Causes and preventive measures of crane accidents

Crane accidents can result in serious casualties and property losses, and accidents are usually the result of multiple factors. Common causes Operational errors: Operators have not received professional training or have not performed operations in accordance with operating specifications, such as overloading, wrong lifting, etc. Especially in the operation of tower cranes or bridge cranes, if the operator lacks experience or knowledge, it is easy to make mistakes. Equipment failure: The key components of...

How do you operate a gantry crane safely?

Safe operation of heavy gantry cranes is essential to avoid accidents and protect personnel safety. By complying with the following operating procedures and safety measures, you can effectively reduce the safety risks in gantry crane operation and ensure the safety of operators and equipment. Basic requirements and operating procedures: Preparation before operation Check the equipment: Make sure the gantry crane structure, electrical system, hydraulic/pneumatic system, chains, wire ropes, brake system, signal equi...

What is the Difference Between a Jib Crane and A gantry Crane?

Jib cranes and gantry cranes are two common lifting equipment. They have many differences in structure, working principle, application scenarios, etc. Jib crane vs gantry crane Structural composition Jib crane: It is composed of columns, cantilever beams, hoisting trolleys and slewing mechanisms. The columns are fixed, the cantilever beams can rotate, and the hoisting trolleys run along the cantilever beams. Adjustable Gantry Crane: It is composed of a bridge, a trolley running mechanism, a trolley running ...

What is the relationship between electric chain hoists and cranes?

Electric chain hoist is a kind of lifting equipment driven by electricity, used to lift various heavy objects. Its working principle is to drive the movement of the ring chain through the motor, and lift the object through the lifting effect of the chain. Electric chain hoist lifting equipment is generally composed of motor, reducer, ring chain, hook and control device. Main features: High efficiency and energy saving: It is driven by electricity, has high efficiency and can work stably for a long time. Strong loa...

Several common types of suspension cranes

There are many types of suspension cranes, each with different designs and uses to suit different working environments and needs. Common types of suspension cranes: Suspended bridge crane Features: Suspended bridge cranes are usually supported by two rails, with the boom suspended on the bridge and can move laterally between two supporting points. Application: Widely used in workshop production lines, warehouses, steel mills, shipyards and other places. Single girder suspension crane Features: The cra...

What are the product advantages of suspension crane equipment?

Suspension crane is a commonly used lifting equipment, which is widely used in various industrial and construction fields. Product Advantages Save space Suspension design: The boom of the suspension crane is suspended in the air, which does not need to occupy ground space, effectively utilizing the limited working area, and is particularly suitable for use in small spaces. Wide coverage area: The highly flexible suspension crane allows the crane to cover a larger working range and has strong adaptability. ...