When ceiling height is limited but efficient lifting is still required, our low headroom crane provides the perfect solution. Designed with a compact structure and low-profile hoist, these cranes maximize lifting height within restricted spaces. Available in both overhead crane and gantry crane types, they are widely used in workshops, warehouses, and fabrication plants where every inch of vertical space matters.
Low Headroom Crane Types – From Overhead to Gantry Solutions
To meet different working conditions and space requirements, our low headroom cranes are mainly available in two types: overhead cranes and gantry cranes. Both types are designed to ensure maximum hook lift in low-clearance environments.
Low Headroom Overhead Crane
The low headroom bridge crane runs on runway beams fixed to building columns or roof structures. It is widely used in workshops, warehouses, and manufacturing plants.
Single Girder Low Headroom Overhead Crane
- Compact design with one bridge girder.
- Equipped with a low headroom electric hoist.
- Suitable for light to medium lifting (5-25 tons).
Double Girder Low Headroom Overhead Crane
- Compact structure with two girders.
- Can integrate with a low-profile trolley hoist to achieve greater lifting height.
- Capacity typically ranges from 10-500 tons or more, ideal for heavy-duty operations.
Low Headroom Gantry Crane
Unlike overhead cranes, low headroom or low clearance gantry cranes run on ground rails or rubber tyres. They are suitable for indoor facilities with restricted roof height as well as outdoor applications where building structures are not available.
Single Girder Low Headroom Gantry Crane
- Compact single-girder structure with low-profile hoist.
- Capacity ranges from 5 ton to 20 ton.
- Customizable span and lifting height.
Double Girder Low Headroom Gantry Crane
- Equipped with two girders and a low headroom trolley hoist.
- Offered in capacities from 10 ton to 500 ton or more.
- Span and lifting height designed to your needs.
Rubber Tyred Low Headroom Gantry Crane
- Mounted on rubber tyres instead of fixed rails for excellent mobility.
- Operates efficiently in low-clearance environments where flexibility is required.
- Offers a wide capacity range (10-800+ ton) depending on design and configuration.
By offering different types and models, our low headroom cranes provide tailored solutions for facilities with ceiling restrictions. To better understand how these cranes perform in real-world operations, let’s look at some practical cases where businesses have successfully applied low headroom overhead and gantry cranes to optimize their lifting processes.
High Performance in Tight Spaces: Low Headroom Crane Projects
64 Ton Double Girder Overhead Crane for Low Headroom Workshop
- Specifications: Capacity 64 tons (32+32 tons), span 22.5m, lifting height 11m.
- Operational Requirement: A large industrial enterprise needed a high-performance double girder overhead crane to handle heavy molds in their low headroom workshop. The challenge was to fit the crane perfectly into their existing workshop layout.
- Solution Highlight: By applying a compact structure design, the low profile overhead crane maximized the available vertical space without requiring structural modifications to the workshop.
120/32t Low Headroom Gantry Crane for Height-Restricted Facility
- Specifications: Capacity 120/32 tons, span 18m, lifting height 9m.
- Operational Requirement: A leading manufacturer of mining and construction machinery required a large-capacity gantry crane to improve efficiency in a workshop with severe height restrictions.
- Solution Highlight: We delivered a custom-designed low profile double girder gantry crane. This design allowed the crane to operate efficiently under restricted height conditions, fully utilizing the available clearance.
32/20t Rubber Tyred Gantry Crane for Low Clearance Warehouse
- Specifications: Capacity 32/20 tons, span 11.7m, lifting height 7.7m, overall height 9.5m.
- Operational Requirement: The crane was required in an indoor warehouse with low clearance for lifting injection molds used in automotive parts production. The maximum lifting capacity needed was 32 tons, and the process required mold flipping.
- Solution Highlight: The compact structure of the rubber tyred gantry crane made it ideal for indoor operations with height limitations.
Features, Advantages, and Benefits of Low Headroom Cranes
| Feature | Advantage | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Compact Hoist and Trolley Design | Minimizes vertical space usage, enabling higher lifting in limited-ceiling environments | Allows facilities with low ceilings to lift heavy loads without modifying the building structure |
| Optimized Bridge and Rail Structure | Reduces overall crane height footprint while maintaining safe clearance | Prevents collisions with ceilings, pipes, or overhead obstacles, enhancing operational safety |
| Customizable Lifting Height and Span | Can be tailored to different facility heights and working areas | Ensures full coverage of the workspace and adaptability to various facility layouts |
| Versatile Control Options (Remote, Wired, or Cabin) | Provides flexible operation depending on space and safety requirements | Operators can control the crane safely from the ground, reducing risk in low-clearance areas |
Are you looking for a lifting solution for a facility with limited ceiling height? Low headroom cranes offer compact design, maximum lifting height, and safe, precise operation in restricted spaces. Next, let’s take a closer look at how to choose the right low headroom crane for your specific needs.
