Wire rope hoist cranes are a powerful type of overhead lifting equipment designed for high-load, high-cycle industrial applications. They utilize a wire rope wound around a drum for lifting and lowering loads. Compared to chain hoist cranes, wire rope hoists offer higher lifting capacity, faster speeds, and longer duty cycles, making them ideal for demanding environments such as steel plants, heavy machinery workshops, and manufacturing lines.
They are available in both single girder and double girder configurations and can be customized to fit various operating conditions.
Wire Rope Hoist: The central lifting unit that uses a drum to wind and unwind the wire rope for vertical movement.
Lifting Rope: Standard synthetic rope with optional high-strength steel wire rope for heavy-duty lifting.
Trolley: Carries the hoist and moves horizontally along the crane’s girder (available in single or double girder form).
Main Girder: The horizontal beam that supports the trolley and hoist; available in profile or box girder designs.
End Carriages: House the wheels that allow the crane to travel along the rails.
Hooks: Made according to DIN 15401 standard for secure lifting.
Control System: Operated via pendant control, remote control, or integrated smart features.
Electrical System: Includes motors, wiring, and optional smart functions like hook centering and obstacle prevention.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Lifting Capacity | Up to 50 tons |
| Lifting Height | Up to 24 meters |
| Span | Up to 30 meters |
| Crane Type | Single Girder or Double Girder |
| Girder Design | Profile Girder or Box Girder |
| Lifting Rope | Synthetic Rope (Standard), Steel Wire Rope (Optional) |
| Hoisting Motor | 2-Speed (Standard), Variable Frequency (Optional) |
| Operating Temperature | +5°C to +40°C |
| Paint Coating | 70 µm epoxy resin powder-coated anodized aluminum |
| Hook Standard | DIN 15401 |
| Trolley Type | Compatible with Single or Double Girder |
| Power Supply | Flat Cable or Drag Chain |
| Control Options | Pendant Control or Wireless Remote Control |
| Smart Features | Hook Centering, Obstacle Prevention, Auto-Follow Function |
| Environment | Suitable for Indoor and Outdoor Applications |
Robust Lifting Capacity – Ranges from 1 ton to several tens of tons, with even higher capacities available for specialized applications.
Adapted for Challenging Conditions – Operates reliably under frequent and intensive lifting tasks.
Durable Construction – Steel wire rope provides superior wear resistance, suitable for continuous long-term use.
Efficient Lifting Speed – Delivers fast operation, particularly advantageous for long lifting heights.
Flexible Customization – Design can be tailored to various rail systems and specific working environments.
| Feature | Wire Rope Hoist Crane | Chain Hoist Crane | Jib Crane | Workstation Crane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifting Capacity | Medium to Heavy (up to 80 tons) | Light to Medium (typically <5 tons) | Light (up to 2 tons) | Light (up to 2 tons) |
| Lifting Speed | Fast | Moderate | Slow to Moderate | Moderate |
| Durability | High (continuous use) | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Hoist Type | Wire rope (synthetic/steel) | Chain | Chain or manual | Chain |
| Best Application | Industrial plants, manufacturing lines | Warehouses, maintenance | Workstations, local lifting | Assembly lines, labs |
| Installation | Requires runway or gantry | Simple install | Wall/floor mounted | Modular structure |
| Customization | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
Overhead shop cranes are extensively employed in industries where secure and efficient handling of heavy materials is essential. Typical application areas include:
Steel and metal processing facilities
Equipment manufacturing workshops
Heavy machinery assembly lines
Construction and infrastructure projects
Warehousing and logistics hubs
Power generation and mining operations
Featuring versatile configurations and smart functionalities, overhead shop crane systems provide a reliable, high-performance solution for projects prioritizing safety and operational efficiency.
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