60 Ton Bridge Crane for Heavy-Duty Application

Handling substantial loads safely and efficiently is fundamental in many industrial operations. At Yuantaicrane, we specialize in designing, manufacturing, and supplying a diverse range of heavy-duty overhead cranes to meet the specific operational requirements of various industries. Our 60-ton capacity cranes are engineered for demanding environments, providing robust performance for moving large, heavy, or bulky materials. Whether you operate in manufacturing, warehousing, power generation, steel production, or other heavy industries, selecting the appropriate 60 ton lifting equipment is important for productivity and operational safety.

Key Components of 60 Ton Bridge Crane

1. Bridge: The main structural beam (or beams) that spans the width of the working area. In the 60-ton category, this is almost always a double girder overhead crane design for enhanced stability and load-bearing capacity.
2. Girders: The principal horizontal beams making up the bridge. Double girder bridge cranes utilize two parallel girders.
3. End Trucks: Located at each end of the bridge, these house the wheels that travel along the runway rails, enabling the entire bridge structure to move longitudinally down the bay.
4. Hoist: The mechanism responsible for lifting and lowering the load. For a 60 ton capacity crane, the hoist is a substantial piece of machinery, often featuring wire rope and a heavy-duty hook block.
5. Trolley: The unit that moves horizontally across the bridge girders, carrying the hoist. This allows for precise positioning of the load laterally within the working area.

The combination of bridge travel (longitudinal), trolley travel (lateral), and hoist movement (vertical) provides full three-axis load handling within the crane's operational footprint.

Why Choose A 60 Ton Capacity Crane?

Opting for a crane with a 60 ton lifting capacity addresses specific needs in heavy industrial settings:

• Handling Substantial Loads: The primary reason is the need to lift objects weighing up to 60 tons, common in industries dealing with large machinery, fabricated components, steel coils, turbines, molds, or bulk materials.
• Increased Operational Scope: This capacity allows facilities to manage a wider range of tasks, potentially consolidating lifting operations previously requiring multiple smaller cranes or alternative methods.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Cranes rated for 60 tons are inherently built with robust materials and components designed for durability and longevity under demanding service conditions. This often translates to heavy duty cycle crane performance when specified correctly.
• Safety Margins: Operating well within the rated capacity enhances safety. A 60-ton crane provides a substantial safety margin when regularly lifting loads slightly below this maximum.

Yuantai's 60 Ton Overhead Crane Solutions

Understanding that different applications require specific functionalities, Yuantaicrane offers several variations of the 60 ton overhead crane. Each model is engineered with particular tasks and environments in mind, ensuring you get a crane optimized for your workflow. Our primary offerings in this capacity include:

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60 Ton Double Girder Overhead Crane (Standard)

This is the foundational model in the 60-ton category, often referred to simply as a 60 ton double girder EOT crane (Electric Overhead Traveling crane). It offers high stability and lifting height potential, making it suitable for a wide range of heavy lifting tasks. Easier access for maintenance via walkways often included along the girders.

Common Applications: General manufacturing, heavy equipment assembly, large fabrication shops, warehousing of heavy goods, power plants, maintenance workshops.

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60 Ton Double Girder Grab Overhead Crane

This specialized crane is equipped with a grab bucket attachment instead of a standard hook, designed specifically for handling bulk materials, such as coal, sand, gravel, scrap metal, grain, or waste. The grab itself can be mechanical, electro-hydraulic, or motor-driven, depending on the material and requirements.

Common Applications: Ports and terminals, steel mills (scrap handling), waste-to-energy plants, construction material yards, cement plants, bulk storage facilities.

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60 Ton Double Girder Electromagnetic Overhead Crane

This crane has a double girder design, designed for handling metal materials, with a powerful electromagnet fitted underneath the hoist. The electromagnets are powered by a dedicated electrical system, which often includes a back-up power supply to keep the electromagnets safe in the event of a power failure. It is suitable for steel plates, billets, bars, scrap metal, and other magnetic materials without needing slings or hooks.

Common Applications: Steel mills, scrap recycling yards, shipbuilding facilities, steel warehouses, metal fabrication shops.

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60 Ton Ladle Overhead Bridge Crane

The 60-ton ladle crane, designed specifically for the harsh circumstances prevalent in foundries and steel mills, is capable of transporting molten metal securely. It includes specialist heat protection, high-temperature resistant components, and improved safety measures. This includes heat shields, insulated wiring, protective paint, and dual braking systems on important motions. Due to the demanding nature of the work, it is designed for high service classifications (typically FEM A7 or A8).

Common Applications: Steelmaking plants (transporting ladles from furnace to casting), foundries, non-ferrous metal smelting operations.

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60 Ton Explosion-Proof Overhead Crane

This crane uses specialized components like explosion-proof motors, enclosures, wiring, and non-sparking materials (e.g., bronze wheels, and galvanized hooks) to prevent ignition sources. It is suitable for hazardous environments where flammable gases, vapors, or combustible dust may be present.

Common Applications: Oil and gas refineries, chemical processing plants, paint shops, munitions handling, wastewater treatment plants, certain mining operations.

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60 Ton Double Trolley Bridge Crane

This configuration uses two independent trolleys, each with its own hoist, that operate on the same bridge girders. The trolleys can operate alone or in tandem for certain lifts. Allows one trolley to be used for primary lifting and the other for auxiliary tasks or other load types.

Common Applications: Handling long items like pipes, beams, or prefabricated sections; operations requiring load turning or complex positioning; facilities needing high throughput or operational flexibility; maintenance tasks requiring multiple lift points.

