Jib Cranes

Manual transportation of small loads – as well as relocating and consolidating them – is time-consuming and physically demanding. A slewing crane is an effective solution that can be installed directly at the workstation, eliminating the need to wait for a shared hall crane located elsewhere in the facility. A comprehensive range of lifting mechanisms allows the crane to lift, transport and reposition a wide variety of items safely and efficiently, reducing both set-up and handling time significantly.

• Transporting, relocating and consolidating loads

• Installed directly at the workstation for immediate access

• Suitable for a wide range of industrial applications

Slewing cranes are available in several configurations to suit different working environments. Two of the most common types are the wall-mounted slewing crane and the pillar-mounted slewing crane. Both are straightforward to operate and require only brief familiarisation before use.

The wall-mounted version is fixed to a structural wall and supported by crossbeams, along which an electrically driven runway travels. This allows the crane to reach any point within the arm's radius. One consideration is that the wall itself may limit the available working arc.

The pillar-mounted crane features a robust steel column anchored securely to the floor, with a rotating arm carrying a moveable runway. This configuration is particularly well suited to serving multiple machines. The runway incorporates a steel cable and winch fitted with a hook or other lifting attachment, providing flexible and reliable load handling across the working area.

The slewing crane has a long history, with manual versions already in use in ancient Egypt. The invention of the electric motor marked a turning point, providing the power needed to lift and move heavy workpieces with far greater ease.

Wherever loads need to be moved, the slewing crane offers a practical alternative to the goliath crane. It is particularly well suited to smaller loads, though certain models can handle carrying capacities of up to 100 tonnes.

The slewing crane is one of the most versatile lifting solutions in industry, particularly valued as a workstation support alongside machinery. It enables raw materials and finished products to be precisely positioned within a facility, keeping operations ready for the next stage of processing or dispatch.

Beyond the factory floor, slewing cranes are widely used in other sectors. In yacht harbours, for example, they are employed to lift boats onto trailers or lower them into the water with precision and ease.

Several companies have established strong reputations in the manufacturing of slewing cranes. Among the most recognised suppliers in this sector are ABUS KRANSYSTEME, VETTER KRANTECHNIK, DEMAG, INGERSOLL RAND, PROBST, GIS, VERLINDE, STREET and KITO.