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Overhead Cranes, Yuantai Crane for Better Crane Solutions 
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Yuantai Crane  provides an extensive range of overhead cranes, for light duty applications and demanding applications with processed crane designs. If the universal cranes or the general use material handling cranes can not meet your industrial  lifting requirements or application conditions,  the  customized overhead crane designed based on your actual applications and lifting requirement  or more specifically based on your  required crane specifications can be provided.  Yuantai industrial overhead cranes will be your optimal solution which will improve your efficiency and safety and benefit your business continuously.

With more than 30 years experiences in overhead crane design, manufacturing and installation.  Yuantai's material handling equipment has been installed more than 150 countries and districts, which includes but not limited to overhead bridge crane, gantry crane, light duty jib cranes and various types of overhead crane parts and components including the electric wire rope hoist and electric chain hoists, hoist trolley, open winch trolley, motor, reducer or gear box, etc,

We are the Expert on  Industrial Overhead Crane Industry Solution Since 1984.

Yuantai Crane is committed to providing the suitable crane and hoist solution for clients and building a sustainable future by fostering a collaborative spirit that creates exceptional experiences.

Main configurations and types of Overhead Crane & Bridge Cranes

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Single Girder Overhead Crane

Single Girder Overhead Crane, with box girder / H beam / I, beam monorail crane design & monorail chain hoist / rope hoist for light material handling.
Single Girder Overhead Crane with Electric Overhead Hoist Trolley - LD Series

Single Girder Overhead Crane with Electric Overhead Hoist Trolley - LD Series

Top running single girder overhead crane with overhead electric hoist trolley, ie. cd/md rope hoist, chain hoist, monorail hoist, 1 ton- 32 ton EOT crane. Contact to get overhead crane price today.

  • Lifting Capacity:1~32 ton
  • Lifting Height:as your requirement
  • Span:7.5~28.5m
  • Working Duty:A3,A4
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Single Girder Bridge Crane with European Type Low Headroom Hoist- HD Series

Single Girder Bridge Crane with European Type Low Headroom Hoist- HD Series

1 ton- 30 ton single girder overhead crane, top running design, European style low headroom hoist, new single girder eot crane, light & low headroom crane. Contact to get overhead crane rate today.

  • Lifting Capacity:1-30t
  • Lifting Height:according your requirements
  • Span:≥6m
  • Working Duty:A5
  • Ambient Temperature:-25-40℃
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Explosion-proof Single Girder Overhead Crane with Explosion Proof Hoist - LB series

Explosion-proof Single Girder Overhead Crane with Explosion Proof Hoist - LB series

Single girder overhead crane for hazardous environment, with high safety design,explosion proof, spark proof & flame proof. Get your exproof crane design and crane price today! √Overhead Crane Type:

  • Lifting Capacity:1~20 ton
  • Lifting Height:According your demands
  • Span:7.5~28.5m
  • Working Duty:A3
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Double Girder Overhead Crane

Double Girder Overhead Crane, with crane hook, grab, magnetic, tong & other below hook devices for all types of loads lifting, in steel mill & workshop,etc

Double Girder Overhead Crane with European Standard Hoist Crane Trolley- NLH series

Double Girder Overhead Crane with European Standard Hoist Crane Trolley- NLH series

European Standard double girder overhead crane & FEM standard hoist crane trolley, 5 ton to 80 ton.Low profile double girder eot crane for sale. √Overhead Crane Type: NLH, √ Capacity : 5~80 ton,

  • Lifting Capacity:5~80 ton
  • Lifting Height:custom
  • Span:≤32m
  • Working Duty:A5, A6
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Heavy Duty Overhead Crane, European Double Girder Open Winch Crane - QDX Series

Heavy Duty Overhead Crane, European Double Girder Open Winch Crane - QDX Series

Heavy duty overhead crane, European style open winch crane for workshop heavy duty material handling, to be your heavy duty shop crane. Contact us to get your customized heavy duty crane design and be

