Free Standing Enclosed Rail Workstation Crane
Economical way of manually manipulating loads of up to 2 ton.
3 times easier to move than standard I-Beam Crane System
Lightweight, Modular Design
Features:
- Spans limited to 34 ft.
- Maximum capacity 2 ton.
- Runway lengths limited to 124 ft.
- Most systems do not require foundations.
- Both the steel and aluminum work station crane systems utilize enclosed track that is high in strength and low in weight.
- Enclosed track design prevents dust and other airborne contaminants from collecting on the runway and reduces wear on the trolley wheels.
- Low profile steel track is ideal for installation where headroom is a problem.
- Shortened end truck design allows for better end approach.
- Smooth running surface means reduced rolling resistance.
- Multiple bridges can be added to runway systems for increased production.
- Modular design makes it easy to expand or relocate as job requirements change.
- Cantilevered runway designs extend the runways past the end columns allowing the crane to pass through and beyond the final set of columns on one or both ends.
- Enclosed rail cranes are usually push type. Motorized tractor drives that electrically power the bridge and trolley are also available; however, in many cases standard I beam style systems prove to be more economical for such applications.
- Stainless steel systems are available up to 500 lb capacity. (Click here for information on larger capacities, which are available in standard systems.)
- Equipment designed and manufactured per AISC specifications.
Applications Include
- Production areas
- Assembly
- Machining
- Loading docks
- Palletizing
- Equipment maintenance
- Service bays
Design Details
The strong yet light weight enclosed rail design enables thee push type cranes to be up to three times easier to move than standard bridge cranes. Consistent ease of operation over the full range of movement makes them outstanding as workstation cranes for lighter loads in manufacturing and warehouse applications and anywhere ergonomic, controlled and fast material transfer is important.
Free standing enclosed rail crane runway systems are pre-engineered for quick shipping in 5-10 business days. Complete drawings are supplied with each system. Ceiling mounted workstation bridge crane systems are delivered complete with all mounting and connection hardware. The crane systems are labeled with easy installation instructions for on-site bolt together assembly. Six inches of reinforced concrete floor is enough to bolt the supporting steel columns to. Spans of these systems are limited to 34 feet or shorter and typically have column spacing of 20, 25 ft 30 ft. These systems are commonly used with an electric chain hoist, air hoist, air balancer or vacuum lifter.
Cranes
Most enclosed rail workstation crane systems are equipped with push/pull bridge cranes. Some applications may require motor driven bridge or trolleys. These cranes are available with optional electric or air powered tractor drives. These tractor derives can easily be added to existing bridge cranes and trolleys. When considering motorized cranes, standard I beam cranes are often more economical.
CraneWerks Manufacturer and Supplier
CraneWerks manufactures an original line of industrial crane systems and supplies systems, parts and service for other makes of free standing enclosed rail systems including Gorbel, Kundel and Spanco. We work with our dealers on crane systems and components that best fit their application and needs.
Gorbel Free Standing Workstation Cranes
Gorbel systems are available in steel, aluminum and stainless steel. Gorbel enclosed track workstation cranes are among the most versatile to apply and easy to install.
Gorbel cranes feature:
- Trussed Steel Track used for longer spans up to 30 feet which allows more flexibility in crane layout.
- Aluminum Track used where lower bridge weight and easier movement are required. Runway spans up to 20 feet.
SPANCO Free Standing Workstation Cranes
SPANCO is a leading crane manufacturer of enclosed track ceiling mounted workstation bridge cranes. All SPANCO workstation bridge cranes meet design requirements for installation and use in seismic zone 4 (assuming that the building structure from which it is hung also meets the same requirements), classified by the Uniform Building Code as the worst earthquake prone areas in North America.
Spanco cranes feature:
- Telescoping bridges provide extended reach to areas beyond a column or under mezzanines, shelving or a neighboring workstation.
- Cantilevered bridges allow coverage of a wider area. One or both ends of the crane bridge can be cantilevered beyond the standard 12 inch overhang.
Kundel Free Standing Workstation Cranes
Kundel makes custom, economical crane systems.
Kundel cranes feature:
- Internal electrical bar.
- Conductor bar is installed inside the runway bridge track
- Collectors are built into the trolleys and end trucks
- Raised bridge ends for low headroom applications.
- Beam hangars and wall hangars to create an obstruction free workstation by utilizing pre-existing structures in a facility.
- Cantilever posts with built in leveling adjustments. Cantilevered runway designs are used when standard header braced systems interfere with operations.
CraneWerks Engineering and Dealer Network
CraneWerks’ engineers provide engineering consultation, troubleshooting and support from initial design through installation and follow-up. We offer pre-engineered, design build and turnkey systems through our dealer network around the United States. CraneWerks’ ceiling mounted workstation bridge crane systems can be customer installed, dealer installed or installed nationwide by CraneWerks technicians.
Contact
For a CraneWerks quote on a free standing, enclosed rail workstation crane system; please fill out one of our Request for Quote Forms. To learn more about our complete lineup of industrial crane systems; or for answers to other questions, please call 888-544-2121 or contact us.
Quotes on all standard runway systems are available within twenty-four hours.
