- 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 customer needed a compact, high load capacity lifting solution. They need to handle loads weighing up to 10 tons. The customer indicated that they had limited space available and needed to move materials in a fixed location. Therefore, we should choose a crane with a small footprint when providing the program. In addition, the customer indicated that they sometimes needed to place materials directly on the workbench, so the solution we offered needed to provide flexible, precise handling operations for the workstations. To boost safety and cut manual lifting injuries, prioritize remote controls, overload protection, a clear load-rating and chart, anti-two-block and emergency-stop features, routine inspection access, and an effective operator training program; also plan for fall-protection during maintenance and easy replacement parts to minimize downtime.
Problems Faced Before Implementing the Jib Crane
Prior to the installation of the jib crane, there were some obvious difficulties in the workshop which would affect their productivity. Workers on the shop floor sometimes spend a lot of time moving parts, which increases the customer's running costs and slows down deliveries. According to the customer, they currently have a small area to move and there is no structural support in this space. They need to move parts from one location to another.
1. Inefficient Material Handling
Workers depended on forklifts and heavy carts to move parts. Each transfer needed extra steps and people. That caused repeated workflow interruptions and longer cycle times. Parts sometimes waited in staging areas while forklifts finished other jobs. This raised labor costs and increased the chance of damage. To future-proof operations, we recommended a 10-ton jib crane so you can lift heavier components in one move. The higher capacity cuts handling steps, shortens transfer times, and frees up staff for other work.
2. Safety and Health Concerns
Manual handling forced people to bend, stoop, and repeat awkward motions all day. That led to fatigue and higher risk of musculoskeletal injuries. Sick days and slowdowns followed. The new lifting solution had to remove repetitive strain and make handling comfortable. A properly sized jib crane lets you position loads at ergonomic heights, reduces bending and twisting, and keeps hands away from pinch points. These changes improve worker comfort and lower injury risk.
3. Limited Space for Overhead Cranes
The plant's overhead cranes were busy with large lifts. Smaller workstations had no dedicated lifting support. A full crane runway wasn't practical in tight bays. What was needed was a compact device that fits into crowded cells and works independently of the main crane. A pillar or wall-mounted jib crane provides local reach with a small footprint. It gives the exact lifting support where you need it without new runways or major building work.
The Customized Solution: Floor-Mounted Jib Crane
After a careful review of your workspace and how you move materials, Yuantai recommended a 10-ton floor-mounted jib crane. This option balances load capacity with flexibility. It fits into existing plants with little disruption. It gives long reach and accurate control where you need it.
1. Sturdy and Independent Support
The crane rides on a heavy column that anchors directly to your shop floor. That column bears the load, so you do not need overhead tracks or extra support beams. Installation usually needs only a concrete pad and anchor bolts, which keeps downtime low and avoids major remodeling. Because the support is independent, the crane stays rigid under load and keeps lifting stable and predictable. For you, that means safer lifts and fewer changes to your facility layout.
2. 360-Degree Rotation for Versatile Handling
This jib crane rotates fully so you can swing the load to any point around the column. Full rotation removes blind spots and reduces the need to reposition trucks or pallets. Smooth slewing and positive stop or locking features let you place heavy parts exactly where you want them. The range of motion makes the crane useful for loading, unloading, assembly, and machine tending without moving the workpiece by hand.
3. Electric Hoist Integration
We fitted a 10-ton low-headroom chain hoist to maximize lifting height in a tight vertical space. That hoist gains about 200–500 mm of extra lift compared with a standard hoist, which helps when clearances are limited. The electric drive gives steady speed and responsive control. Overload protection, reliable braking, and easy access for maintenance keep the system safe and serviceable. Controls can be handheld or remote to suit the customer's operating habits.
4. Compact and Space-Efficient Design
The small footprint of the crane saves floor space around the customer's workstation. The floor cranes' columns take up very little space, allowing the operator to walk freely around the workstation or move the cart around. No space is wasted for crane installation as the boom can be custom sized to your needs.
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.
Yuantai Compact Jib Cranes
1. Floor Mounted Jib Crane
A floor mounted jib crane from Yuantai Crane is a strong and versatile lifting solution for workshops, warehouses, docks, and fixed work areas. It has a freestanding pillar bolted to the floor that supports a rotating boom arm with an electric hoist. This design lets you lift and move loads within a circular work zone, often up to 360° rotation, and handle capacities from light duty up to around 10 tons. The crane's compact structure and flexible arm make lifting quick, steady, and precise, saving time and effort on repeated tasks. It's ideal for tasks that require frequent lifting in a specific work cell and can be customized to match your required span, lifting height, and control options, such as pendant or remote control.
