Never drop a cable reel from any height during transportation or use. When unloading from a vehicle, use either the tail-lift/elevator (if fitted) or a suitable mechanical aid such as a forklift truck. 1 During transport in an enclosed box truck or flatbed. This document provides the guidelines for handling and storage of Optical fiber cable drums. Store reels on solid ground to avoid flanges from sinking into ground, do not lay on its side. Do not use forklift to slide cable reel. - Once the fiber optic drums are delivered to the corresponding warehouse, workers should unload them in a dry environment if it rains; the unloading should be done on a roofed area. In this video you will see part of The DANBRU Crew unload a 4,400lbs Fiber Reel from our preferred Supplier General Cable - our Founder and VP even get involved!. Your success on the job often begins with how you unspool the cable.
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