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Everything you need to know about equivalent parts for cranes
As an alternative to OEM parts, Equivalent Parts are functionally similar replacements designed and manufactured by Konecranes or sourced from suppliers other than the original manufacturer. Read on to learn why equivalent parts are a good choice when buying spare parts.
Why should I buy an equivalent part over an OEM part?
Konecranes Equivalent Parts are competitively priced and backed by a Konecranes warranty. And because they are Konecranes parts – you’ll have better spare part availability in the future. You can also take advantage of quicker delivery times because we keep many of our Equivalent Parts in stock or ship from our factories.
If I have a crane made by another manufacturer – will the Konecranes equivalent part be compatible with my crane and comparable in quality to an OEM part?
Konecranes reverse engineered equivalent parts are guaranteed by the Konecranes quality process and are tested to make sure they are compatible with the equipment they are intended for.
Are Konecranes parts more expensive than OEM parts?
All reverse engineered equivalent parts are priced lower than the corresponding OEM part. Commercial parts are sourced from suppliers other than the original manufacturer utilizing Konecranes sourcing channels, so prices are typically more competitive.
Isn’t it easier to get the part directly from the OEM?
Konecranes STORE makes it easy to buy equivalent parts. You can search with the OEM ID and find a compatible equivalent with the same ID. The STORE also features photos and descriptions along with pricing and availability.
Are reverse engineered equivalent parts more difficult to install than OEM parts?
All Konecranes reverse engineered parts are designed specifically to replace the known OEM part. For example, the installation of the Konecranes designed rope guide takes around 5-10 minutes and is made even easier with a brief instructional video.