  • Lifting Capacity:5~550 ton
  • Lifting Height:as your requirement
  • Span:10.5~35.5m
  • Working Duty:A5,A6,A7
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Double Girder Overhead Crane with CD/MD Double Rail Hoist Trolley- LH Series

Double Girder Overhead Crane with CD/MD Double Rail Hoist Trolley- LH Series

Double girder overhead crane with electric hoist trolley for 5 ton - 63 ton material handling in workshop, storage,power plant, textile & food industry,etc. √Overhead Crane Type: LH, √ Capacity :

  • Lifting Capacity:5~63 ton
  • Lifting Height:
  • Span:8m~32m
  • Working Duty:A3~A5
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Underhung Overhead Crane

Underhung crane & Underslung crane is an overhead crane, mounted on workshop ceiling structure, to save floor space & crane cost, 0.25 ton to 10 ton.

Explosion-Proof Underrunning Overhead Cranes 1Ton to 10 Ton

Explosion-Proof Underrunning Overhead Cranes 1Ton to 10 Ton

Explosion-Proof Underrunning Overhead Cranes (1 to 10 Tons): Ensuring Safe, Efficient Lifting in Hazardous Environments with Custom Solutions

  • Lifting Capacity:1 to 10 Ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span:As your request
  • Working Duty:A3, A4
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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Suspension Crane:Single Girder Under Running Bridge Crane with European Style Rope Hoist 500kg -10 T

Suspension Crane:Single Girder Under Running Bridge Crane with European Style Rope Hoist 500kg -10 T

Single girder bridge crane with suspension crane design & European standard electric hoist. Your workstation overhead crane & ceiling mounted bridge crane. Get your suspension crane design & price.

  • Lifting Capacity:1~10 t
  • Lifting Height:as your requirement
  • Span:3~15m
  • Working Duty:A3,A4
  • Ambient Temperature:-25~40℃
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Underhung Crane, Chinese style Underhung Overhead Crane with CD/MD Hoist -LX Series

Underhung Crane, Chinese style Underhung Overhead Crane with CD/MD Hoist -LX Series

Single girder overhead crane with underslung crane design, cd/md wire rope hoist/ chain hoist, light duty workshop overhead crane, ceiling mounted crane. Get underslung crane design NOW! √Overhead C

  • Lifting Capacity:1~10 t
  • Lifting Height:according your requirements
  • Span:3~15m
  • Working Duty:A3
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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Tonnages & Specifications

Overhead cranes specifications1 ton -500 ton. How to select right crane specifications for your overhead crane? Check types of overheard crane specifications.

10 Ton Single Girder Overhead Crane Specifications

10 Ton Single Girder Overhead Crane Specifications

Signel girder overhead crane 10 ton specifications, main types of cranes designs, drawings & projects for your reference to get your customized 10 ton crane. Check now.

  • Lifting Capacity:10 t
  • Lifting Height:as your requirement
  • Span:7.5~31.5m
  • Working Duty:A3 -A7
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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5 Ton Overhead Crane

5 Ton Overhead Crane

5 ton overhead crane for sale, Economical single girder design & Cost-effective demag-type double girder crane.Check 5 ton overhead crane specs now.

  • Lifting Capacity:1~32 ton
  • Lifting Height:according your requirements
  • Span:7.5~28.5m
  • Working Duty: A3-A5
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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25 Ton Overhead Crane

25 Ton Overhead Crane

25 ton overhead crane for sale. Double beam bridge crane, with tailored specifications for your use. Contact us to get your custom overhead crane 25 ton.

  • Lifting Capacity:25 ton
  • Lifting Height:As your requirement
  • Span:As request
  • Working Duty: A3-A5
  • Ambient Temperature:-20-+40 ℃
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KBK Crane & Light KBK Crane System

KBK crane for sale. All types of kbk cranes with kbk track or truss girder, single girder & double girder, ceiling mounted & freestanding design for sale.

