7 Portable Jib Cranes for Auto Parts Manufacturers in France

portable jib cranes for Sale to France

In March 2025, DQCRANES successfully designed, manufactured, and exported seven portable jib cranes to a leading automotive parts manufacturer in Lyon, France, specializing in the production and assembly of transmission systems. The shipment included six 1-ton portable jib cranes and one 2-ton model, tailored to meet the unique lifting and mobility needs of a high-efficiency automotive production environment.

Overview of Portable Jib Cranes

Portable jib cranes are compact, mobile lifting devices designed for handling light- to medium-duty material. Unlike fixed cranes, they come with a mobile base, allowing workers to reposition the crane wherever it’s needed in the workspace. Ideal for indoor operations, these cranes offer the following benefits:
 

• Easy relocation
• Minimal installation effort
• Space-saving design
• Compatibility with small to mid-sized loads (up to 2 tons)

DQCRANES’ workshop jib cranes combine durability with user-friendly operation, featuring 180° to 360° rotation, and manual or electric hoist options.

Project Overview

Portable Jib Cranes for Transmission Assembly:

The client, a mid-sized factory located in Lyon's industrial zone, was facing challenges in handling heavy transmission systems within a flexible workshop layout. overhead cranes were not an option due to space constraints, and fixed jib cranes would restrict movement. The client found us, DQCRANES, to provide a flexible material handling solution. The portable jib crane is perfect! They are designed for mobility, safety, and versatility.

Portable Jib crane specifications:

1. 6 × 1 ton portable jib cranes, arm length 4.4m, height 4.2m
2. 1 × 2 ton portable jib crane, arm length 3.4m, height 4.28m
3. Custom rotating arms with a 270° range
4. Movable base frames with wheels
5. electric chain hoists with pendant control

Why portable cranes for Workshops?

• Cost Efficiency: No foundation or structural modifications required (saves 30–50% vs. fixed cranes).
• Flexibility: Easily repositioned to adapt to workflow changes.
• Quick Deployment: Operational within hours vs. weeks for fixed installations.
• Scalability: Add or relocate cranes as production needs evolve.
• Ideal for: Temporary projects, multi-site operations, and facilities with space constraints.

Applications for Auto Parts Manufacturing

Transmission systems are heavy, complex, and awkward to handle manually. The customer used the portable jib cranes to:
 

• Lift gear assemblies from pallets to workbenches
• Move transmission cases between machining stations
• Transfer finished components to storage racks

Each mobile jib crane was stationed near a dedicated production bay. The 2 ton jib crane was used in the final assembly area, where heavier, complete transmission units were lifted into shipping containers.

Client Testimonial

Jean-Paul G., Plant Manager – Lyon Facility
"The DQCRANES team was highly responsive and professional. The portable jib crane on wheels improved our workflow efficiency significantly. Operators love how easy it is to reposition them. It’s exactly what we needed for our dynamic assembly lines."

Buying Guide for Portable Jib Cranes in France

If you operate an industrial workshop in France, here’s what to consider before investing in small portable jib cranes:


 

1. Load capacity (1T or 2T, depending on your components)
2. Boom length & height under boom
3. Workspace Dimensions to ensure adequate clearance for boom rotation.
4. Rotation range (typically 180° to 360°)
5. Power source for hoists (manual or electric, or battery)
6. Mobility Needs with locking casters or swivel wheels.
7. Safety Features include overload protection, emergency stop, and anti-tip mechanisms.

DQCRANES is a trusted global manufacturer of customized lifting equipment with clients in over 60 countries. Our jib cranes and other types of workshop cranes are engineered for industrial-grade reliability, mobility, and safety, especially in space-constrained environments.

Looking to buy a portable jib crane or other crane systems in France? Contact DQCRANES for a tailored quote.

Top 5 Workshop Cranes for Sale in France

Workshop cranes are essential for lifting, positioning, and moving heavy materials or components in industrial environments. Whether you’re managing a mechanical workshop, automotive garage, or metal fabrication facility, choosing the right crane can significantly boost productivity and safety.

Here are the Top 5 Workshop Cranes for Sale from DQCRANES in France in 2025, based on versatility, lifting capacity, mobility, and customer satisfaction for your reference:

DQCRANES Portable Jib Crane

Best for: Small to medium-sized industrial workshops
Capacity: 0.5–2 tons
Price Range: €2,500–€6,000

Highlights:

• Mobile base with forklift pockets or caster wheels
• Boom rotation up to 180° or 360°
• No floor anchoring required
• CE certified – ideal for use across France
• Perfect for lifting engines, transmission systems, or heavy tools in tight workshop layouts
• Customizable height, arm length, and hoist options

DQCRANES KBK Light Crane System

Best for: Overhead solutions in large workshops
Capacity: 125 kg – 2,000 kg
Price Range: Custom quotes (~€5,000–€20,000+)

Highlights:

• Modular rail-based system
• Suitable for suspended or ceiling-mounted setups
• Smooth trolley travel and electric hoist integration
• Ideal for repetitive tasks in industrial lines
• Perfect for large-scale assembly lines or production floors needing ceiling-mounted mobility

DQCRANES Wall-Mounted Jib Crane

Best for: Fixed lifting points in medium workshops
Capacity: 0.5–15 tons
Price Range: €3,000–€10,000

Highlights:

• Bolts directly to the wall or vertical columns
• Space-saving design
• Electric or manual slewing options
• Ideal for welding booths or workbenches where fixed lifting support is needed
• Low maintenance

DQCRANES portable gantry crane

Best for: Mobile lifting of heavy equipment or materials
Capacity: 0.5–10 tons
Price Range: €2,000–€10,000

Highlights:

• Freestanding, mobile A-frame cranes mounted on wheels or casters
• Adjustable height and span
• Easy assembly and disassembly
• Optional electric chain hoists, manual chain hoist, etc

DQCRANES Workshop Overhead Crane

Best for: Single or double-girder design provides full overhead lifting coverage across a workshop or warehouse.
Capacity: 1 ton to 50+ tons
Price Range: €10,000–€100,000

Highlights:

• Installed on building girders or custom-runway systems
• Covers large areas efficiently
• Precise positioning with motorized travel
• FEM/DIN standards
• Custom spans and hook heights
• Ideal for heavy manufacturing, steel workshops, and Aerospace tooling, etc

Conclusion

Ready to upgrade your workshop? DQCRANES stand out for quality, reliability, and CE-certified compliance. Contact us today to compare specs, request a quote, and choose a crane that fits your workflow and safety requirements.