бұрын
can you please recommend a good block and tackle product. There is so much junk out there. Thanks.
@KevincaronSculpture6 жыл бұрын
Haven't found a really good set in a long time. Maybe check out some of the antique stores in your area to see if you can find a set. All I find now is cheap stuff that doesn't work as well as it should.
@gregbrooks95465 жыл бұрын
Kevin, Do you prefer the block and tackle over a chain hoist. I work alone most of the time and do not own any of these yet. I am trying to lift a 700 lb. small short safe on to my truck. It has 1 1/2" thick solid steel so it is heavy. My garage rafters are open to the attic and 2x6's on 24' centers. I was going to lay a 10' long 4x4 across them which will rest on about 5 of them and mount the block and tackle in the center of the 4x4. Do you think this will be strong enough spanning 5 of the 2x6 rafters without breaking them. This is all I got right now so stop laughing LOL
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
You should use 2 4x4 instead of 1. Side by side should be plenty of strength for what you are lifting. Just pick it up a few inches and hold it there. Check your rafters for bowing and go from there. I like the block and tackle over the chain fall because I can get farther away from what I am lifting. Just in case!
@gregbrooks95465 жыл бұрын
Kevin, You've been a super help. I have to bolt some kind of shackle or D-Ring into the 4x4 so if I put them side by side it will only be going into one 4x4. Would you still do two 4x4's side by side.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Nope, wrap a chain around the beams and get to work. Drilling a hole will weaken the beam.
@theprojectchannel99538 жыл бұрын
why didn't you attach the block and tackle to a rail?
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Need to make up one. Great idea!
@JP-tg6lr6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!
@KevincaronSculpture6 жыл бұрын
I get tired of hurting myself picking things up. Had to come up with easier ways to work. Thanks for watching.
@bigray28593 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@stevenyates7158 жыл бұрын
'I' beam with monkey rollers, gives you more movement, saves all the pushing and tugging ;)
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Need to look in to a jib crane for this part of the shop.. Think it would help a lot!
@davidclayton65215 жыл бұрын
@@KevincaronSculpture Rolling Gantry with trolly may be an option to
@bperrymd4 жыл бұрын
My three pole block and tackle is easy to manipulate for two people to operate it worked well in1976 for .my husband and I to build a barn
@g.r.48535 жыл бұрын
My B&T is on a heavy duty garage door track, moves about 10 feet.
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Now that is a great idea!! Have to look around the shop and see how that would work for me.
@googacct5 жыл бұрын
@@KevincaronSculpture You could also look for strut channel(also called unistrut) and a strut channel trolley.
@umoh07 жыл бұрын
How do you remove 1000lb steel object from the attic.
@KevincaronSculpture7 жыл бұрын
Carefully! Don't know what you are dealing with so hard to offer advice.
@melgross6 жыл бұрын
Cut a hole in the attic floor around the object. It will come down all by itself.
@scottcarr32648 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, They are called sheaves, (pronounced sheevs) By the look of your tackle you have a 6:1 advantage.
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott.
@chriscameron46185 жыл бұрын
3:1 it is
@ameenghuloom13468 жыл бұрын
I Love the way you act in the end of the videos. thanks
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Just laughing at myself!!
@keeganburckhard26424 жыл бұрын
this is gold
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and posting!
@WickBeavers3 жыл бұрын
it'd be a lot cooler if the top eyebolt was on a track so you could move the load without penduluming it.
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
Yes it would! But I don't think the roof will handle that much load. Maybe in the next building.
@1OlBull8 жыл бұрын
Can you use that to pick up a phone booth? Oops, now you gotta explain what a phone booth is...
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Kind of like the cone of silence but square.
@thebrokenbone8 жыл бұрын
hey don`t get smart ! :D:D
@thebrokenbone8 жыл бұрын
dang i deleted or double posted don`t know haha. great advice kevin you have to watch the rope for nicks from time to time and also get the right rope (strength rating) for the thing. love unconventional power tools take care pete
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Will keep an eye on the rope for sure!
@CastilloDelDiablo5 жыл бұрын
They are called pulleys, shivs are what you get stuck with in prison. This will explain the etymology en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Block_and_tackle
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
I knew I was screwing along the way.
@Y10Q7 жыл бұрын
I don't think you can lift 140lbs. Just saying. Maybe once upon a time you could lift 200lbs, but you have used that block and tackle for too long you are struggling with 23lb force
@KevincaronSculpture7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, you are probably right, damn gray hair!
@jrpefx4 жыл бұрын
Another name is Block and Falls. Another note stay out from under the load. Take care.
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Forgot that one. And always stay clear!
@keeganburckhard26424 жыл бұрын
I need a good beam
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Nothing like a good stiff beam in the morning!
@MrGurushit5 жыл бұрын
“Shivr’ Me Timbers”!
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
And scratch me barnacles!
@auspicious1137 жыл бұрын
all good kevin just thought about trapeze artist
@KevincaronSculpture7 жыл бұрын
Funny, I was thinking about Goofy from Disney!
@mynextketchfrontier63513 жыл бұрын
Well heck where can I get them shackles trio ? Can rip them off a sail boat..lol
@KevincaronSculpture3 жыл бұрын
I found these online.
@johnrutledge18034 жыл бұрын
I miss my gramp.
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
You must have had a great one. Mine were not around at all.
@lappap42625 жыл бұрын
You are a funny man, i like you...
@KevincaronSculpture5 жыл бұрын
Wasn't what I was going for but thanks!
@ScoutPL8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Studley. Bahahaha
@KevincaronSculpture8 жыл бұрын
Damn,,, Someone noticed!!!!
@proraze36 жыл бұрын
I can lift a 100 pound dumbbell with out curling it
@KevincaronSculpture6 жыл бұрын
Good for you. I am still recovering from shoulder surgery so nothing over 10 pounds in my right hand.
@proraze36 жыл бұрын
I have had broken collar bone and a broken toe so therfore I grab the top near the handle I can curl up to 35 pounds since recovering without 2 hands.
@johngalt92628 жыл бұрын
work smarter, not harder!
@admiralpercy8 жыл бұрын
You're a beautiful man.
@johnrutledge18034 жыл бұрын
Are your children in college and your wife makin a sandwich ?
@KevincaronSculpture4 жыл бұрын
Childless by choice and the wife is running the camera.
@billm61717 жыл бұрын
what about the magnet, can you expand on that a little for me. thanks
@johnsellers29994 жыл бұрын
Bill M my thoughts also. That magnet scary to me. Would be watching my feet the whole time