What is an Overhead Gantry Crane and How Does It Work?

An overhead gantry crane is an industrial crane commonly used in manufacturing and warehouse settings. It consists of a beam that hangs from a hoist cable and travels along two or more upright posts, known as “gantries.” The beam can be raised and lowered to move heavy objects around the workspace. Overhead cranes are also sometimes called bridge, monorail, or semi-gantry cranes.

What should I know about this?

At its most basic level, an overhead gantry crane consists of a lifting beam that runs along two or more upright supports known as “gantries.” The lifting beam can be raised and lowered using cables, often attached to electric motors, to provide power. This allows workers to move heavy objects quickly around their workspaces.

These cranes come in many sizes, depending on the materials and objects being handled. Some of the most common materials involved in manufacturing, such as steel and aluminum, are very heavy and difficult to move without specialized equipment.

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