8 Ton Winch Trolley for Scrap Metal Handling Taiwan, China

8 Ton winch Trolley Overview

We are proud to share one of our successful sales cases of an 8 ton winch trolley for scrap metal handling. This crane was designed and manufactured by our company for a client in Taiwan, China, who needed a reliable and efficient solution for their scrap metal recycling business. In this case study, we will introduce the customer and their crane needs, the crane solutions we provide, the crane advantages, the crane transport, the installation and testing process, and the crane maintenance service.

Taiwan, China Customer Crane Needs|Scrap Metal Handling Crane

The customer is a leading scrap metal recycling company in Taiwan, China, with over 20 years of experience in the industry. They collect, process and sell various types of scrap metal, such as copper, aluminium, steel, iron and brass. They have a large-scale plant with several production lines and warehouses. They needed a crane that could handle the heavy and bulky scrap metal materials efficiently and safely. They also wanted a crane that could fit in their limited space and operate smoothly under harsh conditions.

8 Ton Winch Trolley Solution

After understanding the customer’s crane needs, we recommended them our 8 ton winch trolley for scrap metal handling. The winch trolley can travel along the bridge girder and lift or lower the grab bucket by a wire rope. The grab bucket can open and close to grab or release the scrap metal materials. The crane parameters are as follows:

  • Lifting capacity: 8 ton
  • Span: 16 m
  • Lifting height: 12 m
  • Working class: A6
  • Power supply: 380V/50Hz/3Ph
  • Control mode: Pendant control or Remote Control

The features of the winch trolley overhead crane included:

  • High strength and durability: The bridge girder was made of Q235B steel with a box-type structure, which was strong and rigid. The end trucks were equipped with high-quality wheels and motors, which ensured smooth and stable movement. The winch trolley was made of Q345B steel with a welded structure, which was robust and reliable. The grab bucket was made of wear-resistant steel plates, which had a long service life.
  • High efficiency and safety: The winch trolley had a variable frequency speed control system, which allowed precise and flexible operation. The grab bucket had a large opening angle and a high closing force, which enabled fast and secure grabbing. The crane had multiple safety devices, such as an overload limiter, limit switch, emergency stop button, anti-collision device and anti-sway device, which prevented accidents and damages.
  • Customization and optimization: The crane was customized according to the customer’s specific requirements, such as the span, lifting height, power supply and control mode. The crane was also optimized according to the customer’s working environment, such as the temperature, humidity, dust and noise level.

Advantages of Winch Trolley

The customer chose our 8 ton winch trolley for scrap metal handling because of its many advantages over other cranes:

  • It can handle various types of scrap metal materials with different shapes and sizes.
  • It could work in a limited space with high efficiency and low noise.
  • It could operate under harsh conditions with low maintenance costs and long service life.
  • It could improve the productivity and profitability of the customer’s business.

Transport and Installation of the Scrap Metal Handling Crane

The delivery time of this crane was 30 days after receiving the deposit from the customer. We packed the crane parts carefully with plastic film and wooden cases to protect them from damage during transportation. We shipped the crane parts by sea to the port of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, China.

  • Assembling the bridge girder on the ground.
  • Lifting the bridge girder onto the end trucks by a mobile crane.
  • Connecting the power supply and control cables to the bridge girder.
  • Installing the winch trolley and the grab bucket on the bridge girder.
  • Adjusting the level and alignment of the bridge girder.
  • Testing the crane functions and performance.

The testing process took about 1 day and involved the following steps:

  • Checking the electrical and mechanical components of the crane.
  • Testing the lifting, travelling and grabbing functions of the crane.
  • Testing the safety devices and emergency functions of the crane.
  • Testing the load capacity and stability of the crane.

The customer was satisfied with the installation and testing results and signed the acceptance certificate.

Winch Trolley Maintenance

  • Inspecting the crane parts and components for wear and tear.
  • Lubricating the moving parts and joints of the crane.
  • Cleaning and replacing the filters and oil of the crane.
  • Repairing or replacing the damaged or faulty parts of the crane.

We also provided training services for the customer’s operators and maintenance staff, which included:

  • Teaching them how to operate and control the crane correctly and safely.
  • Teaching them how to maintain and troubleshoot the crane properly and timely.
  • Teaching them how to follow the safety rules and regulations of the crane.

We maintained a good relationship with the customers and received positive feedback from them. They said that our 8 ton winch trolley for scrap metal handling was a great asset for their business and helped them improve their work efficiency and quality. They also said that our service was professional and reliable and that they would recommend us to their friends and partners. We were glad to hear that and looked forward to more cooperation with them in the future.