Uses for Overhead Cranes
Moving bulky, heavy, and cumbersome loads down the aisles and floor of a manufacturing facility can be dangerous and time consuming. By making use of the overhead space of a factory by installing an overhead crane, applications can be performed more efficiently, cost effectively, and safer. Loads can be easily lifted, lowered, and moved through the unused space to save time and energy.
Specially trained operators control the movement of the crane through a variety of control devices. When examining movement options, it is important to review the space available and the practicality of installing an overhead crane.
► Warehousing
The first industry that comes to mind when determining the need for an overhead crane is warehousing where supplies, equipment, and materials are constantly moved, positioned, and prepared. A major benefit of an overhead crane in warehousing is the movement of large items from storage to the shipping dock in a timely manner.
► Assembly
Industries that assemble large equipment require a means for lifting and moving incomplete assemblies from one location to another for completion. Forklifts, AGVs, and other forms of material handling are not adequate or safe, which makes the use of an overhead crane a necessity. Assemblies can be moved easily as a natural part of the production process.
► Transportation
The parameters that apply to warehousing are also true for transportation where heavy bulky products have to be loaded onto planes, trains and trucks. Overhead cranes can easily position large materials to be placed for transport. This can be especially true for overseas shipping where huge containers and materials have to be lowered into the holds of ships.
► Equipment Repair
When the repair of a punch press or other factory equipment is required, overhead cranes assist in facilitating the repair by gradually moving and positioning pieces for easy access. Gantry and bridge cranes can remove heavy equipment from their permanent location to a repair shop and then return them. Overhead cranes make it easier to lift machines up and over other equipment to be placed at a repair station.
Specially trained operators control the movement of the crane through a variety of control devices. When examining movement options, it is important to review the space available and the practicality of installing an overhead crane.
► Warehousing
The first industry that comes to mind when determining the need for an overhead crane is warehousing where supplies, equipment, and materials are constantly moved, positioned, and prepared. A major benefit of an overhead crane in warehousing is the movement of large items from storage to the shipping dock in a timely manner.
► Assembly
Industries that assemble large equipment require a means for lifting and moving incomplete assemblies from one location to another for completion. Forklifts, AGVs, and other forms of material handling are not adequate or safe, which makes the use of an overhead crane a necessity. Assemblies can be moved easily as a natural part of the production process.
► Transportation
The parameters that apply to warehousing are also true for transportation where heavy bulky products have to be loaded onto planes, trains and trucks. Overhead cranes can easily position large materials to be placed for transport. This can be especially true for overseas shipping where huge containers and materials have to be lowered into the holds of ships.
► Equipment Repair
When the repair of a punch press or other factory equipment is required, overhead cranes assist in facilitating the repair by gradually moving and positioning pieces for easy access. Gantry and bridge cranes can remove heavy equipment from their permanent location to a repair shop and then return them. Overhead cranes make it easier to lift machines up and over other equipment to be placed at a repair station.
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