Though a gantry crane is flexible in its design and does not rely on building supports and can be made to be mobile, there are some aspects that need to be considered before getting a gantry crane. Now we will tell you some tips to get the gantry crane.
Power Delivery
For bigger outdoor gantry crane systems, a cable reel is a standard option for supply it with electricity. Cable reels use a design that’s either spring-loaded or motor-driven for releasing, retrieving, and storing the conductor cable for crane equipment. They can be placed as stationary or mounted on a swivel base to enable the cable to payout in different angles and directions.
Indoor/Outdoor Use
If the gantry crane will be operating outdoors than it becomes vital to consider the right material for the crane as well as applying appropriate paint on it to protect it from the harshness of the environment. As the crane will be used outdoors, materials like stainless steel or galvanized steel are more preferred as they can stand corrosion and have much resistance towards the effect of UV exposure, saline water, humidity, and extreme temperatures.
Traffic in the vicinity
Gantry cranes are much preferred in areas where there is a lot of traffic and other moving vehicles like carts and forklifts. Larger gantry system can let forklifts in to take up materials and also allow enough space to bring inside the trucks for loading and unloading
It is essential to consider the type of equipment or personnel that will be operating nearby the gantry as it is vital to be aware of any possible obstructions that the crane can have.
Crane Speed
Gantry cranes are most suitable in situations where the speed is not a priority. Unlike bridge cranes, the load on gantry cranes is generally moved at a slower crawling speed.
Fixed Axle vs. Rotating Axle End Trucks
For using outside, it is better to go for rotating axle end trucks as they are designed to be comparatively more robust and heavy duty. They also include fewer parts, thus reducing the maintenance cost.
Gear style on the Drive
A helical or bevel gear drive is more beneficial in comparison to a worm gear drive. A helical or bevel gear drive can roll back on itself in the case it sustains an impact hence causing less pressure on the gears themselves. But on a worm gear drive, the gears can break apart in the on condition suffering an impact because they aren’t created to work in reverse.
What are the benefits of Portable Gantry Cranes?
Cranes are used throughout industry for a myriad of functions. From huge downtown projects to intricate movement within confined areas, cranes have served us over the years to move large and heavy objects in safe and efficient ways. The portable aluminum gantry is the most versatile of these cranes.
Versatility
Aluminum gantry cranes are the most innovative in the industry. The portable aluminum gantry has versatility unlike any other type of crane. With the ability to be assembled or disassembled in a matter of minutes, it can easily fit into a truck or any other type of service vehicle. Smaller aluminum gantries can even be assembled or broken down by one person.
Because of the adjustable height, these gantries can be used for multiple tasks and are easily adaptable. With 5 position height adjustments, adjustable or fixed leg widths, and extended or removable telescoping break-down legs, these gantries are highly flexible for any situation. This means that your aluminum gantry crane will not only be useful for one task but can instead be adaptable to multiple situations.
Ease of Assembly
The aluminum gantry crane requires only four steps to completely assemble and disassemble. Its ability to fold and its light weight makes it highly transportable and allows it to be taken in areas where other cranes would not be able to be transported to or fit. When not in use, it can easily be disassembled and stored compactly.
Strength
Despite their lighter weight, aluminum gantries can lift extremely heavy weights. Our aluminum gantries have a safe lifting, lowering, and suspending capability from 500 pounds to 4 tons. Considering that larger permanent cranes used in industry are expensive and not always portable, our portable aluminum gantries are a useful alternative for many applications.
Affordability
Our aluminum gantries are affordable options to other lifting methods and traditional cranes. In addition, our gantries can be easily customized depending on your needs. Our diverse line includes affordable products for a variety of applications:
- Air/pneumatic tire cranes
- All-terrain gantries
- Fixed leg frame gantries
- Portable aluminum gantries with various load capacities
- Removable leg gantries
- Stainless steel gantries
When we bought the gantry, how to maintenance the gantry crane?
Like any other mechanical system, regular maintenance and inspections are necessary when it comes to your gantry crane. Operating any overhead crane comes with its own inherent risks. Because they are designed to move heavy loads, proper maintenance and inspections ensure that they are working safely and reliably.
Dependability Equals Safety
The safety of anyone who operates or works near a gantry crane is reliant on the safety and dependability of that crane. When daily inspections take place and regular preventive maintenance is done, they will highlight what may be unsafe with the crane in order to remedy it before it becomes a hazard.
Protecting Your Investment
Your crane is a large investment. You will want to protect that investment from wear as well as potential downtime due to repairs or breakdowns. Having a regular inspection protocol is important not only for locating potential problems but ensuring the safety of operators and anyone who works in the vicinity. Inspections and regular preventive maintenance allow for the discovery of problems before they become large and create larger future issues.
Safe Equipment
Maintenance should always begin with daily inspections. These will unearth problems that will need resolution before they become hazards. Small problems caught and corrected early avoid costly and potentially dangerous situations. By establishing a daily inspection, the owner and operator can ensure that the equipment is safe for use.
Equipment Longevity
Besides safety aspects, regular inspection and maintenance ensure the longevity of your equipment. Especially dealing with lifting heavy loads, the constant lifting of varying weights can take its toll on a crane and expose everyone to dangerous conditions. When properly maintained, your crane will offer safe and reliable service as it was designed.
If you have questions about proper maintenance for your aluminum gantry crane, contact us and we would be glad to help.