Slab Handling Crane
Parameters of Slab Handling Crane Manufactured by Henan Mine Crane
| Parameter | Specification | Remarks |
| Rated Lifting Capacity | 20t – 150t (50+50t standard) | Customizable for different slab weights |
| Span | 10m – 39m | Extended on request for large steel mill workshop |
| Lifting Height | 5m – 23m | Adapt to continuous casting line and slab warehouse |
| Working Temperature | -20℃ ~ 650℃ (ambient) | Heat insulation treatment for key components |
| Control System | PLC module + HMI touch screen + WLK master controller | Zero position self-reset and locking device |
| Wheel Manufacturing Process | Forging and rolling composite process | 20% longer service life than traditional forging wheels |
| Working Class | A7 – A8 | Suitable for high-intensity intermittent operation in metallurgical industry |
| Lifting Speed | 1m/min – 8m/min | Stepless speed regulation for precise hoisting |
| Crane Travel Speed | 10m/min – 30m/min | Anti-rail gnawing, stable operation for heavy load |
| Clamp Device | Automatic opening and closing with locking function | Suitable for slabs ≥150mm thickness |
| Power Supply | 380V/50Hz; 220V-660V/60Hz | Customizable for global power grids |
| Protection Level | IP55 | Dust-proof, heat-resistant for metallurgical environment |
| Structural Feature | Modular assembly | High-strength steel main beam with heat insulation |
| Certification | JB/T 7688.4-2013 | Assist in CE/ISO9001/GOST/FEM application |
Henan Mine Crane manufactured Slab Handling Crane Product Introduction
Henan Mine Crane manufactured Slab Handling Crane Product Introduction
Henan Mine Crane YB Slab Handling Crane is a special equipment for the metallurgical industry developed in strict compliance with JB/T 7688.4-2013 “Metallurgical Crane Technical Conditions Part 4: Slab Handling Crane” standard.
As a core subsection of metallurgical overhead cranes, with PLC intelligent control, multiple insulation protection, high durability wheel technology as the core highlights, with vertical lifting, longitudinal and lateral movement functions, can be completed in the metallurgical workshop in a high temperature radiation environment in an intermittent, repetitive way of high temperature (≤ 650 ℃) and room temperature slab handling, stacking, loading and unloading operations, Henan Mine Crane in the field of metallurgical lifting special benchmark products. Benchmark products.
This high-temperature slab stacking crane deeply meets the operational needs of global metallurgical enterprises, and is compatible with the global universal spare parts specifications, significantly reducing the subsequent maintenance and spare parts replacement costs, and is suitable for continuous casting production and finished product warehousing operations in the global iron and steel, metallurgical and other industries.

1. Product core positioning and design standards
The core positioning of YB type slab handling crane is to provide the global metallurgical industry with “high-temperature adaptability, precision and efficiency, durability and stability” of the slab special lifting solutions.
2. Core structure design
The whole structure of the crane is designed around the three core requirements of intelligent and precise control, high-temperature heat insulation and protection, and high durability and load-bearing, and it is a metallurgical-specific modular structure, with the core consisting of three key parts, and the structures work together to realize safe, efficient and stable lifting in high-temperature environments.
2.1 Intelligent control system: the linkage platform integrates PLC module and human-machine interface touch screen with WLK-type master command controller, which has a clear sense of touch, clear gears, and is equipped with zero position self-recovery and locking device to effectively prevent misoperation.
2.2 High-temperature protection structure: the main beam, end beams and other key structural parts are wrapped with multi-layer heat-insulating materials and professional heat-insulating treatment, which can effectively resist high-temperature radiation and ensure the long-term stable operation of the equipment in the environment around the 650℃ high-temperature slab.
2.3 Highly durable load-bearing system: the main beam is made of high-quality high-strength steel welded and formed, with non-destructive testing and stress-relief treatment, which has a strong load-bearing capacity and good resistance to deformation, and can be adapted to meet the needs of lifting slabs of different tonnages ranging from 20t to 150t.

