There are various types of overhead cranes, and different ones have different uses. The one you need depends on a number of factors, such as the nature of your business. With that said, let’s discuss the different types of overhead cranes and the different ways they can be used.
Bridge Cranes
These types of cranes tend to have the largest capacity out of all the other overhead cranes out there. Bridge cranes spans between two runway beams. These cranes are available in two different designs, with one being a single-girder and the other being a double-girder crane.
Bridge cranes are used a lot within the metallurgy industry(industria de metalurgia), such as the refinement of metals, including steel and copper to name a few. Bridge cranes play a crucial role in the manufacturing process because they handle all of the metal. If you run a manufacturing business that refines steel and other metals, the chances are you can benefit greatly from using a bridge crane.
Gantry Cranes
Gantry cranes are used within many industries too, including shipyards, warehouses and the automotive industry to name a few. These cranes look very similar to bridge cranes and they function in a similar manner. The main difference is that the load is supported by the crane’s legs, which go all the way down to the ground and they feature wheels.
One of the best things about Gantry cranes(Grúas pórticos) is they are self-supporting. Furthermore, an elevated runway is not required, which is not the case with bridge cranes. Besides that, some Gantry cranes are perfect for use on hard and smoothed surfaces.
Jib Cranes
Another popular type of crane is the jib crane, which extends outwards over the area where the project is taking place. The crane is capable of moving loads under the boom and within a circular area. The hoist can either run out on the boom or it can run in the boom. There are several types of jib cranes, with a few of them being wall-mounted, column-mounted and cantilever style.
Some job cranes are capable of moving around in a circle, while others aren’t. However, job cranes typically don’t need floor space. This is because jib cranes are mounted onto an already-existing column or wall.
Single-Girder Bridge Crane
These types of cranes feature a bridge girder, as well as a hoist that runs right along the girder’s bottom flange. These cranes are beneficial because they are extremely light when compared to other types of cranes and they are more flexible than their double-girder counterparts. If you like the idea of having a double-bridge or bridge crane but you need something lighter, then consider getting a single-girder bridge crane, which are one of the more affordable cranes on the market.
Those are the various types of overhead cranes. Now you know more about them and how they are used. All you need to do now is decide which type you want and then compare as many of them as possible. Then you can buy the crane you think will work the best(trabaja lo mejor).