Bridge cranes bring significant benefits to warehouse operations by improving production efficiency, reducing labor costs, optimizing space utilization and reducing cargo damage. At the same time, due to its easy operation, safety and reliability, bridge cranes are also favored by warehouse managers. Dongqi Crane provides customized cranes for various corporate warehouses around the world every year.

In order to help customers more easily understand the customization process of overhead cranes in warehouses, Dongqi Crane today shared a process of customizing overhead cranes for a sugar factory in East Java, Indonesia. This batch of cranes will be used for material handling in the new warehouse of the sugar factory

Customized bridge crane
For this project, the crane company supplied a custom-designed open capstan hoist with dual rolling drums that helped ensure the load did not move laterally during lifting and lowering. The lifting mechanism is M8 (heavy-duty rated), which the crane company says reflects the high frequency with which the crane will be used for product movement. The crane is rated for a long-stroke speed of 60 meters per minute, a lateral travel speed of 20m/m and a lifting speed of 7.8 m/m.

The GMTS integrates an automated safety system that recognizes people and identification tags on the forklift to stop the crane and avoid collision with the lifting beam. In addition, radio control of the cab is provided by the GMTS, with power distribution via an insulated conductor system to supply power to the main lifting panel.

The company secured the order because it is one of the few companies in South Africa that can combine its experience and capabilities in supplying M8 equipment while meeting such a “demanding and complex” need.

Bridge crane in sugar warehouse
Bridge crane in sugar warehouse
Bridge crane in sugar warehouse
Bridge crane in sugar warehouse
Safety issues you need to pay attention to when using overhead cranes in warehouses
The project’s squadron crane working level requirement is M8, which also means that warehouse workers need to face greater safety issues when using overhead cranes. Regarding the safety issues that bridge cranes may face during the entire installation process and use, we can summarize the following points:

Foundation and overhead crane installation:

Make sure the foundation is level and clear of obstructions to prevent the crane from shaking or tilting while in operation.
The installation location of the overhead crane should be carefully chosen to avoid conflict with other equipment or structures within the warehouse.
Electrical Safety and Equipment Inspections:

The electrical installation of the crane must be kept in good condition, and all cables and leads should be strong and reliable to avoid the risk of electrical failure or leakage.
Regularly check electrical systems and equipment to ensure they are in normal working order and prevent potential safety hazards.
Operating procedures and signal transmission:

Develop clear operating procedures to ensure operators are familiar with and comply with them.
Clarify the meaning of each instruction and signal transmitted by the crane and signal, and use standard action language to issue instructions to avoid misoperation.
Load management and safety distance:

Distribute the load strictly in accordance with the crane’s specifications and load requirements to avoid overloading or unbalanced load distribution.
Maintain a sufficient safe distance and prohibit people or objects from standing under the crane or on the machinery to prevent accidents.
Operation monitoring and maintenance:

During the operation of the crane, its operating status should be strictly monitored to ensure that the maximum load is not exceeded.
Carry out regular internal inspections and maintenance on the crane to ensure that its various components and key accessories are in good condition.
Safety considerations in special circumstances:

Sugar warehouses may have special environments such as dust and moisture, so it is necessary to ensure that the crane has good dust-proof and moisture-proof performance.
Consider the characteristics of sugar to avoid damage or contamination of sugar by the crane during operation.
Personnel training and safety awareness:

Provide professional training to operators to familiarize them with crane operation and safety regulations.
Improve the safety awareness of all employees and ensure that they understand the safety precautions in the crane operating area.
Dongqi Crane Provides Customized Bridge Cranes For Sugar Factory Warehouses