Aluminum KBK Crane Systems, Lightweighted Overhead Converyor Solution

Aluminum KBK Crane Systems, Lightweighted Overhead Converyor Solution

Aluminum KBK crane systems are flexible, lightweight, modular material handling solutions ideal for small to medium-scale industrial applications.

  • Lifting Capacity:0.5~2Ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span:As your request
  • Working Duty:A3
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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KBK Floor-Mounted Workstation Cranes for Sale 1 Ton, 2 Ton

KBK Floor-Mounted Workstation Cranes for Sale 1 Ton, 2 Ton

KBK floor-mounted workstation cranes 1 ton and 2 ton for sale, offering versatile, efficient lifting solutions for various industrial applications.

  • Lifting Capacity:1 Ton, 2 Ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span:As your request
  • Working Duty:A3
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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Double Girder 2000kg KBK Crane for Sale, Light Overhead Crane Design

Double Girder 2000kg KBK Crane for Sale, Light Overhead Crane Design

Double Girder 2000kg KBK Crane for Sale. 2 ton KBK crane features a double girder design, enhancing load capacity, stability, and flexibility for various industrial applications.

  • Lifting Capacity:1 Ton 2 ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span:As your request
  • Working Duty:A3
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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Hot Sale Overhead Cranes & Price

Overhead crane for sale price. Check 1 ton to 50 ton overhead crane pricing, customization options, & smart buying tips for 1–50 ton capacity cranes.
20 Ton Overhead Crane Price, Customized 1& 2 Girder EOT Cranes

20 Ton Overhead Crane Price, Customized 1& 2 Girder EOT Cranes

Explore price ranges and options for 20 ton overhead cranes, including custom single and double girder EOT models.Get your 20 ton overhead crane price!

  • Lifting Capacity:20 ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span: 10.5~31.5m
  • Working Duty:A5, A6
  • Ambient Temperature:-20~40℃
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10 Ton Overhead Crane Price: Practical Guide for Industrial Buyers

10 Ton Overhead Crane Price: Practical Guide for Industrial Buyers

Get latest 10 ton overhead crane for sale price! Check crane design choices & practical tips for industr gantry crane buyerto get good price gantry crane!

  • Lifting Capacity:10 ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span: 10.5~31.5m
  • Working Duty:Customized
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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5 Ton Overhead Crane Price — Real Insights for New Buyers

5 Ton Overhead Crane Price — Real Insights for New Buyers

Check 5-ton overhead crane costs, key options & how features, duty class & industry use affect final price. Get latest 5 ton overhead crane for sale price!

  • Lifting Capacity:5 ton
  • Lifting Height:As your request
  • Span:As your request
  • Working Duty:Customized
  • Ambient Temperature: -20~40℃
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Overhead Crane

Applications & Uses

Check out our case studies to see how our solutions have helped our clients achieve their goals.

What Are the Uses of Overhead Cranes?

Moving heavy and bulky materials on the factory floor can be slow, difficult, and unsafe.
Overhead cranes solve this problem by lifting and moving loads through unused overhead space.
They help improve efficiency, reduce manual labor, and increase safety.
Operators can control crane movements precisely using pendant controls, remote controls, or cabin systems.
Overhead cranes are widely used in different industries where heavy material handling is required.

