10 Ton Gantry Crane with Clamshell Grab Bucket | Installation & Commissioning
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This video shows a 10 ton gantry crane with clamshell grab bucket during installation and commissioning. The crane is designed for bulk material handling in scrap yards, aggregate plants, coal yards, ports, waste handling facilities, material storage yards and other outdoor industrial applications.
The 10 ton gantry crane uses a single or double girder gantry structure with an electric wire rope hoist or grab trolley. The clamshell grab bucket is used to pick up and discharge loose bulk materials such as scrap, coal, sand, gravel, waste and other granular materials.
During gantry crane installation and commissioning, Yuantai Crane engineers and technicians check the gantry structure, hoisting system, travelling mechanism, grab bucket, electrical controls, limit switches, safety devices and load operation before the crane is put into service.
For a 10 ton grab bucket gantry crane, the main technical parameters include rated lifting capacity, grab bucket capacity, material density, span, lifting height, rail gauge, travelling distance, duty class, power supply and working environment. These parameters are reviewed together before the final crane design and quotation.
Main Technical Specifications
| Item | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Crane type | 10 Ton Gantry Crane with Clamshell Grab Bucket |
| Rated capacity | 10 ton, customized according to bulk material handling requirements |
| Grab type | Clamshell Grab Bucket / Grab Bucket |
| Grab capacity | Customized according to material density and handling volume |
| Girder design | Single girder or double girder box girder, selected according to capacity, span and duty class |
| Span | 7.5 – 35 m, customized according to site layout |
| Lifting height | 6 – 20 m, customized according to material storage height |
| Hoisting system | Electric wire rope hoist / grab trolley / open winch trolley |
| Grab operation | Electric hydraulic grab / motorized grab / mechanical grab according to application |
| Duty class | ISO A5 – A7 / FEM 2m – 4m, selected according to working cycle |
| Rail gauge | 6 – 35 m, customized according to crane and foundation design |
| Travelling distance | 20 – 500 m+, according to ground rail layout |
| Hoisting speed | 3 – 12 m/min, customized according to load and grab operation |
| Trolley speed | 20 – 40 m/min, VFD available |
| Crane travelling speed | 20 – 40 m/min, customized |
| Control | Pendant / Radio Remote / Operator Cabin |
| Power supply | 380V / 50Hz / 3Ph standard; 400V, 415V, 440V, 460V and 60Hz available |
| Safety devices | Overload limiter, lifting and travelling limit switches, emergency stop, buffers, travel limits and warning alarms |
| Outdoor protection | Weather-resistant electrical protection, protective coating and wind protection according to site conditions |
| Applications | Scrap yards, coal yards, aggregate plants, ports, waste handling, sand and gravel yards, bulk material storage and outdoor industrial plants |
| Installation service | Crane erection, mechanical assembly, electrical connection, testing, commissioning and operator training according to project requirements |
| Yuantai Crane engineering experience | Yuantai engineers the gantry structure, hoisting system, grab bucket, travelling mechanism, electrical controls, wheels, rails and safety system as one complete bulk material handling crane. |
10 Ton Gantry Crane with Clamshell Grab Bucket
A 10 ton gantry crane with clamshell grab bucket is designed for handling loose bulk materials. The grab bucket opens to collect the material and closes during lifting and transportation, then opens again at the discharge position.
The actual grab bucket volume should not be selected only according to the 10 ton crane capacity. It must also match the material density, grab self-weight, lifting load and required handling volume.
For example, lighter materials may require a larger grab volume, while heavy scrap or dense bulk materials may require a smaller grab. Yuantai Crane selects the grab capacity according to the actual material being handled.
Gantry Crane Installation and Commissioning
Proper gantry crane installation and commissioning are important before the crane enters normal operation. The installation process normally includes gantry leg assembly, main girder erection, end carriage installation, trolley or hoist installation, electrical connection and safety device adjustment.
During commissioning, the crane travelling, trolley travelling, hoisting and clamshell grab bucket opening and closing functions are checked. Limit switches, emergency stop, overload protection and other safety devices are also tested.
Yuantai Crane can provide technical guidance for installation and commissioning according to the project requirements, including mechanical assembly, electrical testing, no-load testing, load testing and operator training.
Gantry Crane for Sale with Grab Bucket
A 10 ton gantry crane for sale with clamshell grab bucket is normally customized rather than supplied as one fixed standard model. The final price depends on crane capacity, span, lifting height, grab capacity, duty class, rail system, electrical configuration and installation requirements.
For a correct quotation, the customer should provide the material type, material density, grab volume, lifting capacity, span, lifting height, working frequency, travelling distance and site layout.
FAQ: 10 Ton Gantry Crane with Clamshell Grab Bucket
Common questions about 10 ton grab bucket gantry cranes, clamshell grabs, installation, commissioning and bulk material handling.
1. What is a 10 ton gantry crane with clamshell grab bucket?
A 10 ton gantry crane with clamshell grab bucket is a gantry crane equipped with a grab bucket for lifting and moving loose bulk materials. The 10 ton rating refers to the crane's rated lifting capacity, while the grab size is selected according to the material and handling requirements.
It can be used for scrap handling, coal handling, aggregate handling, waste handling and bulk material storage.
2. What materials can a clamshell grab bucket handle?
A clamshell grab bucket can be designed for materials such as scrap, coal, sand, gravel, aggregates, waste, ore and other loose bulk materials.
The grab type, volume and construction are selected according to material density, particle size, moisture and required handling capacity.
3. Is the 10 ton crane capacity the same as the grab bucket capacity?
No. The 10 ton crane capacity is the maximum rated lifting load of the crane under its specified operating conditions. The grab bucket itself has its own self-weight and volume.
The total lifted load must consider the material inside the grab plus the grab self-weight. Yuantai engineers select the grab capacity so that the total lifting load remains within the crane's rated capacity.
4. What is checked during gantry crane installation and commissioning?
During gantry crane installation and commissioning, the mechanical structure, hoisting system, travelling mechanism, grab bucket, electrical controls and safety devices are checked.
Testing normally includes no-load operation, travelling tests, hoisting tests, grab opening and closing tests, limit switch checks, emergency stop checks and load testing according to the project requirements.
5. What information is needed for a 10 ton grab gantry crane quotation?
For a 10 ton grab bucket gantry crane quotation, provide the material type, material density, grab volume, lifting capacity, span, lifting height, rail gauge, travelling distance, working frequency and power supply.
A site layout showing the loading and discharge positions can help Yuantai engineers determine the crane travelling range and grab operating area.
6. Can Yuantai Crane provide installation and commissioning?
Yes. Yuantai Crane can provide installation and commissioning support according to the project scope. The service can include mechanical assembly guidance, electrical testing, crane commissioning, functional testing and operator training.
The exact installation arrangement depends on the project location, customer requirements and agreed technical service scope.
7. What experience does Yuantai Crane have with grab bucket gantry cranes?
Yuantai Crane has engineering and manufacturing experience with gantry cranes, grab bucket cranes, bulk material handling cranes, single and double girder gantry cranes and outdoor material handling systems.
For grab crane projects, Yuantai engineers consider the crane capacity, grab self-weight, material density, grab volume, hoisting mechanism, travelling system, electrical controls and safety devices as one complete handling system.
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Yuantai Crane can engineer a 10 ton gantry crane with clamshell grab bucket and provide customized installation, commissioning and technical support for outdoor bulk material handling applications.
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