What is a gantry crane? A gantry crane is a type of overhead travelling crane that is supported by freestanding legs that travel on wheels or along a track or rail system. When overhead bridge crane is impracticable, gantry cranes are frequently considered.
Gantry cranes are commonly employed in outdoor applications or as a supplement to an existing bridge traveling crane system. A gantry crane, unlike a bridge crane, does not require permanent runway beams and support columns because it is not attached to the building’s support structure. When compared to a comparably specified bridge crane, this can result in considerable material cost savings and be a more cost-effective alternative.
Larger gantry crane systems may run on a ground rail or track, usually in a straight line in a specialized work area. Smaller Portable Gantry Cranes has a access to anywhere in your facility on castors or wheels for maintenance or small fabrication operations.
