General Manufacturing Hoist & Crane Systems

When you consider the broad range of sectors that fall under the general manufacturing umbrella, it’s easy to see the importance of versatile lifting solutions. From electronics to textiles to heavy machinery, each industry requires lifting solutions that cater to unique weight capacities, load types, duty cycles and safety considerations. By investing in versatile hoisting technology, manufacturers can adapt to shifting production demands without sacrificing efficiency or safety.

Industrial hoists and cranes play a vital role in various stages of the manufacturing process. Common applications include:

• Material Handling: Moving incoming raw materials or outgoing finished products around the facility.
• Assembly Line Use: Positioning parts precisely during assembly for improved accuracy and speed.
• Equipment Use: Safely maneuvering heavy molds, tooling or other machine components into place.

Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and repair on large equipment like pumps, motors or fans.

Cranes and hoists offer the precise lifting and positioning of materials and machinery while leaving the factory floor open for production. We offer a range of crane packages, wire rope hoists and electric hoists suitable for manufacturing applications.

• Top or under-running cranes
• Single or double girder configurations
• Monorails
• Single or double leg gantry cranes
• Cranes with multiple hoists
• Cranes for hazardous environments

Push-pull workstation cranes

Automation is the future of manufacturing, and hoisting systems are no exception. Automated hoists and cranes can streamline material transfer, reduce human error and boost throughput. Automation with conveyors and robotics can be supported by automated features in overhead bridge cranes to further enhance operator speed and safety.

No two production lines are exactly the same. That's why we take a need-based approach, ensuring you get exactly what you need, no more, no less. Custom solutions can include different cranes, hoists, special features and intuitive controls to enable optimal performance for your unique manufacturing environment. You get the best price-to-performance ratio possible for your application.

Safety remains a top priority on any factory floor. Modern hoisting solutions incorporate features that help protect personnel and equipment alike, including:

• HoistMonitor® Enclave Overload Detection: Automatically stops lifting operation when loads exceed safe limits. Suspended loads can be safely lowered to the floor.
• Radio Remote Controls: Enable operators to manage lifts from a safe distance, reducing risks and improving operator safety.

Smart Controls: Improves positioning accuracy and improves safety

To meet demand, Boxabl’s unique factory needed efficient overhead crane systems to optimize its automated assembly line operations. The cranes were needed to expedite the transportation, assembly and folding of the Casita units. Their crane builder recommended the installation of three R&M 7.5-ton capacity top-running, single-girder cranes. The cranes have improved operations throughout the assembly process.

Read the case study here: Boxabl | Modular Home Fabrication | R&M Materials Handling

To keep your hoist or crane operating at peak performance, regular maintenance is essential. High-volume manufacturing plants, in particular, benefit from:

• Monitoring Apps: Tools like the OLI app track equipment usage data, helping schedule maintenance and predict component wear.
• Scheduled Inspections: Identifying potential issues before they become costly breakdowns.

Lubrication & Part Replacements: Following manufacturer guidelines for consistent performance.