Choose Light Crane Systems: When Lifting 2 Tons and Smaller Loads

Light lifting means lifting loads you may normally manually lift, or loads up to 2 tons. There are many different crane options out there to meet your needs no matter where you fall in this spectrum.

jib cranes

• Jib cranes are ideal when the lifting process can replace manual lifting in a focused area.
• They help optimize part of a production process or flow to be more efficient.
• Jib cranes are mounted to a wall, building column or can be mounted to a freestanding pillar.
• The jib boom, or arm, can service a semi-circle area, with the circumference dependent on the length of the jib boom.
• The type of jib arm used on the crane is based on many factors including lifting capacity.
• If a heavier load is required, an I-beam can be used, whereas with a lighter load, a steel or aluminum enclosed rail track can be used.
• Electric motorized rotation is an option for high capacity (such as a 2 Ton capacity) jib cranes that are used frequently.
• There are many different types of devices that can be attached to jib cranes to make lifting ergonomic.
• electric chain hoists are extremely cost effective and compliment a wide variety of lifting needs.

workstation crane and Monorail Systems

• When you need a crane to help with material flow and ergonomic lifting, an enclosed track workstation crane system can assist.
• This type of crane system is focused around lighter lifting, in most cases up to 2 tons, and compliments the process flow through a production or manufacturing area.
• These systems typically use enclosed rail sections. The enclosed track can be made of steel or aluminum.
• Aluminum track profile is the most ergonomic option due to physical weight of the track and the very low rolling resistance.
• Steel tracks have higher capacities and can span longer distances while offering very low rolling resistance.  
• Manual or motorized operation is possible and semi or full automation can be implemented or retrofitted at a later date.
• Electric chain hoists are flexible workhorses that compliment a variety of processes. When a device like grippers or tongs are added, a simple chain hoist becomes a solution tailored to your exact needs.

Freestanding and Ceiling Suspended Workstation Cranes

• Similar to an enclosed track crane system, a freestanding workstation crane gives you the ability to drop light lifting capabilities into an area with existing processes.
• Because it is not dependent on being mounted to the ceiling or needing the support any other structural steel, systems can be strategically placed into existing processes and around machinery.
• Freestanding workstation cranes typically use enclosed rail track made of steel or aluminum.
• Both types of rail allow operators to lift ergonomically with the help of hoists or balancers, and can improve the flow of material through the area.
• Ceiling suspended enclosed track crane system does not take up any valuable floor space, unlike a freestanding system that requires additional floor mounted columns to support the crane.
• The crane manufacturer or dealer can provide the maximum weights and loads imposed by the crane system so the ceiling structure can be checked.

When you are lifting 2 tons and smaller loads, welcome to contact us, will help analyze and create a tailored solution to meet your needs.