Overhead cranes are widely used in warehouses for material movement.
Typical uses:
Moving goods from storage to shipping areas
Loading and unloading heavy items
Organizing inventory efficiently
Key benefit:
Faster handling and reduced labor compared to forklifts.
Overhead cranes are essential in assembly lines for handling large components.
Typical uses:
Moving parts between workstations
Handling molds and heavy components
Supporting production processes
Key benefit:
Safer and more efficient than forklifts or manual handling.
Overhead cranes are used to load and unload large goods for transport.
Typical uses:
Loading trucks, trains, and ships
Handling containers and large cargo
Stacking heavy goods
Key benefit:
Faster and safer handling of oversized loads.
Overhead cranes make it easier to repair and maintain heavy equipment.
Typical uses:
Lifting machines for repair
Moving parts to maintenance areas
Reinstalling equipment after service
Key benefit:
Safe and precise handling of heavy machinery.
Overhead cranes support production and assembly in automotive plants.
Typical uses:
Handling dies and tools
Moving vehicle components
Supporting assembly lines
Key benefit:
Improves productivity and reduces manual handling.
Shipbuilding requires handling very large and heavy materials.
Typical uses:
Lifting steel plates and sections
Assembly of ship structures
Supporting production stages
Key benefit:
Essential for large-scale and heavy-duty lifting.
Overhead cranes are used in harsh mining environments.
Typical uses:
Handling coal, ore, and minerals
Equipment maintenance
Bulk material transfer (grab cranes)
Key benefit:
Designed for heavy-duty and continuous operation.
Overhead cranes are also used in specialized industries with unique requirements.
Examples:
Food industry (hygienic design)
Semiconductor (cleanroom cranes)
Oil & gas (explosion-proof cranes)
Paper industry (precision handling of rolls)
Key benefit:
Custom-designed cranes to meet strict industry standards.
Overhead cranes are critical in steel production environments.
Typical uses:
Handling molten metal (ladle cranes)
Moving slabs, billets, and coils
Feeding production lines
Key benefit:
Designed for high temperature, heavy loads, and harsh conditions.
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Overhead crane for steel coil handling
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Overhead Crane Basics  & Overhead Crane Parts and Components 

Overhead Crane Basics and Cranes Kits
All You Want to Know

more types of overhead cranes and gantry cranes

An overhead crane is a lifting system used to move heavy materials safely inside a factory, workshop, or warehouse.
It operates above the ground, using overhead space to transport loads from one location to another.

Overhead cranes save floor space, handle heavier loads, and provide more precise movement than floor-based equipment.
They are commonly used for loading, unloading, material handling, and feeding production lines.

The main benefits of installing an overhead crane are higher efficiency and improved safety, especially in environments involving hot metal, hazardous materials, or heavy loads.

Overhead cranes move loads in three directions:
Up and down (lifting)
Left and right (trolley movement)
Forward and backward (bridge travel)
This creates a full rectangular working area.
The main components include:
Electric Hoist for lifting, eg, wire rope hoists, chain hoist,
Crab Trolley for horizontal movement, eg, crab trolley hoists, or builtup hoists
Bridge girder for spanning the workspace
Control system
Operators can control the crane using a pendant, wireless remote, or cabin, ensuring safe and accurate handling of heavy materials.
There are two main types of overhead cranes:
Single girder overhead cranes:
One main beam
Usually equipped with an underhung hoist
Cost-effective
Suitable for light to medium duty work
Double girder overhead cranes:
Two main beams
Crab Trolley hoist on top
Higher lifting capacity
Ideal for heavy-duty and frequent operations
Overhead cranes can be installed in two ways:
Top-running overhead cranes:
Run on rails mounted on top of runway beams
Suitable for higher capacity applications
Underhung bridge cranes:
Suspended from the building structure
Ideal for limited headroom or lighter loads
Selecting the right overhead crane is critical for your operation.
A properly selected crane will:
Improve efficiency
Reduce handling time
Increase safety
Lower long-term costs
Choosing the wrong crane can lead to delays, higher maintenance, and safety risks.
Always match the crane type and specifications to your actual working conditions and load requirements.