3. Core product advantages
As a special crane for the metallurgical industry, its core advantages are centered on intelligent precision, high-temperature adaptability, durability and energy-saving, safety and reliability, which perfectly fit the operation and procurement pain points of global steel enterprises, and are also the core highlights that differentiate it from the general overhead travelling crane:
3.1 PLC intelligent control, precise and efficient operation: the combination of PLC module and human-machine interface, together with the WLK type master command controller, the operating gears are clear and accurate positioning, and the zero position locking function avoids misoperation, which can greatly improve the efficiency of slab handling and stacking, and reduce the damage caused by slab knocking, especially suitable for the high-frequency and high-precision lifting needs of continuous casting production line.
3.2 Multiple heat insulation protection, high temperature stable operation: professional heat insulation treatment of key structural components and the selection of high-temperature-resistant electrical components, so that the equipment can continue to operate in a high-temperature radiation environment, without frequent shutdowns to cool down, to solve the problem of high-temperature failure of ordinary cranes in the metallurgical workshop, to protect the production line continuous operation.
3.3 Strengthened component design, longer service life: the application of forged and milled composite process wheels, so that the wheel life increased by 20%, reducing the frequency of spare parts replacement.
3.4 Complete safety configuration, comprehensive risk prevention and control: In addition to the zero locking device, the clamp device is equipped with an anti-fall locking mechanism, and the electrical system is equipped with multiple safety devices such as overload protection and travel limit, which is fully in line with the safety standards for metallurgical cranes, and avoids operational risks from the operational, structural, and electrical dimensions.
3.5 Modular design, convenient global adaptation: the whole machine adopts modular assembly structure, the main beam, end beam, clamp and other components can be disassembled and assembled independently, adapting to different specifications of metallurgical workshops around the world.

4. Global adaptability of products and core application scenarios
4.1 Core application scenarios: This continuous casting line slab crane is widely used in various metallurgical enterprises around the world, including continuous casting production line billet span, billet warehouse, finished product warehouse, heating furnace feeding area, etc., can undertake high temperature (≤ 650 ℃) and room temperature slab handling, stacking, loading and unloading vehicles and other operations, suitable for thickness of 150mm or more slab or bloom lifting, is the core lifting equipment in the steel production process. It is the core lifting equipment in the steel production process.
4.2 Global standards and grid adaptation: the product complies with the Chinese JB/T 7688.4-2013 standard, and the core components are compatible with the international FEM standard and EU CE certification system.
4.3 Global environment adaptation: the high-temperature protection design and enhanced component selection of the equipment can be adapted to different metallurgical workshop operating environments around the world, including high-temperature radiation, high dust, slight corrosion and other scenarios.
4.4 Operation and Installation Adaptation: Equipped with multi-language operation interface (adapted to the use habits of operators in different regions of the world).

5. Global exclusive supporting services
Henan Mine Crane, as a professional manufacturer of metallurgical special cranes, provides a full range of exclusive ancillary services to meet the operational needs of global customers in the metallurgical industry, completely eliminating the concerns of global procurement:
5.1 Data support: Provide a full set of multi-language technical data, including product test reports, installation drawings, operation manuals, maintenance manuals, all in line with international metallurgical industry standards, to facilitate global customers for local equipment access procedures and operator training;
5.2 Installation guidance: equipped with 7 * 24-hour global remote video installation guidance, technicians are qualified to install metallurgical cranes, real-time answers to the installation of high-temperature environment specifications, but also according to customer demand to arrange for professional and technical personnel door-to-door installation and debugging
5.3 Spare parts guarantee: there are spare parts agents in Germany, the United States, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates and other global core regions, global customers can be shipped to neighboring countries / regions within 72 hours after the order, to ensure the timely supply of spare parts;
5.4 After-sales technology: the opening of 7 * 24 hours multi-language after-sales hotline, equipped with professional metallurgical crane technical engineers, complex faults can be arranged for overseas outlets of professional and technical personnel to deal with the door to minimize the loss of equipment downtime.

