A movable gantry crane, also known as a portable gantry crane, is designed in a very similar manner to a regular one. The larger units will be constructed of extremely strong steel, whereas the smaller units are typically made of aluminum. Larger units can lift several hundred, or even several thousand tons, whereas the portable ones can usually lift an average of 2 tons (levantar un promedio de 2 tons) each. It depends upon their construction, and also what they will be used for, in regard to the final design of each unit. Here is an overview of what you can expect with these portable gantry cranes that are available.
What Does A Movable Gantry Crane Do?
To understand what one of these mobile gantry cranes are capable of doing, you must first understand what a regular one is capable of. These portal cranes (estas gruas de portal) are able to be positioned with beams on either side, with beams and rails at the top where the trolley can move back and forth. Attached to the trolley is the hoist with the hook and block at the bottom. These can then be positioned where they can lift the objects that need to be moved, easily maneuvering each one using the overhead mechanism. A portable gantry crane is able to do the same, with a few minor changes. First of all, they are not able to lift multiple tons, but just a few, and this is all you really need for smaller projects (Necesidad de proyectos más pequeños) such as moving engines, large rocks for landscaping, and a multitude of other projects.
Where Can You Get Them?
You can buy these at many different stores that sell both gantry and tripod cranes. Most of them have adjustable height up to about 12 feet, and can lift anywhere from 1 ton all the way up to 10 tons. Some of the larger ones can go up to 20 tons but these are extremely tall and not as maneuverable. Essentially, the more weight they are able to lift, the less maneuverable they are going to be, plus you will also need more space inside of your facility if you are going to use them indoors. You can purchase them online from companies that are advertising the cranes that they have available on their website. There are likely a multitude of businesses in your city that offer this type of product. You can also talk to them about the different types of hoists that are available so that you can make sure that not only will it have the capability to lift a sizable amount of weight, it will have the proper machinery to do the job.
Even if you are planning a leisurely project outside, working on your car, or if you have things that you are moving from one mechanic shop to the other and you need to have a gantry crane with a hoist, the portable ones are designed to be easy to maneuver, allowing you to manipulate large amounts of weight that can be transferred from one location to the other. Finally, you need to consider the type of material that the gantry crane is made of. It is recommended that you use aluminum. This is true for both gantry cranes and tripod cranes that are almost always available from the same vendor. Also make sure that they are easy to maneuver, and that the wheels will lock in place, allowing you to do your job.