Key Features And Design Considerations For Yuantaicrane 60 Ton Cranes

Across all our 60 ton overhead crane models, Yuantaicrane focuses on delivering robust and reliable equipment. Common features and design considerations include:

• Structural Integrity: Girders are designed using advanced software (FEA - Finite Element Analysis) and fabricated from high-quality steel (like Q235B or Q345B) according to stringent welding standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ISO). Box girder designs are typical for this capacity, offering high torsional rigidity.
• Hoisting Mechanism: We utilize dependable wire rope hoists with robust motors, gearboxes, and braking systems. Options for variable speed control (using VFDs - Variable Frequency Drives) allow for smooth acceleration/deceleration and precise load positioning.
• Trolley Design: Trolleys are engineered for smooth travel along the bridge girders, with durable wheels and reliable drive mechanisms. Designs facilitate easy maintenance access.
• Control Systems: Various control options are available to suit operational preferences and safety requirements:
  • Pendant Control: A wired control box suspended from the trolley/hoist.
  • Radio Remote Control: Offers greater operator mobility and visibility.
  • Cabin Control: An operator cabin attached to the crane bridge, suitable for high-usage or complex operations, often climate-controlled.
• Safety Features: Safety is paramount. Our 60-ton cranes typically incorporate:
  • Upper and lower hoist limit switches.
  • Travel limit switches for bridge and trolley.
  • Overload protection devices.
  • Emergency stop buttons on all control stations.
  • Anti-collision systems (optional).
  • Warning horns and beacons (optional).
  • Robust braking systems on all motions.
• Durability and Maintenance: Components are selected for longevity. Designs incorporate features for easier inspection and maintenance, such as accessible lubrication points and inspection platforms/walkways where applicable. Protective coatings (epoxy paint systems) resist corrosion.

Applications Across Industries

A 60 ton bridge crane is a versatile piece of equipment found in numerous sectors requiring substantial lifting capabilities:

• Heavy Manufacturing: Moving large castings, forgings, engines, turbines, and assembled machinery.
• Steel Mills and Foundries: Handling scrap, charging furnaces, transporting ladles of molten metal (ladle cranes), moving finished coils, plates, and bars (magnet/standard cranes).
• Power Generation: Installation and maintenance of turbines, generators, transformers, and other heavy power plant equipment.
• Shipbuilding: Lifting large hull sections, engines, and other major components during ship construction and repair.
• Large Scale Fabrication: Moving large structural steel members, pressure vessels, and prefabricated modules.
• Precast Concrete Yards: Handling large concrete beams, panels, and structures.
• Mining Operations: Maintenance of heavy mining equipment, handling large components.
• Paper Mills: Moving large paper rolls and machinery components.
• Aerospace: Handling large aircraft components or tooling.

Customization Options For Your 60 Ton Overhead Crane

Standard models provide a foundation, but many applications require specific adaptations. Yuantaicrane offers extensive customization possibilities for your 60 ton EOT crane:

• Span: Tailored to the exact width of your facility's bay.
• Lifting Height: Customized to meet your required hook height.
• Speeds: Hoisting, trolley travel, and bridge travel speeds can be specified, often with VFD control for adjustability.
• Service Classification (Duty Cycle): Selected based on the frequency and intensity of crane usage (e.g., FEM, HMI/CMAA classifications).
• Control Systems: Choice of pendant, radio remote, or cabin control, potentially with combined systems.
• Environmental Adaptations: Special considerations for high temperatures, dusty environments, outdoor use (weatherproofing), or corrosive atmospheres.
• Specialized Below-the-Hook Devices: Integration of custom lifting beams, C-hooks, rotating hooks, or other specialized attachments beyond standard hooks, grabs, or magnets.
• Automation Features: Options for semi-automated or fully automated crane operations for specific repetitive tasks.
• Walkways and Service Platforms: Added for easier maintenance access.

Choosing The Right 60 Ton Crane: Factors To Consider

Selecting the most suitable 60 tonne overhead crane involves evaluating several factors:

1. Load Characteristics: What is the maximum weight you need to lift (confirming 60 tons is adequate)? What is the nature of the load (solid object, bulk material, ferrous metal, molten metal, hazardous)?
2. Operating Environment: Is it indoors or outdoors? Are there high temperatures, dust, moisture, corrosive elements, or explosive risks?
3. Frequency of Use (Duty Cycle): How many lifts per hour/shift? How close to the maximum capacity will lifts typically be? This determines the required service classification.
4. Required Speeds: How fast do you need to lift and travel? Are precise, slow movements needed for positioning?
5. Available Space: What are the building dimensions (span, length, height)? Are there any obstructions?
6. Control Preference: How does the operator need to interact with the crane?
7. Budget: While cost is a factor, prioritize safety, reliability, and suitability for the application.

Our experienced engineers at Yuantaicrane can assist you in analyzing these factors to recommend the optimal 60 ton crane specification.

Service And Support

Yuantaicrane provides ongoing support for your 60 ton overhead bridge crane:

• Installation and Commissioning: Our technicians can manage or supervise the installation and ensure the crane operates correctly.

   

• Operator Training: We offer training programs to ensure your personnel can operate the crane safely and efficiently.

   

• Maintenance Services: Preventative maintenance programs and repair services help maximize uptime and equipment lifespan.

   

• Spare Parts: We supply genuine spare parts to maintain the performance and safety of your crane.

   

Request Your 60 Ton Overhead Crane Quote Today

If your operations require the power and precision of a 60 ton overhead crane, Yuantaicrane has the expertise and range of solutions to meet your needs. Whether you require a standard double girder model, a specialized grab, magnet, ladle, explosion-proof crane, or a flexible double trolley system, we are ready to assist.

Contact our sales engineers today to discuss your specific lifting requirements. We will work with you to develop a detailed proposal and provide a competitive quote for a 60 ton bridge crane tailored to your application.

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