What Can Henan Mine Crane Slab Handling Crane Offer You?
| Value Category | Specific Benefits | Description |
| Operational Precision | PLC intelligent control; WLK master controller | High positioning accuracy, avoid slab collision damage |
| High Temperature Adaptability | Heat insulation treatment; high-temperature resistant components | Stable operation in 650℃ ambient environment, ensure continuous production |
| Component Durability | Forging-rolling composite wheel; high-strength main beam | 20% longer wheel service life, reduce long-term maintenance cost |
| Operational Safety | Multiple safety devices; clamp anti-fall locking | Avoid misoperation and slab falling risks, ensure workshop safety |
| Global Compatibility | International standards compliance; customizable power supply | Adapt to global power grids and metallurgical industry norms, direct export |
| Installation & Maintenance | Modular assembly; international standard parts | Easy on-site installation, convenient spare parts procurement globally |
| Production Efficiency | High working class A7-A8; stepless speed regulation | Meet high-intensity operation needs, improve slab handling efficiency |
| Scene Adaptability | Customizable capacity/span; multi-type clamp | Fit different continuous casting lines and slab specifications |
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Application Scenarios of Slab Handling Crane Manufactured by Henan Mine Crane
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Hot rolling slab production workshopSlab Handling Crane is suitable for hot rolling production line in iron and steel mills, specializing in lifting and transporting high-temperature hot rolling slabs and continuous casting billets, relying on the heavy-duty reinforced structure and high-temperature-resistant design, and smoothly clamping and transferring high-temperature slabs.
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Continuous casting billet transfer sectionSlab handling cranes are used in the continuous casting process area of the steel plant to receive the billets and slabs produced by the continuous casting machine and realize the directional transfer of billets from the continuous casting area to the rolling area.
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Heavy plate processing workshopSlab handling cranes are designed for heavy plate smelting and processing workshop, lifting heavy billets such as medium-thick billets and extra-thick billets to meet the needs of billet lifting, stacking and transferring in the whole process of heavy plate production line.
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Slab storage areaSlab handling cranes are used for the storage of finished slabs in steel mills to realize the regular stacking, loading and unloading of slabs out of the warehouse, and the high-strength spreaders are suitable for different specifications of slabs to improve the management and transfer efficiency of slabs in the warehouse area.
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Special steel smelting workshopSlab handling crane is suitable for special steel smelting production section, lifting alloy slabs, mold steel billets and other special billets, to ensure the stability and safety of special slab lifting process.
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Section steel billet pretreatment workshopSlab handling crane is used in steel billet pretreatment, grinding section, lifting slabs for pre-grinding, flaw detection operations, to reduce the loss of billet transit bumps.
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Your most concerned questions and answers about Henan Mine Crane manufactured Slab Handling Crane
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What flexible cooperation options are available for international clients?Answer: We offer globally competitive cost-performance ratios and diversified international cooperation solutions! We provide multiple trade term options including FOB, CIF, and DDP, along with customized payment methods such as letters of credit, installment payments, and milestone-based project payments.
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What is the difference between slab handling cranes and general-purpose overhead cranes?Answer: The core difference is reflected in three aspects: scene adaptation, structural design and safety configuration. General-purpose overhead cranes are general-purpose equipment that cannot adapt to the high-temperature radiation environment of metallurgical workshops.
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What is the maximum ambient temperature that the equipment can withstand?Answer: The core structure and electrical components of the equipment have been designed for high-temperature adaptation, and can operate stably for a long time in an environment of ≤650℃, which is the mainstream high-temperature adaptation standard for the handling of metallurgical slabs.
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What is the actual service life of forging and lapping?Answer: The forging and lapping composite process is first forged and then strengthened by lapping, so that the internal grain of the wheel is finer and the surface hardness is higher, so that the service life is more than 20% higher than that of the traditional forged wheels.
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What is the customization range of Slab Handling Crane?Answer: It can be customized in all dimensions, and can customize the equipment with rated lifting capacity of 20t-150t, span of 10m-39m, and lifting height of 5m-23m according to the customer's workshop dimensions, slab weight, and operation flow.
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Do the products comply with international metallurgical standards?Answer: The products strictly follow the international FEM metallurgical standards, the European Union CE certification system, we can assist with CE, ISO9001, GOST and other international certifications according to customer needs, and can be directly exported to many countries!
