Overhead Crane Types
Overhead cranes can be manufactured in four common configurations and this page will outline key features of each equipment type that your company may require.
Another type of hoist and crane configuration that is similar to the ones listed above is referred to as a Gantry Crane. A gantry crane can be designed with either a single or double girder bridge; however the main difference is that the gantry girders are attached to legs on both sides of the span. The end trucks are at the bottom of the legs allowing the crane to travel directly on the ground or on a rail system that can either be laid on top of the floor or embedded in the floor. This gantry design eliminates the need for a column or overhead runway system.
There are many applications in which only a trolley hoist assembly is needed; such as a monorail system. Monorails are generally used in service areas or in applications where the load must follow a pre-determined path. The trolley hoist would mount to the bottom flange of the monorail beam just like it would mount to the single girder crane.
Other companies may only require a replacement or upgraded trolley hoist if they currently have an overhead bridge crane. Total Crane Systems can supply either a new overhead hoist system or a chain hoist depending on the application and capacity required. Visit our 2 ton overhead crane page to learn more about our low capacity crane option.
A jib crane is another great solution that could fit your company’s specific needs. The jib design is made up of a boom (cantilever) and is mounted to a column. With this design, the trolley hoist assembly can move back and forth across the boom and it can be engineered to rotate in a full 360 degree circle.
There are many applications in which only a trolley hoist assembly is needed; such as a monorail system. Monorails are generally used in service areas or in applications where the load must follow a pre-determined path. The trolley hoist would mount to the bottom flange of the monorail beam just like it would mount to the single girder crane.
Other companies may only require a replacement or upgraded trolley hoist if they currently have an overhead bridge crane. Total Crane Systems can supply either a new overhead hoist system or a chain hoist depending on the application and capacity required. Visit our 2 ton overhead crane page to learn more about our low capacity crane option.
A jib crane is another great solution that could fit your company’s specific needs. The jib design is made up of a boom (cantilever) and is mounted to a column. With this design, the trolley hoist assembly can move back and forth across the boom and it can be engineered to rotate in a full 360 degree circle.