2 minMonorail SystemsMonorail systems allow exceptional versatility for in-plant handling from simple straight beams to complex curved and interlocking track...
2 minCrane DesignVery few machines exist in as wide a variety of designs as cranes. Before the crane is constructed, the manufacturer must consider the...
3 minCrane BackgroundA crane is a machine that is capable of raising and lowering heavy objects and moving them horizontally. Cranes are distinguished from...
1 minThe Purpose of Overhead CranesOverhead bridge cranes are some of the most versatile and widely employed types of cranes on the market. They can be found in warehouses...
2 minHow to Determine Travel and Lifting Speeds part 2Bridge Cranes: The length of the runway, type of load carried and operator convenience are the important factors in speed selection. For...
2 minHow to determine Travel and lifting speeds Part 1How to Determine Travel and Lifting Speeds: The speed of trolleys and cranes depends upon the length of the runway or the size of the...
2 minChoosing an Electric HoistThe conditions in which an electronic hoist must work should be considered when making a selection. It is essential that careful...
3 minWhich Type of Overhead Crane Suits Your Needs?Top Running or Under Running Cranes Dependent on the type of building, comparative costs of the basic cranes are almost identical. Costs...
2 minMechanical PrinciplesThere are three major considerations in the design of cranes. First, the crane must be able to lift the weight of the load; second, the...
2 minBasic Crane HistoryA crane, also known as a bridge crane or overhead crane, is a type of machine used for lifting. Cranes are generally equipped with a...
2 minOverhead Cranes in New BuildingsIndustrial buildings, as well as some other building types, require large clear spans and heavy loadings. It is generally conceded that a...
2 minPreventative MaintenenceWhy does Crane-Tec recommend performing a preventive maintenance service on a quarterly basis? Many crane owners have inspections...
2 minWhat Is an Overhead Bridge Crane?According to the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration, “Overhead crane” means a crane with a...
3 minOverhead Crane ClassificationDetermine the proper CMAA classification for your crane: Having been in the crane industry for more than 30 years, I have noticed that a...
2 minTop Running Overhead Crane Runway SystemsRunway Beams: Runway beams and columns for top-running bridge crane applications may be provided by the building supplier or the crane...
2 minOverhead Crane AlternativesJib Cranes and Gantry Cranes are good alternatives to an overhead crane where a small area is being covered and light loads are being...
3 minOverhead Crane TypesIn planning a crane building, and in selecting overhead cranes, it is important to consider future operations that may increase loading...
3 minOverhead Crane Service Class SelectionOverhead Crane Service Class Selection easy as 1-2-3: Selecting the correct service class for your overhead crane is usually quite...
3 minOverhead Crane TerminologyOverhead Crane Terminology Overhead CranesMove in 3 Directions: Length, the length of a building or bay. Width, the width of a building...