When it comes to material handling applications in workstations, which type of crane is the best option for your situation? DQCRANES offers multiple lines of material handling cranes, which include many different features and operating characteristics. Those lines include Jib Cranes, Gantry Cranes, and Workstation Cranes.
The following are some of the differences between Jib Cranes and Workstation Cranes to understand the benefits of each type and determine what the best option is for different applications.
Workstation Cranes
At DQCRANES, Workstation Cranes include several different variations of a specific type of design. The primary distinguishing feature of all
workstation cranes is the use of enclosed track. For cranes that use enclosed track, the hoist trolley travels along a fixed path inside the closed profile of the track.
The way that enclosed track is set up can differ between different specific designs. The two primary designs are the DQCRANES Workstation Bridge Crane Design and the Workstation Monorail Design. The difference between these two designs is pretty straightforward.
The workstation
monorail crane is the enclosed track is fixed in place and the trolley travels from one end to the other. More complex applications of the monorail design can also incorporate switches and curves.
The
bridge crane design includes a few more elements than the monorail design. The electric hoist travels inside an enclosed track bridge, which is supported at both ends by enclosed track runways. The bridge can travel along the runways to provide a larger rectangular area of coverage.
Types of Work Station Cranes
Free Standing Bridge Cranes
- A free standing bridge crane is intended to be bolted to the floor and to support loads that will be moved vertically and horizontally. One worker can manipulate the load along a series of tracks, including curves and monorails, inside a closed system. This design works well in an area with limited headroom and/or a ceiling that is not strong enough to support a mounted bridge crane.
Ceiling Mounted Bridge Cranes
- A ceiling mounted bridge crane works well in a building with a concrete, steel, or aluminum frame covering. This system will sustain a maximum load of 2 tons. When you choose the overhead design, there are no work areas where workers trip over or bump into workstations. The loads move overhead, which also easily accommodates more pedestrian traffic and forklift operations.
Monorail Cranes
- An assembly line may involve the movement of a partly assembled product along many tracks within a closed system. Sometimes, it's necessary to move the parts assembly along a single linear path for many feet. A monorail track can be easily integrated with extra track, curves, interlocks, and switches.
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Workstation Jib Cranes
DQCRANES also offers Workstation Jib Cranes in a range of styles for different purposes. The main feature of all
jib cranes is the boom, which rotates around a fixed point. This design means that jib cranes cover a circular or semi-circular area.
DQCRANES Freestanding Jib Cranes support the rotating boom on a mast, which can mount to the floor or a portable concrete base. Most freestanding jib cranes can rotate 360 degrees. DQCRANES Wall-Mounted Jib Cranes attach to a building’s wall or other support structure. Wall-mounted jib cranes can rotate 180 to 200 degrees.
Types of Workstation Jib Cranes
Freestanding Workstation Jib Crane
- Freestanding Workstation Jib Cranes offer easy, ergonomic lifting and transfer of repetitive loads. These small, nimble cranes are faster than motorized jibs and are very affordable. Max. lifting capacity 16 tons, 360-degree rotation, custom design height and arm length are available. Mounting plates attach with anchor bolts to reinforced concrete floor, or to new foundations for special load conditions.
Portable Workstation Jib Crane
- Workstation Portable Jib Cranes designed with portable counterweight bases. With their forklift pockets, they’re ideal for facilities needing flexible workflows and/or modular workstations. 360-degree rotation, Standard crane height to 3 meters and standard arm length to 3 meters.
Wall Mounted Workstation Jib Crane
- Wall Mounted Work Station Jib Cranes are an economical, heavy duty solution. They use tapered roller bearings at the pivot points for unsurpassed ease of rotation. The cantilevered design allows for maximum headroom. Mounted to wall or column, Allow for 200° of continuous rotation, Allows for maximum headroom.
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Choosing the Right Workstation Crane for Your Needs
When it comes to choosing a material handling system in workstations, the most important factor to consider is the application requirements.
The enclosed track provides smooth movement, allowing workers to move the bridge and trolley easily. DQCRANES Workstation Cranes also maximize the usable workspace in any location. A workstation jib crane may cover a similar area, but the corner-to-corner coverage of a bridge crane ensures there are no gaps in the coverage.
Workstation Bridge Cranes and Monorail Cranes can be easily rearranged and reconfigured as workplace needs change. The length of the monorail or runways can be extended indefinitely with additional support structures. Multiple bridges and trolleys can also be added to increase operating capacity.
To inquire about DQCRANES Workstation Bridge Cranes or Workstation Jib Cranes, or to get more information on how to choose the right workstation crane for your application,
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