For over 15 years, APR Cranes has been a trusted provider of robust and reliable gantry crane solutions, serving a diverse range of industries worldwide. As manufacturers, suppliers, and exporters, APR Cranes is committed to delivering high-quality gantry cranes designed to meet the specific lifting needs of their clients. Beyond the initial sale, APR Cranes prioritizes customer satisfaction through comprehensive after-sales services and readily available spare parts, ensuring the continued performance and longevity of their equipment. This dedication to quality and service has solidified APR Cranes' position as a leading provider of gantry crane solutions, offering premium support to their valued customers.

Gantry cranes are heavy-duty lifting devices that play a crucial role in various industries. Here's a comprehensive overview:

Core Concept:

• A gantry crane is a type of overhead crane supported by freestanding legs that run along rails or wheels at ground level.
• This distinguishes them from overhead bridge cranes, which are supported by building structures.
• They are designed to move heavy loads horizontally along a track, making them ideal for outdoor applications and areas where overhead support structures are impractical.

Key Features:

• Gantry Structure:
  • Consists of legs and a horizontal beam (girder).
  • Provides a stable framework for lifting.
• Girder:
  • The horizontal beam that supports the trolley and hoist.
  • Can be single or double girder, depending on the load capacity.
• Trolley:
  • Travels along the girder, carrying the hoist.
• Hoist:
  • The lifting mechanism (electric, hydraulic, or manual).
• Legs:
  • Support the gantry structure and move along rails or wheels.
• Rail System:
  • Provides a track for the crane to travel along. Or in the case of rubber tire gantry cranes, rubber tires are used.

Types of Gantry Cranes:

• Full Gantry Cranes:
  • Both ends of the crane run on ground-level rails.
  • Suitable for outdoor applications and large areas.
• Semi-Gantry Cranes:
  • One end of the crane runs on a ground-level rail, and the other end runs on a wall-mounted rail.
  • Useful for areas where space is limited.
• Portable Gantry Cranes:
  • Mounted on wheels or casters for easy relocation.
  • Ideal for light-duty applications and temporary use.
• Rubber-Tired Gantry Cranes (RTGs):
  • Move on rubber tires, providing greater flexibility in movement.
  • Commonly used in container terminals.

Applications:

• Shipyards:
  • Lifting and moving large ship components.
• Container Terminals:
  • Loading and unloading containers from ships and trucks.
• Construction Sites:
  • Moving heavy materials and equipment.
• Rail Yards:
  • Loading and unloading railcars.
• Manufacturing Facilities:
  • Handling large and heavy workpieces.
• Storage Yards:
  • moving large heavy items.

Advantages:

• Versatility:
  • Can be used in various indoor and outdoor applications.
• High Load Capacity:
  • Capable of lifting extremely heavy loads.
• Flexibility:
  • Can be customized to meet specific lifting requirements.
• Ground-Level Operation:
  • Eliminates the need for overhead support structures.