What is a workshop crane?

A workshop crane is a lifting device designed for handling, lifting, and moving heavy materials or equipment within workshops, garages, factories, and maintenance areas. Workshop cranes include gantry cranes, jib cranes, and overhead cranes, each offering different lifting capacities and movement options for various industrial tasks.

What types of workshop cranes are available?

Gantry cranes: Freestanding cranes with a horizontal beam supported by legs, often mounted on wheels for mobility. Suitable for lifting and moving loads across open workshop spaces.

Jib cranes: Feature a horizontal arm (jib) mounted on a wall or column, providing rotation and precise lifting within a fixed radius. Ideal for workstations and assembly lines.

Overhead cranes: Consist of a bridge running along overhead runways, allowing for efficient lifting and movement across larger areas.

Mobile workshop cranes: Portable units, sometimes called engine hoists or A-frame cranes, designed for flexible use in smaller spaces.

What are the typical lifting capacities and sizes for workshop cranes?

Gantry cranes: Commonly range from 250 kg to 2,000 kg capacity, with heights under the beam from 2.5 m to 5.0 m and spans from 3 m to 5 m.

Jib cranes: Vary widely, with capacities from a few hundred kilograms up to several tonnes, and arm lengths tailored to workspace needs.

Overhead cranes: Can range from light-duty (1–5 tonnes) to heavy-duty (up to 100+ tonnes), depending on the application and configuration.

Where are workshop cranes typically used?

Manufacturing and assembly plants

Automotive workshops and garages

Maintenance and repair facilities

Warehouses and distribution centres

Construction and fabrication sites

What are the key benefits of using a workshop crane?

Efficient handling of heavy or awkward loads

Enhanced workplace safety by reducing manual lifting

Versatility for a wide range of lifting and positioning tasks

Mobility (for gantry and mobile cranes) for flexible use across different work areas

Are workshop cranes easy to install and move?

Many gantry and mobile workshop cranes are designed for quick assembly, disassembly, and relocation within a facility. Gantry cranes with wheels can be moved to different locations as needed, while wall- or column-mounted jib cranes provide a fixed lifting solution.