CASTING BAYS · DEMOLDING · STORAGE YARDS · DISPATCH
Precast Concrete Production Cranes
Overhead cranes for the production hall. Gantry cranes and mobile carriers for the yard.
Henan Mine Crane supplies lifting equipment for precast wall panels, slabs, columns, beams, culverts and segments. Each system is configured around the products you manufacture, their approved lifting points and the route from casting to dispatch.
Get a coordinated equipment proposal for mold handling, demolding, finishing, storage and truck loading. The supply scope brings together crane selection, working coverage, controls, lifting-device interfaces and installation support.
What Henan Mine Crane Supplies
One equipment plan for the hall and yard
The production crane and yard-handling equipment are selected within one lifting plan. Hook coverage, transfer positions and loading areas are coordinated so the quotation addresses the complete handling route.
Lifting arrangements matched to the element
We coordinate the crane hooks and lifting-beam geometry with the element’s center of gravity, approved lifting points and permitted orientation. Two-point lifting and turning functions are engineered for the defined product and handling method.
Drawings for building and civil works
General arrangement drawings identify working coverage, clearances and electrical interfaces. Crane wheel loads and structural reactions give the project designer the information needed for runway and foundation design.
Operation and maintenance documentation
The agreed handover package includes operating and maintenance information, electrical drawings, component identification and a recommended spare-parts schedule. Inspection records and site-support services are defined in the order scope.
Crane Coverage from Mold Preparation to Truck Loading
| Production stage | Lifting task | Equipment and layout supplied |
|---|---|---|
| Mold and reinforcement preparation | Move mold sections, steel cages, inserts and tooling into the casting area. | Overhead crane or local hoist coverage with hook approaches matched to the mold and assembly stations. |
| Casting support | Handle concrete buckets where crane-fed casting forms part of the production process. | A lifting arrangement rated for the complete loaded bucket and attachment, with duty matched to the required casting cycle. |
| Demolding | Lift released elements from casting beds or tilting tables. | Crane capacity, lifting height and attachment geometry coordinated with the approved demolding method and element design. |
| Turning and finishing | Reorient suitable panels or components and transfer them to finishing supports. | An engineered lifting arrangement for the defined turning task, including the required hook positions and control modes. |
| Storage | Place beams, panels or segments onto designated supports. | Rail gantry or mobile carrier coverage coordinated with storage lanes, support positions and clearances. |
| Dispatch | Retrieve finished components and place them on trailers. | Loading coverage based on vehicle access, trailer height, support locations and the suspended load envelope. |
Rail-Mounted Gantry Crane Specifications
The following A-type double-girder hook gantry configurations show two specific options for fixed production and storage areas.
| Technical item | 32/5 t configuration | 50/10 t configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Main / auxiliary hook capacity | 32 t / 5 t | 50 t / 10 t |
| Span | 26 m | 26 m |
| Working class | A5 | A5 |
| Main lifting height | 10 m | 10 m |
| Main hoisting speed | 7.5 m/min | 5.9 m/min |
| Auxiliary hoisting speed | 15.4 m/min | 10.4 m/min |
| Trolley travel speed | 37 m/min | 36 m/min |
| Gantry travel speed | 39.4 m/min | 38.5 m/min |
| Maximum wheel load | 276 kN | 377 kN |
| Power supply | 380 V, 50 Hz, three-phase AC | 380 V, 50 Hz, three-phase AC |
These values apply to the stated base configurations. Other spans, lifting heights, power supplies, low-speed controls and environmental protection are specified for the project. Main and auxiliary hook capacities are separate ratings. Final approved crane reactions govern the runway and foundation design.
Select the Crane Around Your Products and Production Cycle
Complete suspended load
Crane selection includes the concrete element, lifting beam, clutches, slings and other suspended equipment. Demolding and turning are assessed as separate load cases, including the applicable release forces and handling conditions.
Lifting height and access
The working layout accounts for mold extraction, rigging height, finishing supports, storage positions and trailer loading. Hook approach and clear leg openings are checked against the complete load envelope.
Operating duty and cycle time
The equipment schedule follows moves per shift, load spectrum, travel distance and the required service. Where one shared crane would delay casting or dispatch, separate production and loading equipment can be compared in the proposal.
Compare Precast Concrete Crane Arrangements
| Crane arrangement | Where it fits | Main layout consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Double-girder overhead crane | Indoor casting, mold handling and component transfer. | Building-supported runway, hook height, end approach and crane reactions. |
| Double-trolley overhead crane | Elements requiring two defined lifting positions. | Individual hook loads, lifting-point spacing and coordinated operating modes. |
| Double-girder rail gantry | Fixed storage lanes, production beds and dispatch zones. | Rail layout, clear leg opening, wheel reactions and loading coverage. |
| Semi-gantry crane | Wall-side handling areas and suitable workshop extensions. | One elevated runway and one ground rail, including vehicle and pedestrian interfaces. |
| Precast concrete straddle carrier | Transport between separated yard pickup and placement points. | Loaded route, steering space, component clearance and pavement reactions. |
| Construction / truss gantry crane | Suitable beam-yard and construction-related lifting. | Selected structure, span, wind design and the project erection or relocation sequence. |
Demolding, Turning and Two-Point Lifting
The crane and lifting devices are coordinated with the approved element and anchor-system design. Concrete release strength, insert resistance and permitted lifting directions determine when and how the element can be handled.
For two-point lifting, the proposal defines the maximum load at each hook and the allowed operating combinations. Coordinated hoisting, low-speed positioning and load monitoring can be included in the specified system.
Two hooks do not automatically share the load equally. Panel turning also requires its own engineered arrangement; an ordinary hook configuration alone does not establish turning capability.