More Types of Overhead Cranes

A bridge crane (also called an overhead crane) is used to lift and move heavy loads safely and precisely.
It has a bridge that travels on elevated runway beams, allowing movement in three directions:
Up and down (lifting)
Left and right (trolley)
Forward and backward (bridge travel)
It can work with different lifting devices such as:
Hooks
Grabs
Electromagnetic lifters
Applications:
Factories and workshops
Warehouses
Steel plants
Outdoor yards (with proper design)
These refer to how the crane is installed on the runway beams.
Top running crane:
Runs on rails mounted on top of runway beams
Higher load capacity
Suitable for heavy-duty applications
Under running (underhung) crane:
Suspended from the bottom of runway beams
Lower capacity
Ideal for limited headroom and lighter loads
Choosing the right type depends on your building structure and lifting requirements.
A gantry crane is similar to a bridge crane, but it does not rely on a building structure.
It has its own supporting legs that move on rails installed on the ground.
Key advantages:
No need for building support structure
Suitable for outdoor use
Flexible installation
Applications:
Ports and shipyards
Open storage yards
Construction sites
It is ideal when installing an overhead bridge crane is not possible.
A monorail crane is a simple system with a single beam and a hoist.
It is mainly used for repetitive material movement along a fixed path.
Key features:
Straight or curved track
Simple structure
Cost-effective solution
Applications:
Assembly lines
Production workshops
Repetitive load transfer between stations
It is a good alternative to conveyors for light-duty handling.
A jib crane is designed for localized lifting within a small working area.
It has a rotating arm (jib) that can move loads within a certain angle.
Types:
Wall-mounted jib crane
Floor-mounted (pillar) jib crane
Rotation range:
180° / 270° / 360° depending on design
Capacity:
Typically from 0.5 ton to 20 ton
Ideal for:
Workstations
Machine loading
Short-distance lifting tasks
Automated cranes operate with minimal or no manual control.
Types:
Fully automated (no operator required)
Semi-automated (partial operator control)
Key benefits:
Improved safety in hazardous environments
Consistent and precise operation
Reduced human error
Applications:
Steel plants
Warehouses with repetitive handling
Dangerous or high-temperature environments
Workstation cranes are compact bridge cranes designed for light to medium duty use.
Capacity:
Usually up to 2 tons
Key features:
Lightweight and modular design
Easy to install
Improves ergonomics
Benefits:
Reduces manual lifting
Improves productivity and safety
Ideal for:
Assembly workstations
Small production areas
A grab overhead crane is designed for handling bulk materials.
It is equipped with a grab bucket such as:
Clamshell grab
Orange peel grab
Features:
Can be single or double girder
Suitable for loose materials
Applications:
Coal and mining industries
Ports and terminals
Sand, gravel, and bulk material handling
It is ideal for continuous and heavy-duty bulk handling operations.
Crane Type Structure Capacity Range Best For Key Advantages Limitations
Overhead Bridge Crane Bridge runs on elevated runway beams 1 – 500+ tons Factories, steel plants, warehouses High efficiency, full area coverage, versatile Requires building support structure
Free Standing Bridge Crane Runs on top of freestanding runway beams, 5 – 500+ tons Heavy-duty applications Indoor & Oudoor Soluiton for No Building Structure Available Extra cost for crane runway construction
Under Bridge Running Crane Suspended under runway beams 0.5 – 10 tons Light-duty, limited headroom areas or ceiling mounted structure, Space-saving, flexible installation Lower capacity, Building Ceiling Structure should be ispected.
Gantry Crane Supported by legs, runs on ground rails 1 – 500+ tons Outdoor yards, ports, construction sites No building required, flexible, outdoor use Needs ground rail installation
Monorail Crane Single beam with hoist on fixed path 0.5 – 20 tons Production lines, repetitive transport Simple, low cost, space-saving Limited movement (fixed path only)
Jib Crane Rotating arm (wall or floor mounted) 0.5 – 20 tons Workstations, machine loading Compact, flexible, easy operation Circular &Limited coverage area
Automated Crane PLC-controlled system Custom (varies) Steel mills, warehouses, hazardous areas High precision, reduced labor, safer Higher initial cost
Workstation Crane Lightweight modular bridge system Up to 2 tons Assembly lines, small work cells Ergonomic, easy installation, efficient Limited capacity
Grab Overhead Crane Bridge/gantry with grab bucket 5 – 50+ tons Bulk material handling (coal, sand, minerals) Efficient bulk handling, Unmaned or automated options Specialized use only

