Project Background: Improving Material Handling Efficiency in a Russian Manufacturing Plant
Recently, HSCRANE successfully delivered 16 underhung single girder overhead cranes to a large Russian machinery manufacturer. The client mainly produces steel structures and mechanical components. During production, steel materials, semi-finished products, and equipment parts require frequent handling.
The original workshop relied on forklifts and manual transportation. This resulted in low efficiency. It also created safety risks. As production capacity expanded. The client decided to install a reliable lifting system. This system would enable fast material transfer and precise positioning inside the workshop.
After comparing several international suppliers. The client selected HSCRANE as the equipment provider. The HSCRANE team designed a customized underhung single girder overhead crane solution. This solution matched the workshop structure and rail layout. It significantly improved space utilization and operational efficiency.
Customized Design: Suitable for Low Headroom Workshop Structures
The client’s workshop has limited building height. Traditional overhead cranes could not meet the requirements. Therefore HSCRANE engineers recommended an underhung single girder overhead crane design.
This crane operates suspended beneath the building steel structure. It also runs under I-beam rails. This design saves space. It also increases available headroom. It is suitable for renovation of old industrial buildings. Many factories in Russia have similar structures.
During the design phase. HSCRANE engineers focused on optimizing several aspects:
- Overall crane structural strength
- Operational stability
- Adaptation to low temperature environments
- Electrical system reliability
All equipment was designed and manufactured according to international standards. This ensures long-term stable operation in complex industrial environments.
Project Execution: Production and Delivery of 16 Underhung Single Girder Overhead Cranes
A total of 16 underhung single girder overhead cranes were produced for this project. HSCRANE strictly followed quality control procedures during production. Multiple inspections were conducted from raw material procurement to final testing.
After assembly, the equipment underwent several tests:
- No-load running test
- Rated load test
- Electrical system inspection
- Safety protection function test
After passing all tests. The cranes were protected with professional packaging solutions. This ensured safe transportation during long-distance sea shipping. Finally, the cranes were delivered to the Russian factory by container transport.
Technical Specifications of the Underhung Single Girder Overhead Cranes
The main technical specifications of the delivered equipment are as follows:
- Product type: Underhung single girder overhead crane
- Quantity: 16 units
- Rated lifting capacity: 3 tons / 5 tons
- Span: 7. 5 m – 12 m
- Ketinggian mengangkat: 6 m
- Kelajuan mengangkat: 8 m/min
- Trolley traveling speed: 20 m/min
- Crane traveling speed: 20 m/min
- Working class: A3 / A4
- Power supply: 380V / 50Hz / 3 Phase
- Control method: Wireless remote control and pendant control
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +40°C
The equipment uses high-quality electric hoists. Low-temperature resistant electrical components are also used. These configurations ensure reliable operation in Russia’s cold climate.
Customer Feedback: Significant Production Efficiency Improvement
After installation. The client highly praised the crane performance. The underhung single girder overhead cranes operate smoothly. They also produce low noise. The cranes move flexibly in narrow workshop spaces.
Compared with the previous handling method. The new system improved material transportation efficiency by about 40%. It also greatly reduced manual labor intensity.
The successful implementation of this project further demonstrates HSCRANE’s expertise. It highlights our strong capability in customized industrial crane solutions.
