Overview
A Manual Single Girder Overhead Crane is a light and small lifting equipment with a simple structure, flexible operation, and economical and practical. It mainly consists of a main beam, end beams at both ends (with running wheels on the end beams), a manual operating mechanism, and a manual or hand chain hoist (as a lifting mechanism). Its core feature is that it is completely driven by manpower and does not require power supply. It is particularly suitable for use in places where there is no power supply, strict explosion-proof requirements, or only intermittent, lightweight material handling is required. It can run forward and backward on a fixed-span track, covering a rectangular working area, effectively improving the material flow efficiency in workshops, warehouses or production lines.
Core structure and working method
Main beam: high-strength I-beam or box beam, bearing core.
End beam and wheels: installed at both ends of the main beam, supporting the crane to be manually pushed and operated on the track in the length direction of the factory (trolley operation).
Lifting mechanism: standard hand chain hoist or hand lever hoist, responsible for lifting and lowering.
Operation mode
Trolley operation: The whole machine is pushed forward and backward along the main track by manpower.
Trolley operation (optional): The hoist is installed on the wheeled trolley and can be pulled by manpower to move left and right under the main beam (in the width direction of the factory building) to achieve precise positioning.
Track: I-beam track, fixed to the factory building support structure.
Main technical parameters (typical range)
Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
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Lifting Capacity (t) | 1, 2, 3, 5, 10 |
Lifting Height (m) | 3 - 10 |
Working Class | A1 - A3 |
Crane Travel Speed (m/min) | 5.2 (for 1t - 3t), 4.3 (for 5t, 10t) |
Trolley Travel Speed (m/min) | 5.3 (for 1t), 5.9 (for 2t), 4.7 (for 3t, 5t), 4.2 (for 10t) |
Track Surface Width (mm) | 37 - 51 |
Selection and key points
Clearly define the load, span, height, frequency of use, and environment.
Evaluate the bearing capacity of the plant support structure.
Select a suitable hoist (load, height, explosion-proof requirements).
Decide whether to configure a manual trolley.
Professional installation and commissioning is essential to ensure safety and regulations.