Main Overhead Crane Parts & Components

Main parts and components of overhead cranes double gider types
The crane bridge is the main horizontal structure of the overhead crane.
It moves along the runway beams and covers the working area.
Key features:
Made of steel beams or steel plates
Connected with end carriages
Travels along crane rails
Function:
Supports the hoist and allows movement across the workspace.
The hoisting trolley carries the hoist and moves across the bridge.
Main components include:
Motor
Brake
Gear reducer
Drum and wire rope or chain
Types:
Wire rope hoist (common for medium to heavy duty)
Electric chain hoist (light duty)
Open winch trolley (heavy-duty applications such as steel mills)
Function:
Lifts and lowers the load safely and precisely.
The driving mechanism enables crane movement.
It includes:
Motors
Gear reducers
Wheels
Brakes
Movement types:
Long travel (bridge movement along runway)
Cross travel (trolley movement across bridge)
Function:
Provides controlled and smooth crane movement.
The power supply system delivers electricity to the crane.
Main types:
Conductor bar:
Installed along the runway
Power supplied through sliding collectors
Suitable for long travel systems
Festoon system:
Cables suspended and moving with trolley
Mounted on track or beam
Common for trolley power supply
Cable reel:
Uses spring or motorized reels
Automatically extends and retracts cables
Suitable for mobile equipment
Function:
Ensures stable and continuous power supply to all crane movements.
The control system manages all crane operations.
Types of control:
Pendant control (wired)
Wireless remote control
Cabin control (operator inside crane)
Advanced option:
Automated control systems for unmanned operation
Function:
Allows precise and safe control of lifting and movement.
The crane runway is the track system on which the crane travels.
Types:
Top-running runway
Ceiling-mounted runway
Wall-mounted runway
Free-standing runway
Key considerations:
Runway length
Building structure
Load capacity
Function:
Supports crane movement and defines the working area.
Note:
Proper runway design and installation are critical for safe crane operation.

Main Specifications That Affect Overhead Crane Design & Price

Main specificaiton of overhead crane required to get a tailored overhead crane solution

Several key parameters or specificaitons directly affect crane design, configuration, and final price.
Because overhead cranes are customized equipment, clearly defining these specifications is critical for getting an accurate solution and quotation. Proper planning also ensures smooth installation and long-term performance.

Span is the distance between the runway rails.
Why it matters:
Longer span requires more steel material
Increases girder size and weight
Directly increases crane cost
Buyer tip:
Always confirm the exact building width and required coverage area.
Load capacity is the maximum weight the crane needs to lift.
Key considerations:
Maximum load weight
Type of load (steel coil, mold, bulk material, etc.)
Lifting device (hook, grab, magnet)
Important:
Heavy loads and large spans often require double girder cranes for safety and strength.
Lifting height is the distance from the floor to the hook's highest position.
Key points:
Must meet actual lifting and stacking needs
Affects hoist type and design
C dimension:
Distance between trolley and hook
Affects maximum usable lifting height
Buyer tip:
Always confirm building height and required hook travel.
Duty classification defines how frequently and intensively the crane will be used.
Key factors:
Working hours per day
Number of lifts per hour
Load percentage (light or full load)
Required speed
Why it matters:
Higher duty class = stronger components + higher cost
Buyer tip:
Do not underestimate usage frequency, as it affects crane lifespan.
The working environment has a major impact on crane design.
Conditions to consider:
High temperature (steel plants)
Dust, moisture, or corrosion
Chemicals or fumes
Outdoor vs indoor use
Special requirements:
Explosion-proof cranes for hazardous areas
Anti-corrosion coatings
Heat-resistant components
Buyer tip:
Always describe your environment clearly to avoid design mistakes.
The runway is the track system the crane travels on.
Key factors:
Runway length
Installation type (top running or underhung)
Alignment and support structure
Why it matters:
Affects crane travel speed, stability, and installation cost.
The building structure determines how the crane is installed.
New building:
Runway beams can be designed together with the structure
More efficient and cost-effective
Existing building:
May require reinforcement
Higher installation cost
Buyer tip:
Always confirm whether your structure can support the crane load.
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