Aicrane has successfully completed the manufacturing, assembly, and factory commissioning of a YTL(60+60)T hydraulic double girder rubber tyred gantry crane for a strategic customer in the Middle East. The crane was specially developed for outdoor handling and transportation of large gas tanks, addressing key challenges such as load balance, lifting stability, and synchronized operation during large-scale lifting operations.
Addressing Stability Challenges in Large Gas Tank Handling Operations
Large gas tanks used in industrial applications often feature considerable length, weight, and complex handling requirements. During outdoor transportation and lifting operations, maintaining load balance and minimizing movement or swinging are major challenges, especially when handling oversized cylindrical structures.
For this Middle East project, the customer required a reliable lifting system capable of moving large gas tanks safely and efficiently within the manufacturing yard. The solution needed to provide not only sufficient lifting capacity but also accurate positioning, stable load control, and flexible operation across outdoor working areas.
To meet these requirements, Aicrane developed a customized 120 ton hydraulic rubber tyred gantry crane integrating a specialized lifting attachment system, synchronized lifting control, and flexible rubber-tyred mobility. The design enables stable handling of long and heavy industrial components while adapting to changing yard layouts.
Key Features of the 120T Hydraulic Rubber Tyred Gantry Crane
Customized Dual Hook System with Synchronized Lifting Control
To handle extra-long and heavy gas tanks, the crane is equipped with a customized dual hook lifting system combined with dual parallel spreader beams.
Compared with conventional single-point lifting configurations, this arrangement distributes lifting forces more evenly across the load and improves overall balance during operation.
To further address synchronization requirements, both mechanical components and electrical control systems were specially designed to coordinate the movement of the two lifting points. This synchronized operation helps reduce uneven loading, improve positioning accuracy, and minimize load swinging during lifting and transportation processes.
Double Girder Structure for Heavy-Duty Lifting Performance
The double girder rubber tyred gantry crane structure provides enhanced rigidity and improved load distribution during heavy lifting operations.
The reinforced girder design helps reduce structural deformation under large loads, ensuring stable crane performance when handling long and heavy gas tanks.
This configuration is suitable for industrial applications requiring continuous operation, high load stability, and reliable lifting performance.
Hydraulic Drive System for Precise Outdoor Operation
Equipped with a hydraulic drive system, the crane achieves smooth traveling performance and accurate positioning during outdoor handling operations.
The hydraulic system provides reliable power transmission and stable speed control, allowing operators to precisely adjust crane movement when aligning with lifting positions or transferring loads between working areas.
This controlled operation capability is especially important for large industrial yards where accurate positioning and operational flexibility are required.
Rubber-Tyred Traveling System for Flexible Yard Deployment
Unlike conventional rail mounted gantry cranes, the rubber-tyred configuration eliminates the need for permanent rail tracks and fixed travel paths.
The crane can move between different working areas according to production requirements, providing greater flexibility for large manufacturing yards where multiple handling zones are involved.
By reducing dependence on fixed rail infrastructure, the rubber-tyred design improves site adaptability and supports more efficient material handling workflows.
Strict Manufacturing and Commissioning Process
To ensure the 120 ton gantry crane met the project specifications and operational requirements, Aicrane carried out strict quality control throughout manufacturing and commissioning.
The process included:
- Engineering review and design verification to confirm the crane configuration, lifting system, and control strategy matched the customer’s gas tank handling requirements;/li>
- Component manufacturing and inspection to ensure structural strength, mechanical reliability, and dimensional accuracy;
- Structural assembly and system integration to verify installation precision and coordination between mechanical and electrical components;
- Hydraulic system testing to confirm traveling performance, speed control, and operational stability;
- Load and operational testing to verify lifting capability, dual hook synchronization, movement performance, and control functions.
Each stage was carefully monitored to ensure the crane achieved the required technical standards and was delivered according to the project schedule.
Completed Factory Commissioning as an Important Project Milestone
The successful completion of manufacturing and factory commissioning represents an important milestone for this customized heavy lifting project.
For gas tank manufacturers and other industries handling oversized components, equipment reliability, lifting stability, and operational precision directly affect production efficiency and workplace safety.
Through customized engineering design, strict manufacturing control, and comprehensive commissioning procedures, Aicrane delivered a hydraulic rubber tyred gantry crane solution tailored to the customer’s specific handling requirements.
Customized Heavy Lifting Solutions from Aicrane
With experience in developing customized lifting equipment for complex industrial applications, Aicrane provides engineering solutions designed around specific operational challenges.
From initial technical consultation and crane design to manufacturing, testing, and after-sales support, Aicrane delivers customized rubber tyred gantry crane solutions for gas tank manufacturing, industrial plants, shipyards, precast yards, logistics facilities, and other specialized industries worldwide.
