What is a Monorail Crane?
Monorail cranes traverse a single plane on a straight path, efficiently moving lighter loads than overhead bridge cranes. They excel in assembly applications, offering easy lifting and transporting of heavy items while providing ample space for operators.
Unlike bridge and gantry cranes, monorail cranes use a trolley on a supporting I-beam for vertical and horizontal movement. Ideal for production environments needing frequent material transport, these cranes operate on a single stationary beam, providing a cost-effective solution for moderate lifting tasks.
Common uses include assembly operations, transporting materials to workstations, and processing lines like blasting, painting, or coating areas. Monorails can be utilized in spaces unsuitable for bridge cranes.
Key Features
Enhanced Customization
Monorail cranes are highly customizable, offering options such as curved tracks, multiple tracks, multiple spurs, or hangers for slopes. These cranes can be smoothly integrated into your space, whether they are ceiling-mounted or freestanding.
Cost-Efficient Solution
Monorail cranes offer a cost-effective solution due to their straightforward installation process. Their minimal maintenance requirements contribute to decreased overall expenses.
Expanded Coverage
By utilizing track splices, monorail cranes can extend coverage and move loads to multiple work areas, or even throughout your entire facility!
Monorail Crane Options
Freestanding
For facility layouts that can benefit from flexible options. Freestanding monorail cranes can be set up in cantilevered systems, H-frame systems, and T-frame systems. These variations are most often found in facilities where the building cannot support the crane, the ceiling has obstructions, a semi-permanent crane is needed, or when a custom configuration of width and length is needed.
Ceiling-mounted
For facilities in need of a permanent solution, ceiling-mounted monorail cranes are the best option. These cranes can hold larger capacities of up to 2 tons, and can have limitless spans across a facility’s entire ceiling if needed.
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