5 Ton Hoist&Metallurgical Electric Hoist Overview
The crane we provided is a Single Girder Overhead Crane with a 5 ton metallurgical electric hoist. The hoist is specially designed for high-temperature and high-dust environments, such as steel plants, foundries, smelters, etc. The hoist has the following features:
- The motor is equipped with a cooling fan and a thermal protection device to prevent overheating and damage.
- The reducer is sealed and lubricated with special oil to prevent dust and water from entering.
- The wire rope is made of heat-resistant material and has a long service life.
- The hook is forged with high-strength alloy steel and has a safety latch to prevent accidental dropping of the load.
- The electrical components are protected by an IP54 enclosure and have a short-circuit and overload protection function.
- The hoist has a limit switch and an emergency stop button to ensure safe operation.
Brazil Customer Crane Needs|Steel Plant Crane
The customer is a steel plant in Brazil that produces various types of steel products, such as bars, rods, wires, pipes, etc. They have a large workshop with several production lines and need to transport raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products between different processes. They also need to lift and move heavy equipment and tools for maintenance and repair.
The customer had some old cranes that were outdated and inefficient. They often broke down and caused delays and accidents. The customer wanted to replace them with new cranes that could meet their production needs and improve their working conditions. They contacted us and asked for our professional advice.
5 Ton Hoist&Metallurgical Electric Hoist Solution
After understanding the customer’s crane needs, we recommended our 5 ton metallurgical electric hoist. We customized the crane according to their workshop size, lifting height, span, power supply, etc. The crane parameters are as follows:
- Lifting capacity: 5 ton
- Lifting height: 12 m
- Span: 16 m
- Working class: M6
- Power supply: 380V/50Hz/3Ph
- Control mode: pendant control or Remote Control
The customer was satisfied with the price and agreed to place the order.
Advantages of 5 Ton Metallurgical Electric Hoist
The crane has many advantages that make it suitable for the customer’s steel plant. Some of them are:
- High efficiency: The hoist can lift and move loads quickly and smoothly, saving time and energy.
- High safety: The hoist has multiple safety devices and functions to prevent accidents and injuries.
- High durability: The hoist can withstand high temperatures and dust, reducing wear and tear and maintenance costs.
- High adaptability: The crane can be used for various lifting tasks in different areas of the workshop.
- High quality: The crane is made of high-quality materials and components, ensuring its performance and service life.
Transport and Installation of the Steel Plant Crane
We arranged the transport of the crane by sea. It took about 20 days for the crane to arrive at the customer’s port. The installation process was as follows:
- Unpacking the crane parts and checking their condition.
- Assembling the main beam, end beams, rails, etc.
- Installing the hoist on the main beam and connecting the wires.
- Lifting the crane onto the rails and fixing it with bolts.
- Connecting the power supply and testing the electrical system.
- Testing the crane functions and performance with no load and full load.
The customer was very impressed by our professional service and skills. They said that the crane was easy to operate and worked well.
Electric Hoist Maintenance
To ensure the long-term use of the crane, we provided the customer with some maintenance tips:
- Check the hoist regularly for any abnormal noise, vibration, or leakage.
- Lubricate the moving parts of the hoist according to the manual.
- Replace the worn or damaged parts of the hoist in time.
- Clean the dust and dirt from the hoist surface after each use.
- Avoid overloading or overheating the hoist.
- Follow the safety rules when operating the hoist.
We also offered them technical support for the crane. If they had any problem or question about the crane, they could contact us anytime.