What Is a Gantry Crane, What Is It Used For, and How Does It Differ from an EOT Crane?

What Is a Gantry Crane, What Is It Used For, and How Does It Differ from an EOT Crane?

A gantry crane is a strong and flexible lifting machine used for heavy-duty material handling. It runs on wheels or rails with freestanding legs, making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor use. At Consolidated Swift Industries Limited, our gantry cranes come in single and double girder models with lifting capacities from 1 ton to 50 tons and spans up to 35 meters.

These cranes are designed to handle tough industrial environments while offering smooth, precise, and safe load control. Whether it’s a construction site, warehouse, or manufacturing plant, gantry cranes ensure efficient lifting with minimal maintenance.

Key Features & Benefits:

1. Customizable spans up to 35 meters and lifting capacity up to 50 tons

2. Single girder for moderate loads; double girder for heavy-duty operations

3. Modular design for easy maintenance and reduced downtime

4. Optional features like remote control, load limiters, anti-collision, and alarm systems

5. Built for all conditions durable, safe, and reliable

Difference Between Gantry and EOT Crane:

1. EOT Crane: Fixed to building structures, ideal for indoor operations.

2. Gantry Crane: Moves on ground rails or wheels, perfect for outdoor or mobile applications.

If your workspace demands mobility, flexibility, and outdoor lifting, a gantry crane is the best choice. For permanent indoor setups, an EOT crane is more suitable.

FAQs

1. What is a gantry crane used for?
Gantry cranes are used to lift and move heavy loads such as machinery, steel beams, and containers in open yards, factories, and construction sites.

2. Can a gantry crane be used outdoors?
Yes, our gantry cranes are specially designed to perform in harsh outdoor environments, offering reliable lifting even in wind, dust, or rain.

3. What makes Swift’s gantry cranes different?
At Consolidated Swift Industries Limited, our gantry cranes combine high performance with customization. From load limiters and remote controls to safety alarms, each crane is engineered to meet your specific industrial needs.

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