How Motorized Gantry Cranes Boost Lifting Capacity and Minimize Obstructions

When designing a crane system for a manufacturing facility, one of the biggest challenges is avoiding obstructions—especially when space is limited. As a crane manufacturer, one of the common limitations that we run into is that the original building package is not designed to support additional crane loading. That was exactly the problem a modular home builder recently brought to us. They needed a way to lift and transport large modular walls and floors without adding extra columns, runways, or footers that could interfere with production.

The Challenge: A Crane System Without Obstructions

This modular home company had a unique setup:

• They worked in a leased building, so installing footers was out of the question.
• They needed to lift and transport walls and floors efficiently.
• They couldn’t afford to lose production space to support columns or overhead runways.
• They wanted to capitalize on their investment. Meaning they wanted a crane system that could be relocated if they moved.

The Solution: (6) PWI Motorized Gantry Cranes

To meet their needs, we recommended (6) PWI Motorized Gantry Cranes for their facility, which offered several key advantages:

• No additional support structure – Unlike bridge cranes, gantries don’t require a separate column and runway system, keeping the production area open.
• No footers needed – Perfect for a leased building where disturbing the concrete slab isn’t an option most owners and tenants want to explore!
• Portable system – If they ever relocate, these cranes can go with them.
• Single-side floor track – We strategically placed a floor track on only one side of the bay, avoiding high-traffic walkways. This minimized the disturbance of the crane in the building while allowing us to ensure the systems tracked parallel to one another.

With six gantry cranes installed in one bay, the company can now seamlessly lift and transport materials without obstructions slowing them down.

The Result: More Space, More Flexibility

By choosing motorized gantry cranes, this modular home builder was able to:

• Maximize production space – No runways or extra columns taking up room and reducing the working width of the cranes.
• Improve efficiency – They can now move materials freely without interference.
• Plan for the future – Again, having the ability to relocate an investment as large as a fully functional overhead crane system is a huge advantage! If they relocate their business, these crane systems can easily move with them.

Looking for a Smart Lifting Solution?

If you need a crane system but don’t want to sacrifice valuable space, gantry cranes might be the perfect solution. At PWI, we specialize in custom material handling solutions that help businesses maximize their production.

Call us at (574) 646-2015 or request a free quote today.