Yard Layout, Pavement and Outdoor Protection
| Operating condition | Project configuration | Practical result |
|---|---|---|
| Long components and vehicle access | Crane span, leg opening, attachment geometry and loading positions developed around the full product envelope. | A layout that allows the element, lifting frame and trailer to occupy their required positions. |
| Rail-mounted yard handling | Calculated wheel and horizontal reactions, runway geometry, rail alignment and foundation interfaces. | The civil designer receives the loads needed to design the runway and foundations. |
| Mobile carrier routes | Travel lanes, turning areas, slopes, crossings and tire / axle reactions assessed together. | The loaded route and pavement design are considered alongside the lifting equipment. |
| Wind, rain and concrete dust | Site-specific weather protection, coatings, electrical enclosures and operating / parking arrangements. | Protection and securing provisions matched to the installation environment. |
The lifting layout also identifies work zones, visibility restrictions and interfaces with other cranes. Travel limits, collision prevention and operating stations are selected for the final arrangement.
What Your Precast Crane Order Includes
| Project stage | Henan Mine Crane deliverable |
|---|---|
| Equipment proposal | Crane schedule, layout, selected duty and motion speeds, controls, lifting-device interfaces and itemized commercial scope. |
| Drawing approval | General arrangement, working coverage, lifting clearances, crane reactions and electrical connection information. |
| Manufacture and factory inspection | The agreed inspection and test plan, witness points and specified factory records for the supplied equipment. |
| Installation and site acceptance | Installation documentation and contracted site support; commissioning and test records for the agreed operating functions. |
| Maintenance handover | Operating instructions, electrical drawings, component identification, maintenance information and the recommended spares schedule. |
The offer identifies crane equipment, lifting beams or attachments, runway rails and steelwork, power supply, freight and site services as included or separately priced items. Manufacturing milestones, shipment terms, warranty coverage and installation responsibilities are stated in the commercial proposal.
Precast Concrete Crane Prices
For the 10–20 ton crane configurations below, allow an approximate equipment budget of US$18,000–80,000 per crane.
| Crane type | Lifting capacity | Approximate equipment price, USD / set |
|---|---|---|
| Single-girder gantry crane | 10 ton | US$18,000–30,000 |
| Double-girder overhead crane | 20 ton | US$40,000–60,000 |
| Double-girder gantry crane | 20 ton | US$45,000–80,000 |
Final pricing follows the selected span, lifting height, working duty, controls and lifting attachments. Freight, import charges, runway and foundation work, installation and commissioning are quoted separately.
Higher-capacity cranes, coordinated lifting systems and mobile precast carriers are priced to the selected project configuration.
Precast Concrete Production Crane FAQs
Which crane is used in precast concrete production?
Overhead cranes serve indoor casting and finishing bays. Rail-mounted gantry cranes handle fixed outdoor storage and loading areas, while precast straddle carriers provide mobile yard handling. The suitable combination follows the product geometry, lifting cycle and plant layout.
How is precast crane lifting capacity selected?
The complete suspended load includes the concrete element and the lifting beam, clutches, slings and other carried equipment. Demolding and turning load cases, lifting-point reactions and the operating duty are assessed before the crane rating is selected.
Can the same crane demold and turn concrete panels?
It can be specified for both tasks when the crane, lifting devices and operating sequence are engineered for the panel design. The arrangement follows the approved concrete release strength, lifting points, anchor-system limits and permitted orientation.
Are two hoists suitable for long precast beams?
A coordinated two-point arrangement can be supplied where the beam design requires it. Individual hook loads and permitted simultaneous operation follow the lifting-point positions and center of gravity. Equal load sharing is not assumed.
Does a mobile precast carrier require ground preparation?
The loaded route must provide suitable pavement capacity, surface condition, slopes and turning space. Final tire and axle reactions are provided for the selected equipment so the route can be assessed.
Is A5 working class suitable for every precast plant?
No. The A5 gantry configurations shown are specific examples. Production frequency, load spectrum, travel distance and required service determine the appropriate crane and mechanism duty for each installation.
How much does a precast concrete production crane cost?
For the 10–20 ton overhead and gantry crane configurations listed, allow an approximate equipment budget of US$18,000–80,000 per crane. The selected span, lifting height, duty, controls and lifting devices determine the final price. Freight, civil works and installation are quoted separately.
What will a precast crane proposal include?
The proposal identifies the equipment schedule, working coverage, principal specifications, controls, lifting-device interfaces, crane reactions and itemized supply scope. Delivery milestones, installation support and warranty coverage are stated in the commercial offer.
Crane Equipment for Precast Concrete Plants
Double-Girder Overhead Cranes
Compare overhead platforms for molds, components and production-bay lifting.
Double-Trolley Overhead Crane
Review two lifting positions for an engineered component-handling arrangement.
Double-Girder Gantry Crane
Plan fixed yard coverage between storage supports and loading positions.
Precast Concrete Straddle Carrier
Explore mobile lifting and transport for oversized precast products.
Construction Gantry Crane
Review gantry arrangements for suitable beam-yard and construction duties.
Semi-Gantry Crane
Develop lifting coverage alongside an existing building or production bay.
Request a Precast Concrete Crane Layout and Quote
Plan production-bay lifting, yard storage and dispatch with a coordinated equipment package from Henan Mine Crane.
Receive a crane selection, working-area layout, technical specification and itemized quotation. The proposal sets out the equipment, lifting-device interfaces, structural reactions and agreed delivery and site-support scope.
Start with your main product weights and dimensions, lifting-point drawings and a plant or yard sketch. Add the production target and planned installation window so the equipment layout can follow the operating schedule.
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