Jib Cranes

Gain versatility and efficiency in moving large, heavy materials from one work space to another

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Choose a jib crane when you need:

to improve materials handling efficiency
to increase productivity in moving large, heavy materials from one work station to another
to move large, heavy materials cost effectively
to move bulky materials from work station to work station through a process
to repeatedly lift, transition and transfer a load within a certain radius

Free Standing Base Plate Mount

Sturdy and reliable, these need no building structure supports. Through a permanent concrete foundation to anchor the crane and function as a counterweight for loads, maximum capacities rely only on the foundation size, span length and I-beam size.

Free Standing Sleeve Insert Mount

A second-pour reinforced foundation supports the sleeve, and offers great advantages: a full 360 degree rotation, full use of floor area below the crane, and relocation of the crane without damage to the mast. Use where space and layouts require flexibility.

Full Cantilever Mast

A lower cost jib crane that offers 360 degrees of rotation without the need for a mounting foundation (which can sometimes cost more than the crane). Crane mounts to the building floor at the bottom and to an overhead steel building support at the top.

Drop Cantilever Mast

When support girders and other obstructions get in the way, a drop cantilever jib crane allows mast installation at uppermost anchor points of a building with boom installed at a height needed for full rotation of the boom arm. Permanent mount that is strong and stable.

Wall-Mounted Cantilever

An excellent choice for the highest potential underboom clearance. Can install close to ceilings for more underboom height with a 200 degree rotation. Transmits less direct force to building supports than a tie rod jib crane. Welded or bolted shipping option.

Wall Bracket & Tie Rod

There is no support mast under the boom, so you can maximize space usage under the boom right up to the support structure and within a 200 degree rotation area. Cost effective choice if there's plenty of overhead clearance and support column strength.

Selecting a jib crane
Selecting a jib crane to match application requirements involves assessing key elements such as operation type, available structure, needed options, and cost of jib crane plus installation. Consider the following factors in selecting the appropriate jib crane type and capacity for your operations:
Span is the length of the boom from the midpoint of the mast, or mid-point of wall bracket, to the end of the boom. This length should be the total distance out from the mast that materials will be lifted from and allow for trolley and hoist mechanism width.
Working span is calculated on amount of working space needed; working distance is about 1/2 the trolley length from the end of the beam (or distance from the vertical support member to the end of the beam)
Rotation is determined by the type of jib crane selected; free standing and mast type jib cranes offer 360 degrees of rotations while wall mounted cranes provide 200 degrees of rotation
Capacity rating of jib crane must exceed maximum weight of materials to be handled and is based on the design load which includes allowance for the hoist and trolley weights plus impact load and deflection compensation
Underboom height is the distance from the floor to the underside of the boom and should exceed the lifting distance required for effective materials handling
Overall height is the highest point of the crane after installation and should fit within the available headroom that is free of obstructions in order for the boom to move freely
Power-motor considerations include how much power is needed, which components need power (jib rotation, trolley, hoist or all three), how and where the power will be supplied, and whether system will be used indoors or out. Installation involves ease of assembly, and support needs (whether or not a second-pour foundation or building supports are needed)