Maintenance of ropeway
We offer comprehensive ropeway revision and maintenance services, carried out by experienced personnel and equipped service vehicles. Our team brings years of industry expertise, ensuring timely, safe, and regulation-compliant interventions to maximize the reliability and lifespan of your systems.
Assesment
Ensuring safety, reliability, and performance for every ride — with certified expertise and fast, on-site intervention.
Comprehensive maintenance solutions
At Graffer, maintenance is more than a service — it’s a commitment to extending the life and ensuring the continuous performance of ropeway systems. Whether it’s a ski lift, chairlift, funicular, or cable car, our technicians provide planned and reactive maintenance designed to reduce downtime, avoid costly repairs, and ensure full compliance with safety regulations.
Our maintenance plans are fully customizable and can include
Daily/weekly/monthly safety inspections
Mechanical and electrical system diagnostics
Functional testing of brakes, motors, and drive systems
Periodic visual and magnetic rope inspections
Lubrication and calibration of moving components
Winter and summer seasonal system checks
Every intervention is documented and aligned with the operational log, creating a clear maintenance history for your installation.
On-site technical revisions (general & special)
Graffer offers full-scope general and special revision services for ropeway systems of all sizes — directly on-site. Our revision procedures are aligned with the regulatory framework set by D.M. 203/2015 and Reg. EU 2016/424, ensuring each system is safe and approved for continued operation.
Our on-site revision service includes
Visual and non-destructive testing (NDT) of towers, supports, and structures
Magnetic rope inspections and wear evaluations
Hydraulic and mechanical component disassembly and inspection
Cleaning, reassembly, and recalibration of key subsystems
Functional testing under load and speed conditions
Certification reports prepared for inspection authorities
Whether it’s a scheduled 5-year or 20-year revision or a pre-seasonal check, our mobile teams bring everything necessary to the site — tools, lifting equipment, testing instruments, and replacement parts.
Rapid emergency intervention service
Unexpected breakdowns can severely impact your operations, especially during peak season. That’s why Graffer offers a dedicated rapid intervention service — with expert technicians and fully equipped service vehicles ready to respond at short notice.
When a ropeway system fails or displays an alarm state, we can quickly
Diagnose mechanical or electrical faults
Restore drive systems, motor start-ups, and brakes
Replace defective sensors or malfunctioning grips
Reroute electrical controls or restart automation logic
Re-align ropes or reset tensioning units
Our intervention teams are trained to act fast in high-altitude and severe weather conditions, minimizing service downtime and ensuring safe restoration.
Supply & Installation of spare parts
Graffer ensures long-term operability of your installation by offering a complete spare parts supply service, compatible with both Graffer-built systems and other manufacturers. We stock and produce a wide range of certified components to reduce lead times and ensure continuity.
Available spare parts include
Grips, rollers, and sheaves
Brake pads and disc systems
Tensioning devices and hydraulic units
Electrical boards and programmable controllers
Wire ropes and anchoring components
Carrier parts: seats, arms, footrests, safety bars
We also offer scheduled replenishment, helping clients maintain a strategic inventory of critical components on-site to avoid delays during emergencies.
Technical training & Remote assistance
Our maintenance support doesn’t end on-site. Graffer provides custom training for your technical staff, empowering them to manage first-level troubleshooting and routine maintenance with confidence.
We also offer remote assistance for diagnostics and minor resets, including
Real-time monitoring through PLC systems
Walkthroughs for error resolution
Advice on safe restart procedures
Scheduled remote performance audits
All of this ensures that your in-house team can act quickly, reducing the need for outside intervention in low-risk scenarios.
Conclusion
Regular maintenance is not just a regulatory requirement — it’s the key to safety, system longevity, and operational excellence.
With over 2,000 installations serviced and decades of ropeway expertise, Graffer is the trusted partner for ski resorts, tourism facilities, and industrial clients alike.
We’ll bring your ropeway project to life,
smartly, and sustainably.
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