The swing jib crane is a useful piece of lifting equipment and a perfect alternative to those heavy duty overhead travelling cranes. It is often a low maintenance crane and installation is never complicated. Having one of these cranes will no doubt increase productivity because of its efficiency when it comes to performance.
When buying a swing jib crane there are a few things to consider that will help you make the right choice. They are as follows:
The Dimensions
Various dimensions need to be considered when buying this kind of crane. You will need to consider the beam height, the load height and ensure that there is a six inch safety margin to guarantee safe traversing. This will help you select the right jib crane to meet your operational needs.
The Rotation Options
A swing jib crane comes with various rotation options. The cranes that cover larger area are the best option because they are able to lift weights located further and will therefore save a lot of time. However, installing a rotation stop is advised when having cranes that rotate too far. This is to prevent unnecessary property damage.
The capacity
Depending on the heaviness of the weights lifted, choose a jib crane that has the capacity to lift them. Know the maximum weight the jib crane can lift and you will know if it is adequate to serve in yourlifting operations. However, always choose a crane with impressive lifting capacity if you always have very heavy loads just to be prepared for the very heaviest.
The Type
The style and configuration determines the types of cranes. There are generally two types of the swing jib cranes available and they are:-
– The free- standing jib crane
– The Wall mounted jib crane
The Free Standing Jib Crane
Also known as the floor-mounted jib crane this jib crane’s arm is usually held in place by a floo -mounted support which is usually secured by chemical anchors that are fitted to both the ground and base plate. This kind of crane could be under-braced or over-braced in case there is not enough room above the jib arm for the crane to fit. This ensures that the height of the crane is not more than the height of lift.
The Wall Mounted Jib Crane
Normally mounted to steel columns which are then mounted to the wall of the working area, these kind of cranes still come in various styles and functionality. Choosing one will depend on your lifting needs. The advantage with this kind of crane is that additional height of lift is gained without the need for tall mounting columns.
Whether mounted on a wall or on the floor the swing jib crane is a very efficient and inexpensive weight handling system that doesn’t require any modification of the working area. It never takes up a lot of space and often times it is quite affordable compared to the other heavy duty lifting machines.
The swing jib crane is very useful in any industrial sector such as paper factories, boiler works, foundries, mechanical works and so on. It will no doubt increase the overall productivity of a production plant and it is therefore the best option for most heavy-duty productions.