Gantry Cranes
Gantry Cranes: Heavy-Duty Lifting with Mobility
Strength Meets Flexibility
Goliath cranes are designed to be as simple and useful as possible. With their carefully built steel frame, they are perfect for many sorts of structures and work locations, both indoors and outdoors. By offering a large work area surrounding the crane, a compact hoist maximises your current workplace.
What Is a Gantry Crane?
A gantry crane is a type of overhead crane supported by legs that run on rails or wheels. Unlike fixed runway cranes, it provides flexible load handling where permanent structures are not feasible.
Key Features
- Load Capacity – from 1 ton to 1,000 tons.
- Mobility – rail-mounted or rubber-tyred versions.
- Span Flexibility – customised widths and heights.
- Indoor & Outdoor Use – built to withstand heavy-duty conditions.
Applications of Gantry Cranes
- Shipyards – lifting ship sections, engines, and steel plates.
- Ports & Logistics – container handling with RMG and RTG cranes.
- Construction – moving precast blocks, girders, and heavy steel structures.
- Rail Yards – handling cargo, locomotives, and maintenance operations.
- Manufacturing Plants – transporting heavy dies, moulds, and machinery.
Advantages of Gantry Cranes
- Versatility – works indoors and outdoors.
- Mobility – rubber-tyred models allow easy relocation.
- Cost-Effective – eliminates need for permanent runways.
- Customisable – spans, loads, and heights tailored to needs.
- Durable Design – engineered for continuous heavy-duty operations.
Types of Gantry Cranes
Single Girder Gantry Cranes – lightweight, economical for medium-duty work.
Double Girder Gantry Cranes – higher load capacity for heavy lifting.
Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) Cranes – used in ports and container yards.
Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) Cranes – mobile and flexible for logistics hubs.
Technical Specifications for Gantry Cranes
| Specification | Description |
| Crane Type | Single / Double Girder Gantry |
| Load Capacity | 1 ton to 500+ tons |
| Span Length | 5 m to 60+ meters |
| Lifting Height | 3 m to 30+ meters |
| Lifting Speed | 0.5 m/min to 15 m/min |
| Travel Speed | 5 m/min to 60 m/min |
| Configuration | Full Gantry, Semi-Gantry, Cantilever options |
| Hoist Type | Electric Wire Rope Hoist |
| Control Method | Pendant Control, Remote Control, Cabin Control |
| Duty Classification | FEM (1Am to 5m), ISO (M3 to M8) |
| Power Supply | 220V/380V/440V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Motor Type | Squirrel Cage Induction Motor, VFD |
| Weather Protection | IP55+ Drives, Rain Covers, Wind Protection Devices |
| Safety Features | Overload Protection, Limit Switches, Anti-collision, Rail Clamps |
| Ambient Temperature | -20 deg.C to +50 deg.C |
| Standards | FEM, IS:3177, CE, ISO 4301 |
Why Gantry Cranes by Cyrus Industrial Solutions?
- Handle Heavy Loads with precision and safety.
- Offer Flexible Configurations – rail-mounted, rubber-tyred, single or double girder.
- Support Automation with sensors, PLCs, and remote monitoring.
- Meet Global Standards – ISO, FEM, and IS certified.
- Provide Turnkey Execution – from design to installation and AMC.
With Cyrus, industries gain a reliable lifting partner built for demanding environments.
FAQs on Gantry Cranes
What is the difference between a gantry crane and an overhead crane?
Overhead cranes use elevated runways, while gantry cranes run on legs with ground rails or wheels.