How to Choose a Low Headroom Crane
Selecting the right low headroom crane is essential to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective lifting operations in facilities with limited ceiling height. The process requires careful consideration of several key factors that directly impact performance, safety, and usability.
Assess Facility Height and Clearance
Measure the total height of your facility and determine the maximum lifting height required. Low headroom cranes are ideal when standard cranes cannot achieve the needed lifting height due to ceiling limitations.
Determine Load Capacity
Determine the maximum weight of the materials or equipment you need to lift. Low headroom eot cranes can be customized for various capacities, from light-duty operations to heavy industrial lifting.
Define Span and Travel Requirements
Consider the width of the working area (span) and the distance the crane needs to travel along the rails. Ensure the crane’s design allows full coverage of your workspace without unnecessary overhangs.
Consider Operating Environment
Take into account the conditions in your facility, such as temperature, dust, or humidity. Some low headroom cranes are designed with specialized coatings or materials for harsh environments.
Choose Suitable Control Options
Decide between wired, wireless remote control, or cabin-operated systems. For low headroom cranes, remote operation can be advantageous as it reduces the need for elevated operator cabins, keeping the overall height compact.
Consider Duty Cycle and Frequency of Use
Assess how often the crane will operate. For continuous or heavy-duty operations, select cranes with high-duty classifications to ensure longevity and reliability.
If you are operating in a facility with limited height and need efficient lifting solutions, a low headroom crane is the optimal choice. By understanding your facility’s clearance, load requirements, and operational conditions, you can select a crane that maximizes lifting height, enhances safety, and improves overall workflow efficiency. Contact us today to discuss your facility’s needs and find the perfect low headroom crane solution for your operations.
Professional Installation Services for Low Headroom Cranes
When you purchase a low headroom crane from Aicrane, you don’t need to worry about installation. We provide comprehensive, professional installation services to ensure your crane is assembled, tested, and commissioned efficiently and safely, so it delivers optimal performance from day one.
On-Site and Remote Support
Our team offers both on-site installation guidance and remote support, providing step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth setup. This flexibility allows you to reduce downtime and installation costs while maintaining professional oversight.
Customized Installation Plans
Every installation is tailored to your facility’s height restrictions, layout, and operational workflow. We ensure the crane fits perfectly within limited headroom spaces, maximizing lifting height and operational efficiency.
Safe and Efficient Assembly
Our engineers handle mechanical assembly, hoist and trolley installation, and electrical connections following strict safety standards. For dual hoist cranes or specialized lifting operations, we ensure synchronized and precise setup.
Testing and Commissioning
We perform full load testing and operational checks to verify smooth movement, accurate lifting, and safe operation in restricted spaces. Operators receive training to ensure safe, efficient, and precise handling.
Long-Term Support and Maintenance Guidance
Beyond installation, we provide guidance on routine inspections, lubrication, and maintenance, ensuring your low headroom crane operates reliably for years to come.
With Aicrane’s professional installation services, customers can focus on their operations, confident that their low headroom crane will be installed safely, optimized for restricted spaces, and ready for efficient daily use.
Build a Cost-effective New Facility with Low Headroom Cranes
When designing a new steel structure factory or warehouse, incorporating low headroom cranes from the outset provides significant advantages:
Cost-Effective ConstructionLow headroom cranes reduce the need for tall building structures. This allows for lower steel structure and roofing costs, saving on construction expenses while still accommodating heavy or specialized lifting tasks.
Optimal Vertical Space UtilizationLow headroom cranes allow maximum lifting height without increasing building height, enabling you to fully utilize available vertical space for production lines, storage racks, and material handling pathways.
Streamlined Facility DesignBy planning your crane system alongside the facility layout, you can optimize workflow, reduce congestion, and ensure smooth material movement, creating a highly efficient production environment.
Aicrane offers a complete turnkey solution for new steel structure factories, including:
- Design and supply of low headroom cranes tailored to your production and lifting needs
- Steel structure workshops and warehouses, optimized for crane operation
- Professional installation and commissioning services, ensuring smooth, safe operation
- Operator training and maintenance guidance, guaranteeing reliable performance over time
By integrating low headroom cranes with the facility’s design, Aicrane helps you create a new factory that is safe, efficient, and cost-effective, ready to handle heavy lifting from the first day of operation.