Understanding Crane Service Classifications

40’ Bridges and Support Centers for Workstation Bridge Cranes

We are now featuring workstation bridge cranes with dimensions up to and including 40’ bridges and 40’ support centers for standard ordering.

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Spanco Workstation Bridge Crane in California

Understanding Overhead Crane Deflection and Criteria

Overall, deflection is literally defined as “deviation from an allotted course”. It can mean that something is deviated by turning aside or by coming off course. For overhead cranes, this definition translates to the relative vertical or horizontal displacement of a member or part of an overhead crane under load. So how does that impact…

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AI and Cranes

Many industries are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI), with 78% of organizations using AI in 2024, according to the Stanford HAI AI Index Report 2025. Automated material handling solutions can help warehouses, maintenance plants, and manufacturing facilities boost productivity, efficiency, and safety.  Some aspects of AI and cranes are still in their early stages, such as fully…

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Understanding Crane Service Classifications

Understanding Crane Service Classifications

Understanding crane service classifications, including EOT crane classification, is essential for selecting and installing a crane appropriate for your application and facility. Choosing the appropriate solution will help ensure the working conditions and longevity of your overhead system. Pushing your system beyond its service rating is both dangerous and counterproductive. Using an overhead crane in…

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How to Choose the Right Jib Crane

Jib cranes are an economical solution for moving materials within individual work areas or from one work area to another. They can also serve as auxiliary lifting devices under overhead cranes. There are a variety of jib cranes on the market today, with styles ranging from entirely self-supporting to ceiling/bridge or wall-mounted. When selecting a…

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Person safely operating an overhead crane.

Overhead Crane Safety Tips and Advice

Overhead cranes are powerful pieces of equipment that offer heavy-lifting capabilities for numerous applications and industries. Operating heavy machinery requires significant training, safety knowledge, and responsibility to help prevent various accidents in the workplace. Equipment accidents can be dangerous and costly, potentially resulting in serious injuries and downtime.  As with all heavy machinery, crane operators must take precautions to…

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