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Truss cranes are a specialized type of overhead lifting system designed with a lightweight truss-style bridge. The structure is composed of interconnected members that efficiently distribute loads, allowing the crane to support significant weight while minimizing its overall mass.
Truss cranes are a specialized type of overhead lifting system designed with a lightweight truss-style bridge. The structure is composed of interconnected members that efficiently distribute loads, allowing the crane to support significant weight while minimizing its overall mass.
Truss cranes provide a strong yet lightweight alternative to traditional bridge cranes. This design reduces stress on the supporting structure and can improve mobility when used in freestanding systems or buildings with load restrictions. AFE Crane designs and fabricates custom truss cranes to meet specific lifting needs, especially in applications where a standard bridge crane would be too heavy or require additional support steel. Our engineering team ensures each truss crane delivers the right balance of performance, safety, and efficiency for your operation.
Truss cranes provide a strong yet lightweight alternative to traditional bridge cranes. This design reduces stress on the supporting structure and can improve mobility when used in freestanding systems or buildings with load restrictions. AFE Crane designs and fabricates custom truss cranes to meet specific lifting needs, especially in applications where a standard bridge crane would be too heavy or require additional support steel. Our engineering team ensures each truss crane delivers the right balance of performance, safety, and efficiency for your operation.
Truss cranes are a unique type of lifting equipment that offers distinct advantages over other types of cranes in certain applications. A key advantage is its strength and lightweight design using a structure, made of interconnected members to efficiently distributes loads. This allows the crane to handle heavy loads without excessive weight which is crucial for mobility and reducing structural stress.
Truss cranes are built using a single bridge girder supported by two trusses. The trusses allow the span of the crane to be up to 125’ and capacities up to 10 ton. Typically, truss cranes provide better available lift of heavy loads but can sacrifice in terms of overhead clearances compared to conventional girder bridge cranes. The required amount of headroom is dependent on the crane span and capacity. Like double girder cranes, the hoist/trolleys used in truss cranes are mounted between the two trusses, keeping a great high hook. Compared to an equivalent box girder beam, truss cranes require less material allowing runway and support structure to use less material and cut costs. A truss crane can be built in a top running and under hung configuration, but typically always use an under hung hoist/trolley. As with other custom bridge cranes, truss cranes are best implemented as part of the original building design.
Truss cranes offer versatile lifting solutions for various industries, and their modular design allows for a range of customization options to meet specific operational needs. Whether optimizing for load capacity, span, or environmental conditions, AFE Crane provides tailored solutions to enhance efficiency and safety.
Single or dual hoist setups, along with motorized, hand-pushed, or air-powered trolleys, ensure smooth load handling and precise positioning.
Adjustable height options allow for optimized lifting in facilities with spatial constraints or high-clearance demands.
Options include pendant, radio remote, or automated control systems for enhanced operator convenience and safety.
For outdoor or harsh environments, weather-resistant coatings, stainless steel components, and galvanization can extend crane longevity.
If you don’t see the customization you’re looking for, AFE Crane can design a solution to fit your specific needs. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
AFE utilizes a large comprehensive supply chain for materials and parts in addition to establishing long term relationships with our parts vendors. This relationship helps us to expedite parts so that your equipment can be repaired quickly.
Understanding Truss Cranes: A Structural Overview Truss cranes feature a distinctive triangular framework that leverages geometric rigidity to deliver superior strength and stability while
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