2. Mobile Jib Crane
The mobile jib crane from Yuantai Crane is a portable lifting unit designed for flexibility and ease of movement. It features a cantilever arm with a hoist and runs on a mobile base, so you can wheel it to where you need lifting support. These cranes typically handle light to medium loads and allow rotation (180–360°) so you can reach loads from different directions without extra setup. Because they don't require a fixed installation or foundation, mobile jib cranes are great for temporary worksites, emergency lifts, or situations where lifting points change often. They improve workflow and reduce manual labor by bringing lifting capacity right to the load.
3. Wall Mounted Jib Crane
A wall mounted jib crane from Yuantai Crane is ideal when floor space is limited but you still need reliable lifting power. This crane is anchored to a solid wall or building structure and uses a horizontal boom with a hoist to serve workstations along its reach. It typically handles lighter loads and can rotate to cover a defined work area without interfering with floor traffic. Because it doesn't need a floor foundation, it saves valuable space and reduces installation costs. The crane is simple to operate, and you can choose pendant or remote control depending on your workflow and safety needs.
4. Wall Travelling Jib Crane
The wall travelling jib crane from Yuantai Crane combines wall mounting with horizontal movement along a rail system. Its hoist travels along both the jib arm and the runway on the wall, giving you more coverage without taking up floor space. This design is well suited for workshops and assembly lines where loads need to move laterally as well as vertically. It handles moderate capacities with smooth movement, simple controls, and flexible reach. Because the crane uses the building wall or structure for support, it is space-efficient and easy to integrate into existing facilities, helping improve material flow and reduce manual lifting.
Benefits Realized After Deployment
1. Increased Efficiency
Increased efficiency grew out of doing more with each lift. Because a single lift now handles heavier loads, operators make fewer lifts per cycle. Hoisting and slewing speeds cut handling time, and the crane's reach reduces the time spent repositioning parts or equipment. Altogether, tasks that used to take much longer can finish up to 20% faster, which raises throughput and lowers labor hours.
2. Enhanced Workplace Safety
Enhanced workplace safety comes from removing risky manual lifts and reducing awkward postures. With the crane taking the load, workers strain less and tire less. That reduces the frequency of lifting-related strains and sprains. Built-in safety features — such as overload protection, mechanical stops, and simple emergency controls — add another layer of protection.
3. Optimized Space Utilization
Optimized space utilization follows from the crane's compact, floor-mounted design. The base takes little room, while the jib's swing covers a wide work area without blocking aisles or overhead clearance. That lets you place workstations closer together and keeps floor traffic flowing. In tight shops, a jib crane often replaces bulkier handling setups and frees up space for other equipment or storage.
Other Applications of Floor-Mounted Jib Cranes
Floor-mounted jib cranes work in many places where focused lifting is needed. They fit tight work zones and let operators move loads with control. If your lifting application is for localized, repetitive lifting tasks, it offers you a simple and reliable solution.
1. Manufacturing and Assembly Areas
In production, these cranes handle parts, sub-assemblies, and tooling with repeatable precision. They let an operator lift, swing, and position parts close to the machine or line without blocking the whole floor. This reduces manual handling and speeds up cycle times. You can fit a range of hoists and end attachments to match part size and weight. That flexibility helps keep product quality steady and keeps the line moving.
2. Warehouses and Distribution Centers
In warehouses, jib cranes help you move pallets, cartons, and odd-shaped items between conveyors, workstations, and racks. They take up little floor space and keep aisles clear of larger lift equipment. This improves picking speed and lowers the chance of collisions. You can use them to offload trucks at a fixed station or to transfer goods between staging areas, which makes daily logistics smoother.
3. Maintenance and Repair Stations
Maintenance teams use floor-mounted jibs to lift motors, pumps, molds, and heavy components during service. The crane gives slow, controlled movement so technicians can align parts precisely for removal or reinstallation. That control reduces the chance of damage and shortens repair time. Regular inspections and proper anchoring also make these cranes a safe, dependable tool in repair shops.
4. Workshops and Tool Rooms
In toolrooms, jib cranes let a single operator handle dies, fixtures, and large tools that would otherwise need a team. They improve ergonomics by reducing awkward lifting and carrying. The fixed base gives a steady lifting point and supports a variety of hoists and tool grippers. For many workshops, that means faster setup, fewer injuries, and more consistent work flow.
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