Date: 7/7/2020
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Selecting the right type of crane for your business is critical to maximizing efficiency and streamlining workflow.
SINGLE GIRDER TOP RUNNING CRANE WITH UNDERRUNNING HOIST AND TROLLEY
SINGLE GIRDER UNDERRUNNING CRANE WITH UNDERRUNNING HOIST AND TROLLEY
DOUBLE GIRDER TOP RUNNING CRANE WITH TOP RUNNING HOIST AND TROLLEY
SINGLE GIRDER: An overhead crane consisting of two end trucks, a single bridge girder
and the trolley hoist trolley unit. The trolley runs on the bottom flange of the bridge girder.
DOUBLE GIRDER: An overhead crane consisting of two end trucks, two bridge girders
and the trolley hoist trolley unit. The trolley runs on rails on top of the bridge girders.
TOP RUNNING CRANE: An overhead or gantry crane that travels on top of the runway
structure.
UNDERRUNNING CRANE: An overhead crane that travels under the runway structure,
also known as underhung or underslung.
Understanding the basics between hoists and cranes will help you better communicate with your crane builder and ensure that you order a system that best suits your application needs.
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