European Double-Girder Cranes: Industry Applications Explained—These Sectors Rely on Them for Efficiency!

In industrial production and logistics, cranes are key lifting equipment, and they have a big impact on how efficiently things are done, safety, and keeping costs in check. European double-girder cranes are slowly but surely becoming the go-to choice for pretty much every industry, thanks to their compact structure, low energy consumption, smooth operation, and high level of intelligence. As one of the top domestic crane manufacturers around, Henan Mine Crane makes these European-style double-girder cranes that are known for being reliable and for providing customised services that meet complex operational demands across a range of industries. Here, we'll look at the main uses of European-style double-girder cranes and how they can help different sectors.

I. Metallurgical Industry: The "Safety Guardian" in Hot and Heavy Situations

The whole metallurgical production process is characterised by extreme heat, heavy loads and continuous operation. This ranges from steel smelting and molten steel handling to steel processing. This means cranes need to be able to resist heat really well, can take a lot of weight, and be really stable. European double-girder cranes are specially optimised for metallurgical environments:

The main girders and hoisting mechanisms are made from materials that can resist high temperatures, up to 300°C, so they don't deform when it's that hot.

The lifting capacities, ranging from 10 to 500 tons, can handle heavy materials like ladles and ingots, and the hoisting speeds can be adjusted to stop molten steel splashing.

Integrated intelligent monitoring systems keep track of crane operations, and they automatically trigger alarms and shutdowns if there's an overload or uneven load, to protect the smelting processes.

At the moment, Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes are being used a lot in steelmaking and rolling mills of big metallurgical companies like Baowu Group and Ansteel, meaning production can keep going 24/7.

II. Mechanical Manufacturing Industry: The "Flexible Assistant" for Precision Assembly

Mechanical manufacturing is all about making and putting together big equipment (like machine tools, engines, and heavy machinery parts). Most of the work happens in workshops, where the focus is on precise lifting. This means the crane needs to be spot on where it's positioned and really stable when it's in use. European double-girder cranes are a real game-changer in this field:

Using variable frequency speed control tech, you can adjust lifting and travel speeds to between 0.1 and 10 metres per minute, so you don't have to worry about collisions between heavy loads and precision components.

You can customise main girder spans (5 to 30 metres) and trolley travel mechanisms to cover any workshop area, meeting the demands of simultaneous multi-station assembly.

The remote control systems let you monitor lifting operations in real time via displays from safe zones, which improves assembly precision and operational efficiency.

In the automotive manufacturing and machine tool production industries, Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes have become pretty much the go-to for precision assembly, with some companies seeing a boost in efficiency of over 30% as a result.

III. Logistics & Warehousing Industry: The 'Core Power' for Efficient Transfer

In logistics and warehousing, the main thing is making sure cargo is loaded, unloaded, transferred and stacked quickly and efficiently. In places like ports, container terminals and big warehouses, how well cranes work has a direct impact on how quickly logistics can move. European double-girder cranes are now the go-to choice in this sector because they've got two big advantages: they're super efficient and they save energy.

The hoisting mechanism is lightweight but strong, using high-strength wire ropes to lift at speeds of up to 15 metres per minute. That's 50% faster than regular cranes, so you can handle containers, pallets and other cargo more quickly.

The travel mechanism uses quiet motors that make less than 60 decibels of noise, which is perfect for warehouse operations where you need to be close to other areas.

It uses 20% to 30% less energy than regular cranes. Based on an 8-hour day, this means savings of tens of thousands of yuan in electricity costs each year, which is a significant reduction in the operational costs of logistics companies.

At the moment, Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes are being used in the storage areas of major ports like Shanghai Port and Guangzhou Port, as well as in smart warehouses of logistics giants such as JD.com and SF Express. They make it easy to move cargo around, so it can arrive and be unloaded on the same day.

IV. Power Industry: Making sure things are safe when there's a lot at stake

When we talk about power industry operations, we often think of things like thermal power plants, hydroelectric stations and substations. These are places where there's a lot of high-voltage electricity, and there's always a risk involved. Cranes have to do equipment installation, inspection and maintenance in live-line areas and at high heights, so they have to be really safe and reliable. European double-girder cranes have custom designs that are perfect for power scenarios:

The whole unit uses explosion-proof materials and motors, so it can be used safely in places where there might be fires or explosions (like power plant fuel workshops) and to stop electrical sparks from causing accidents.

It has triple safety systems (overload protection, limit switch protection and emergency braking) to stop the machine if there is a sudden failure, to keep people and equipment safe.

A maintenance platform can be put under the main girder and connected to a lift, so that operators can check power equipment (like transformers and generators) up close, which means that there is less risk of high-altitude work.

When it comes to power plant construction and maintenance for major utilities like Huaneng Group and State Grid, Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes have become the go-to for high-risk operations, providing a safety barrier like no other. They've done thousands of high-voltage equipment lifting and maintenance tasks, and they've never had an accident.

V. Chemical Industry: The Durable Choice for Environments That Corrode

Chemical production processes often involve exposure to corrosive media like acids, alkalis, and salts. Cranes often have problems with rust and wear and tear. The corrosion-resistant design of European double-girder cranes makes sure they'll last for years and years in chemical settings:

Structural components like main girders and end beams are hot-dip galvanized and coated with corrosion-resistant finishes, meaning they can last more than 15 years (compared to 8-10 years for regular cranes).

Electrical control systems are sealed to stop corrosive gases from getting into control cabinets, avoiding circuit short-circuits or component damage.

The hoisting mechanism has leak-proof oil tanks to stop hydraulic fluid from contaminating chemical raw materials, meeting industry environmental standards.

You can always rely on Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes when you need them, whether you're in a production workshop or a tank farm. We're talking about chemical enterprises like Sinopec and PetroChina here. They effectively deal with the main problems with traditional cranes, like rust and needing to be maintained a lot, which reduces the cost of looking after company equipment.

So, to sum things up: Picking the right European double-girder crane can really boost efficiency and safety in the industry.

From metallurgy and machinery manufacturing to logistics warehousing, power generation, and chemical processing, European double-girder cranes have become key pieces of kit across a whole bunch of industries. They help boost operational efficiency and reduce costs thanks to their customisable nature, high efficiency, safety and energy savings. Henan Mine Crane is all about R&D and making lifting equipment. They do everything from designing and making the equipment to installing it and helping with after-sales support. They can do all this because they know what different industries need. This makes sure every European double-girder crane is just right for the job.

If your industry's got problems like low lifting efficiency, high safety risks, or high operational costs, check out Henan Mine Crane's European-style double-girder cranes. Get some top-notch gear to boost your production operations!