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Is it difficult to install the crane for metallurgy?Answer: The installation difficulty is much lower than that of traditional metallurgical cranes, and no large-scale special equipment is required. The equipment adopts modular assembly design, the main beam, end beams, clamps, etc. are independent modules, single module weight can be controlled
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What do I need to pay attention to for daily maintenance?Answer: The core of daily maintenance centers around three aspects: high temperature protection, lubrication and maintenance, and safety inspection. These operations can be completed by ordinary workers with simple training, without the need for professional high-temperature equipment maintenance personnel.
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What safety measures are provided?Answer: We have set up multiple safety measures to eliminate the risk of falling slabs from the root.
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Can the clamp be customized?Answer: It is possible to customize our clamping devices. We have various types of clamping devices to choose from, and we can customize the appropriate clamping specifications and clamping force according to the thickness (≥150mm), width, and length of the slab.
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What is the lead time for a single unit?Answer: The delivery cycle for a single unit of conventional specifications (50+50t) is 15-30 days, the delivery cycle for customized tonnage/span models is 30-45 days, and bulk purchase of 5 units and above can compress the delivery cycle by 15%.
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Compared with Konecranes metallurgical cranes, what is the cost-effective advantage?Answer: The whole life cycle cost of our YB type slab handling crane is more than 50% lower than that of Konecranes, and the cost-effective advantage is very outstanding, with the same specifications and configuration of the model, Konecranes price is 3-4 times higher than ours, we are factory direct supply without intermediaries, and we have our own core technology, which saves a lot of cost.
Operating Slab Handling Crane
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Each crane must display a rated load capacity plate in a conspicuous location.
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No personnel are permitted on the girder during operation, nor may the hook be used to transport persons
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Operation is prohibited without a valid operator's license or under the influence of alcohol.
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Operators must maintain full concentration during operation; talking, smoking, or engaging in unrelated activities is strictly forbidden.
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Keep the crane clean and tidy; do not store equipment, tools, flammable materials, explosives, or hazardous substances haphazardly.
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Do not overload the crane.
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When operating along obstacle-free paths, the hook, lifting device, or bottom surface of the load must remain at least 2 meters above ground level. When crossing obstacles, the load must clear the obstacle by at least 0.5 meters
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For loads under 50% of rated capacity, both lifting mechanisms may operate simultaneously. For loads exceeding 50% of rated capacity, only one mechanism may operate.
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.For bridge cranes equipped with main and auxiliary hooks, do not simultaneously raise or lower both hooks (except under special circumstances).
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Welding or hammering on suspended loads, or working beneath suspended loads, is prohibited (except when properly supported).
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Inspection or maintenance work may only be performed after power has been disconnected and a “Do Not Operate” sign is displayed on the power switch. If live work is unavoidable, implement safety measures and assign dedicated supervision.
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Do not throw objects from the vehicle indiscriminately.
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Regularly inspect limit switches and interlock protection devices.
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Do not use limit switch impact as a stopping method.
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Do not lift or lower loads when hoist brakes malfunction.
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Do not operate the hoist above personnel or equipment.
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When welding any part of the crane, use a dedicated ground wire; do not use the crane body as a ground.
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When the hook is at its lowest position, ensure at least two full turns of safety rope remain on the drum.
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Cranes must not collide with each other; using one crane to push another into operation is strictly prohibited.
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When lifting heavy objects, molten metal, explosives, or hazardous materials, first slowly raise the load 100–200 mm off the ground to test brake reliability.
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Maintenance and inspection lighting must operate at voltages below 36V.
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All electrical equipment enclosures on bridge cranes must be grounded. If trolley rails are not welded to the main girder, grounding measures must be implemented. Grounding conductors may use galvanized flat iron with a cross-sectional area exceeding 75mm², bare copper wire of 10mm², or galvanized round steel exceeding 30mm². The operator's cab or crane body shall have more than two grounding points. The grounding resistance from any point on the crane to the power supply neutral point shall be less than 4Ω.
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