European Type Single Girder Overhead Crane

European type single girder overhead crane is a lifting equipment used to move materials across workshops, warehouses and yards. The end beams of a single girder crane are located on concrete or steel columns. It is also known as a bridge crane because its shape resembles a bridge. The space under the bridge can be used for transporting goods and materials. Obstruction by ground equipment can be avoided.

European type single girder overhead crane is designed in accordance with international standards: DIN (Germany), FEM (Europe), ISO (International), with strong rigidity, light weight, excellent structural design and other advantages, can effectively save the space of the plant and investment costs.

European type single girder overhead crane is widely used in machinery manufacturing, petroleum, petrochemical, ports, railways, civil aviation, electric power, food, paper, building materials, electronics and other industries, such as workshops, warehouses and other material handling occasions, especially for the need for precise positioning, large parts of the precision assembly of the occasions of material handling.

▶One main beam
▶Two end beams
▶Hoist unit: electric hoist, hand chain hoist
▶Hooks: grabs, spreaders, lifting tongs, electromagnets, etc. (FEM or DIN standard)
▶Safety devices: buffer, limiter, limit switch, braking system, etc.
▶Wheel: high strength 42CrMo forged wheel, tempered, hardness up to HB300-HB380.
▶Driving motor: three-in-one motor (motor, reducer, brake as a whole), protection grade IP55.
▶Lifting motor: three-in-one motor (motor, reducer, brake integrated), protection grade IP55
▶Power supply system
▶Electrical box: brand Schneider electric appliances (through the main contactor to start the emergency shutdown switch of the control station) and frequency converter

Pendant control, remote control, cabin control  

1. Structural design and deadweight
European single girder: adopting lightweight design, the deadweight is reduced by 20-30%, which reduces the load on the supporting structure of the plant.
Traditional single girder: the structure is relatively bulky and heavy, the self-weight is larger, and the requirement for plant columns and foundation load-bearing is higher.
2. Headroom and plant height requirements
European single girder: the headroom required is very small, under the same lifting height, the overall height of the plant is reduced by 20-25%.
Traditional single girder: requires more headroom, the plant needs to reserve a higher building space, increasing construction costs.
3. Wheel pressure and load bearing
European single girder: the maximum wheel pressure is reduced by 15-20%, which reduces the local load-bearing burden of the track and plant.
Traditional single girder: Higher wheel pressure, stronger track and support structure are required, which indirectly increase the construction cost.
4. Equipment size and working area
European single girder: more compact limit size, increase the effective working range of the crane, suitable for narrow or dense layout of the plant.
Traditional single girder: larger size, which may limit the equipment movement space or compatibility with other facilities.
5. Construction and maintenance costs
European single girder: low plant construction costs (lightweight to reduce column/foundation costs); low maintenance costs (efficient design to reduce energy consumption and component wear and tear).
Traditional single beam: plant requires higher strength structure, higher construction investment; long-term maintenance costs are relatively high.
6. Return on Investment (ROI)
European single girder: initial investment and long-term operating costs are lower, and the overall return on investment is better.
Traditional single girder: Higher comprehensive cost, suitable for conventional scenarios with no special restrictions on space and load bearing.

1. Cost-effective optimisation – control initial investment and long-term operating costs under the premise of quality assurance.
2. Spatial integration ability – accurately matching the layout of the plant to achieve efficient use of three-dimensional space.
3. Operation and maintenance economy – using modular design and durable components to reduce maintenance frequency.

Professional Advice:
Enterprises need to balance short-term budgets with long-term profitability, and choose a supplier with in-depth customisation capabilities.Sevencrane has delivered 300+ customised projects in the field of EURO single beams, and can provide a whole-life cost-optimised solution based on your process flow, plant parameters and production schedule. Our team of engineers can accurately calculate the load spectrum and achieve the optimal balance between structural lightness and load-carrying performance through finite element analysis.

Case 666: Philippines SNHD20t-8.895m-8.618m FEM2m/A5

♦Lifting capacity: 20 tons (test load 25tons)

♦Lifting height: 8.618 meters

♦Span: 8.895 meters

♦Power:460v 60hz 3phase

♦Control method: Remote control

The client is a middleman, our agent in the Philippines. In March last year, we received an inquiry from the client about a bridge crane and made the first quotation. In May, we made a second quotation based on the client’s changed parameters, and updated the quotation several times, provided discounts and technical answers. In July, we received the client’s advance payment, and during the production process, the client requested to modify the parameters. After the production was completed, the client asked a third-party inspector to conduct three inspections and load tests, and finally obtained the client’s approval and successfully completed the transaction.

Case 744: Venezuela SNHD5t-11m-4m A5

♦Lifting capacity: 5tons(test load 6.25tons)

♦Lifting height: 4meters

♦Span: 11meters

♦Power:480v 60hz 3phase

♦Control method: Remote control

On August 8, 2024, we received an inquiry from a Jiangling Motors dealer in Venezuela to purchase cranes for a truck parts production line. The first communication was pleasant and the customer was satisfied with our service. The next day, we sent a quotation and drawings, but the customer said that the parameters of the bridge crane would change and we needed to quote again. After confirmation, we revised the quotation and drawings.

In the following weeks, the customer raised some specific questions and we also shared product feedback. The communication went smoothly and the customer said that it was incredible that he was ready to place an order. After receiving the advance payment, the customer made some changes to the product requirements, including adding 2 years of accessories and changing the voltage, but we were able to meet these needs and the customer accepted the new price.

Before the National Day holiday, the customer said that he would pay normally and agreed to produce after the holiday. At the same time, they were willing to pay about 70% of the advance payment, showing their recognition and trust in our company. At present, the customer has paid the advance payment and the product is in production.

Sevencrane–Global Expert in Industrial Handling Solutions

As a leading manufacturer of single girder overhead travelling cranes in China, we have provided customised crane services for 5000+ enterprises around the world, with the core of accurately adapting to customers’ needs, and realising the exclusive design of “one enterprise, one solution”.

Core advantages:
1.Accurate customised design: customised single girder EOT crane solutions based on the actual working conditions of customers, optimising the balance between cost and performance, and rejecting redundant configurations.
2.Full-chain quality assurance: ISO/CE international certification, covering the entire machine and core components; stringent quality control system to ensure product reliability throughout the life cycle.
3. Full-cycle service support: professional team to provide installation and commissioning, regular maintenance services; free operation training, empowering safe and efficient operation; 20 years of ultra-long supply of spare parts to ensure the long-term operation of the equipment.
4. Lifelong Service Commitment: Project delivery is not the end of the project, we establish lifelong partnership with customers with continuous technical response.

From design to companionship, Sevencrane makes industrial handling smarter and more economical!

Expertly customise your intelligent overhead crane system:

At Sevencrane, we understand the uniqueness of each industrial scenario. Our engineers will bring 20 years of experience in European standard crane manufacturing to provide you with full process customisation.

•Lifting capacity: ____ tonnes
•Lifting height: ____ metres
•Span: ____ metres
•Power supply (e.g. 380V 50Hz 3-phase)
•Crane travelling length: ____ m
•Do we need to provide crane tracks and power supply system?
•For indoor use? Or outdoors?
•Detailed working condition of the crane:
•Other requirements: ____

When you choose Sevencrane, you are not just getting a crane, but a full lifecycle management solution that includes remote diagnostics and preventive maintenance.