Considerations for Selecting a Portable Gantry Crane
Portable gantry crane is a lightweight, quickly assembled and disassembled lifting device. It is widely used in locations requiring temporary, flexible lifting operations, such as factory workshops, equipment maintenance, warehouse loading and unloading, new energy, and laboratories. It typically consists of two columns, one or two main beams, a traveling mechanism (optional), an electric or manual hoist, and necessary connectors and stabilizers.
Selection and Usage Considerations:
①Clear requirements: Clearly define the portable gantry crane's lifting capacity, span, lifting height, working class, movement frequency, required drive method (manual/electric), and specific environmental corrosion level and hygiene requirements.
② Stainless Steel Grade: Select the appropriate material based on the severity of the environmental corrosion (carbon steel is suitable for general workshops without cleanroom requirements, 304 for general food environments, and 316/316L for more corrosive or chlorine-containing environments).
③ Ground requirements: Ensure the ground is flat, firm, oil-free, and able to withstand wheel pressure. Ground conditions directly affect the smoothness and safety of the portable gantry crane's movement.
⑤ Safe operation: Strictly follow the operating procedures for portable gantry cranes. Overloading is strictly prohibited. Ensure that the movement path is unobstructed. Operators must be trained. Even manual models require safety when moving and lifting.
Selecting a portable gantry crane is a systematic project that requires comprehensive consideration of load, space, environment, functionality, safety, regulations, and cost. Safety is always paramount, and the rated load, span, and stabilizer must be strictly ensured to meet actual operating requirements.
Clearly defining requirements, carefully assessing site conditions, selecting reliable products that meet standards, and strictly following operating and maintenance procedures will fully utilize the advantages of portable gantry cranes and complete lifting tasks safely and efficiently. It is strongly recommended that you communicate in detail with experienced suppliers or engineers (such as KFCS) before making the final selection. You may even request an on-site survey or solution simulation to minimize risks.
