• Mar 21, 2025
• Case Studies

10T Floor-Mounted Jib Crane for an Industrial Facility

A precision metal production firm approached Yuantai Crane looking for an effective lifting solution. Their manufacturing plant needs a dependable crane to lift

A precision metal production firm approached Yuantai Crane looking for an effective lifting solution. Their manufacturing plant needs a dependable crane to lift and handle big components in cramped working areas. After considering several choices, they decided on a floor-mounted jib crane to improve their operating process.

Industry Overview

The company operates in the metal fabrication industry, where lifting, rotating, and positioning heavy materials is a daily requirement. The facility handles steel plates, machine components, and welded assemblies. After talking to them, we realized that the company had been using overhead cranes to assist them in their production in the past, but there was a corner of the factory that the overhead cranes couldn't reach, and in the past they had been using steel platform carts, which could only move a small portion at a time but didn't affect the production. However, in the last few years, their order book has grown and they need to improve their handling efficiency.

Identifying the Customer's Needs

The client needed a lifting system that could:

• Lift loads up to 10 tons with minimal structural modifications.
• Operate efficiently within a confined workspace.
• Provide a 360-degree rotational range for flexible movement.
• Enhance worker safety and reduce manual lifting injuries.

Problems Faced Before Implementing the Jib Crane

1. Inefficient Material Handling

Prior to the installation of the jib crane, workers relied on forklifts and steel platform carts to move components. This led to frequent workflow interruptions and increased labor costs. The new lifting solution had to be as efficient as possible, and considering that their orders would continue to grow in the future, we communicated with the customer and offered a 10-ton lifting capacity solution.

2. Safety and Health Concerns

Past handling methods required multiple loads and unloads, and workers were required to bend over for long periods of time, many times, which was very harmful to the body. Therefore, new lifting solutions must avoid this problem and try to consider safe and comfortable handling methods.

3. Limited Space for Overhead Cranes

The existing overhead cranes were fully utilized for large-scale lifting tasks, leaving certain workstations without proper lifting support. They need a lifting device that could operate in areas with limited space.

The Customized Solution: Floor-Mounted Jib Crane

After assessing the workspace and operational needs, Yuantai recommended a 10-ton floor-mounted jib crane. This solution provided:

1. Sturdy and Independent Support

Floor-mounted jib cranes are supported by sturdy columns, do not require additional tracks or support beams, and can be used without remodeling existing plant facilities.

2. 360-Degree Rotation for Versatile Handling

Equipped with a full rotational range, the crane enabled precise positioning of materials without obstruction.

3. Electric Hoist Integration

They wanted the crane to provide as high a lifting height as possible, so we equipped it with a 10 ton low headroom chain hoist. This hoist is specifically designed for areas with limited height and can be raised 200mm-500mm compared to a normal hoist.

4. Compact and Space-Efficient Design

The crane's compact footprint made it ideal for workstations with space constraints.

Installation and Implementation

The installation process was completed in under one days, ensuring minimal downtime for the facility. Our cranes are easy to install and simple to operate, so that even people who have never used a crane before can quickly get started with the process.

Benefits Realized After Deployment

1. Increased Efficiency

With the use of jib cranes, workers can complete lifting tasks up to 40% faster than before due to the huge increase in the lifting capacity of a single lift compared to the previous one, increasing productivity and greatly reducing the total production time.

2. Enhanced Workplace Safety

The crane eliminated the need for manual lifting, reducing workplace injuries and improving ergonomics.

3. Optimized Space Utilization

The floor-mounted design ensured that the crane operated effectively within limited space, maximizing production floor efficiency.

Customer Feedback and Future Plans

The client told us the immediate improvements in workflow efficiency and worker safety. Given the success of the installation, they are now considering additional pillar-mounted jib cranes for other workstations within the facility.

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