Coil Handling Gantry Crane | Coil Grab Double Girder Gantry Cran
Short Video Description
This video shows a coil handling gantry crane with coil grab for lifting, transporting and positioning steel coils in steel mills, coil yards, processing lines and outdoor storage areas.
The double girder gantry crane is equipped with a coil grab designed to grip and position steel coils safely. The crane can be customized according to coil weight, coil diameter, coil width, lifting height, working area and required positioning accuracy.
For steel coil handling, the main technical parameters include lifting capacity, coil weight, coil diameter, coil width, span, lifting height, duty class, grab type, rail gauge, travelling distance and power supply. Yuantai Crane reviews these parameters together before finalizing the crane configuration.
Main Technical Specifications
| Item | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Crane type | Coil Handling Gantry Crane / Double Girder Gantry Crane |
| Rated capacity | 10 – 100 ton+, customized according to steel coil weight |
| Handling device | Steel Coil Grab / Coil Lifting Grab |
| Coil handling | Steel coil lifting, transporting, rotating and positioning according to grab design |
| Girder design | Double welded box girder, engineered according to capacity and span |
| Span | 10 – 35 m+, customized according to yard layout |
| Lifting height | 6 – 20 m+, customized according to coil storage requirements |
| Duty class | ISO A5 – A8 / FEM 2m – 5m, selected according to working cycle |
| Hoisting system | Electric wire rope hoist / open winch trolley |
| Grab control | Electric / hydraulic / mechanical grab configuration according to application |
| Crane travelling speed | 20 – 40 m/min, VFD available |
| Trolley speed | 20 – 40 m/min, customized |
| Hoisting speed | 3 – 12 m/min, customized according to load and duty class |
| Rail | QU70 / QU80 / customized rail according to calculated wheel load |
| Control | Cabin / Radio Remote / Pendant, according to operating requirements |
| 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 |
| Applications | Steel mills, steel coil yards, coil processing plants, warehouses, fabrication plants and outdoor steel storage |
| Yuantai Crane engineering experience | Yuantai engineers the double girders, trolley, coil grab, wheels, rails, electrical controls and foundation loads as one complete coil handling system. |
Steel Coil Positioning with Coil Grab
A coil handling gantry crane is designed not only to lift steel coils but also to place them accurately at the required storage or processing position. The coil grab is selected according to the coil weight, outside diameter, inside diameter, coil width and handling direction.
For steel coil positioning operations, the crane travelling, trolley travelling and grab movements can be coordinated to improve handling efficiency. Yuantai Crane can configure the control system according to the required positioning method and production workflow.
The double girder gantry crane for steel coil handling can be designed for indoor or outdoor applications, with appropriate electrical protection, structural design, rail system and corrosion protection according to the working environment.
Why Use a Coil Grab Gantry Crane?
A coil grab gantry crane provides a dedicated solution for handling cylindrical steel coils. Compared with a standard hook crane, the grab is designed around the coil geometry and can reduce manual handling during coil lifting and positioning.
For heavy steel coil applications, Yuantai Crane checks coil load, grab capacity, lifting mechanism, girder strength, deflection, wheel load, rail load and crane stability together during engineering.
FAQ: Coil Handling Gantry Crane with Coil Grab
Common questions about coil handling gantry cranes, coil grabs, double girder gantry cranes and steel coil positioning operations.
1. What is a coil handling gantry crane?
A coil handling gantry crane is a gantry crane designed for lifting, transporting and positioning steel coils. It can be equipped with a coil grab instead of a standard hook to match the shape and handling requirements of steel coils.
Yuantai Crane designs the crane according to the coil weight, dimensions, lifting height, span, duty class and required handling process.
2. How does a coil grab handle steel coils?
A steel coil grab grips the coil according to its specific geometry and lifting method. The grab design depends on the coil diameter, width, weight and required lifting direction.
The grab and crane are engineered together to provide stable lifting and positioning during steel coil handling operations.
3. Can a double girder gantry crane position steel coils accurately?
Yes. A double girder gantry crane with coil grab can be configured for steel coil lifting and positioning. The travelling and trolley systems can be selected according to the required positioning distance and operating speed.
For higher positioning requirements, Yuantai Crane can provide variable frequency drive control and suitable operating controls for smoother crane movement.
4. What information is needed for a coil handling gantry crane quotation?
For a coil handling gantry crane quotation, provide the coil weight, coil diameter, coil width, coil inner diameter, lifting height, span, rail gauge, travelling distance, working frequency and power supply.
Photos, coil drawings and the required storage or positioning layout can also help Yuantai engineers select the correct coil grab and crane configuration.
5. What duty class is suitable for steel coil handling?
The required duty class depends on the coil handling frequency, average load, operating hours and production cycle. Steel mills and continuous coil handling applications may require a higher duty class than occasional storage operations.
Yuantai Crane selects the appropriate ISO and FEM duty classification according to the actual working conditions.
6. Can the coil handling gantry crane be used outdoors?
Yes. A steel coil gantry crane can be designed for outdoor coil yards and storage areas. The electrical system, protective coating, wind protection and structural design can be selected according to the local outdoor environment.
Yuantai Crane considers wind load, temperature, rain, corrosion protection and foundation conditions when designing an outdoor coil handling gantry crane.
7. What experience does Yuantai Crane have with coil handling cranes?
Yuantai Crane has engineering and manufacturing experience with double girder gantry cranes, steel coil handling cranes, coil grab cranes and heavy-duty material handling systems.
For coil handling projects, Yuantai engineers review the main girders, trolley, coil grab, hoisting system, wheels, rails, electrical controls and foundation loads according to the actual steel coil handling process.
Need a Customized Coil Handling Gantry Crane?
Send us your coil weight, coil diameter, coil width, lifting height, span, rail gauge, travelling distance, working frequency and site layout.
Yuantai Crane can engineer a coil handling gantry crane with coil grab for steel mills, coil yards, processing plants and outdoor steel storage applications.
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