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Gantry Crane Installation

Complete Details for Smooth Installation

By DgcranePublished 11 months ago 2 min read

In modern manufacturing and construction industries, gantry cranes play a crucial role as highly efficient lifting equipment. Proper installation not only ensures the normal operation of the equipment but also significantly enhances work efficiency and safety. This guide will provide a detailed overview of the gantry crane installation process, key considerations, and solutions to common issues, helping you successfully complete the installation and ensure optimal performance in various environments. Whether you are an experienced professional or a first-time user, this guide will offer practical advice and in-depth insights.

Tools Required for Crane Installation

The selection and use of tools are crucial during the installation of gantry cranes. The right tools not only improve work efficiency but also ensure the safety and accuracy of the installation process. For example, wrenches and hydraulic jacks are essential for tightening and adjustments, while welding machines are important for connecting structural components. A lack of necessary tools can lead to improper installation, even resulting in safety accidents. Therefore, having a complete set of tools is essential for high-quality installation, ensuring that each step proceeds smoothly and laying a solid foundation for safe operations afterward.

Typically, the following tools are required for gantry crane installation: wrenches, gear oil, welding machines, hydraulic jacks, hand winches, steel tapes, pulling ropes, steel wire ropes for lifting, steel wire rope pulling sleeves, auxiliary installation tools for legs, leg installation platforms, forklifts, small-tonnage truck cranes, and large-tonnage truck cranes.

Gantry Crane Installation

Add gear oil to the reducer before installation

  • Lubrication: Gear oil effectively lubricates the gears and bearings inside the reducer, reducing friction and wear, thus extending the service life of the reducer.
  • Heat dissipation: Lubricating oil helps dissipate the heat generated during the operation of the reducer, maintaining it within the normal working temperature range and preventing overheating.
  • Rust prevention: Gear oil forms a protective film on metal surfaces, preventing moisture and oxidation, thus reducing the risk of rust.
  • Cleanliness: High-quality gear oil helps remove impurities and dirt from inside the reducer, keeping the internal components clean and ensuring proper operation.

Calculate the crane installation position and ensure equal diagonal measurements

  • Ensure levelness: Confirming that the diagonals are equal is an effective method to check if the foundation is level. Only a level installation can ensure the crane’s stability and prevent tilting or imbalance during operation.
  • Enhance safety: An imbalanced installation can lead to the risk of the crane tipping over or falling during use. Therefore, ensuring equal diagonals helps improve overall safety and reduce the likelihood of accidents.
  • Optimize operational efficiency: A level and symmetrical installation position allows the crane to distribute loads more efficiently during operation, improving its operational efficiency and reducing the likelihood of mechanical failures.
  • Extend equipment lifespan: Improper installation may cause excessive wear and component damage. Confirming that the diagonals are equal ensures an even distribution of forces across all parts, which helps extend the crane’s lifespan.

Ground Installation Phase

Main beam connection installation
End beam connection installation
Cable chain guide installation
Guardrail installation
Saddle installation

Low-altitude Lifting Phase

Installation of the traveling mechanism and lower cross beam
Installation of flexible legs
Installation of cables and platform
Installation of rigid legs
Installation of the cable reel
Installation of the ladder
Installation of the work platform
Reconfirmation of equal diagonals
Installation of the operator’s cabin
Installation of the ladder
Use of hydraulic jacks to assist with the installation of the legs and main beam
Connection of the rigid legs
Connection of the flexible legs
Removal of the work platform and cables
Removal of leg auxiliary tools
Trolley lifting
Installation of the cable chain
Lifting of the rain cover

Wire Rope and Hook Installation Phase

Release the torsion of the wire rope
Connect the rope sleeve and pull the main wire rope
Pull and install the main wire rope using the smaller rope
Lower the wire rope and install the hook
Installation of the wire rope and hook

Installation Complete

When you purchase our gantry crane, you not only get exceptional equipment but also benefit from professional on-site installation services to ensure the equipment is quickly and safely put into use. Additionally, we offer flexible remote guidance services, with technical experts available online throughout the process to help you easily resolve any installation issues. Whichever option you choose, we provide you with worry-free and reliable installation support to help your project progress smoothly.

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