Freestanding Bridge Cranes
Freestanding bridge cranes utilize enclosed track technology that is high in strength, low in weight and provides superb ergonomics.
- Average Productivity increase 28%
- One pound of force will move 100-lbs of load
- Capacities up to 4,000-lbs
- Design safety factor 5 to 1 ration
- Ship times within 10-15 days
- 10 year warranty
- Bridge spans up to 34’
- Runway spans up to 30’
- Runway lengths- 200’+
- Track series available in Steel, Aluminum & Stainless Steel
Freestanding Bridge Cranes Major Advantages:
- Enclosed track cranes are up to three times easier to move than traditional bridge cranes.
- The design virtually eliminates dirt and dust from the rolling surface, thus reducing wear on the wheels of the trolley and end trucks.
- The smooth running surface means lower rolling resistance.
- The low profile of the steel track allows the system to be installed where headroom is a problem.
- The low track weight reduces the applied forces exerted on the supporting structure.
- Long spans allow systems to be installed where support assemblies are infrequent (up to 30 feet with steel truss design). This reduces the possibility of the support columns interfering with the work cell layout.
- Four distinct sizes of track — 250, 500, 1000, and 2000 series — enable you to keep bridge weights and costs to a minimum.
- Capacities- 250, 500, 1,000, 2,000 & 4,000-lbs
- Bridges widths- up to 34’
- Runway length- 100’ +
- Support centers- 6’, 20’, 25’ & 35’
- Bridge material- steel & aluminum
Freestanding bridge cranes provide a versatile and efficient overhead lifting solution for facilities where ceiling-mounted support structures are unavailable or impractical. Their self-supporting design allows them to be installed almost anywhere on the factory floor, making them ideal for new workstations, production line expansions, or facility reconfigurations without major building modifications.
These crane systems improve material flow by allowing heavy loads to be moved smoothly and precisely between workstations while reducing manual handling and operator fatigue. Their enclosed track design provides low rolling resistance, accurate load positioning, and ergonomic operation to enhance productivity, workplace safety, and overall operational efficiency.
Freestanding bridge cranes are commonly used in manufacturing facilities, warehouses, assembly lines, maintenance areas, and distribution centers where reliable overhead lifting is essential. Their modular design also allows systems to be expanded, relocated, or reconfigured as operational needs change, providing long-term flexibility for growing facilities.
Built with a durable structural design and available in a wide range of configurations, freestanding bridge cranes deliver dependable performance, long-term reliability, and efficient material handling for today’s industrial environments. Their combination of strength, adaptability, and ergonomic operation makes them an excellent solution for improving workflow while maximizing productivity.
