cranes and hoists

Crane Systems Stand Alone Workstation Bridge Cranes TR-Series Free Standing Trussed Runway Bridge Cranes Spanco Stand Alone Workstation Bridge Crane Kit Includes: Ceiling Mounted Workstation Bridge Cranes Ceiling Mounted Trussed Runway Bridge Cranes Ceiling Mounted Plain Runway Bridge Cranes

Solving you Material Handling Needs With Ceiling Mounted Workstation Bridge Cranes Workstation Jib Cranes Wall Mounted Jib Cranes Portable Workstation Jib Cranes Gantry Cranes Power Drives Fall Protection Hoists Electric Powered Hoists

Crane Systems

Crane Systems are vital equipment for manufacturing & assembly warehouse production floors. It is very important when choosing an overhead crane system to understand the application. MWS & Spanco offer hundreds of different crane lifting possibilities, everything from freestanding to building supported and capacities from 1/8 ton to 100 ton. MWS will work directly with you to find the right crane system for your application, design a system that is spec’d for the job and will provide years of return of investment.

MWS, Inc. offers full onsite installation services for new and used crane systems. Our installers are experienced with most styles of overhead freestanding or building supported crane systems.

Customers are typically responsible for concrete footings, if they are needed. Our installers can also assist with relocating existing crane systems, either an internal move or a teardown and relocate to a new facility.

Stand Alone Workstation Bridge Cranes

Stand Alone Bridge Cranes office a positive solution when your structural building support is inadequate for an overhead ceiling mounted crane. Stand Alone Cranes offer the ability to be relocated should the work area or facility layout change.

Understanding Stand Alone Workstation Bridge Cranes

Stand Alone Workstation Bridge Cranes End Approach

TR-Series Free Standing Trussed Runway Bridge Cranes

• Capacities from 250 lbs to 2 tons
• Standard heights are 10’, 12’, & 14’
• Standard runway lengths from 11.5’ to 124’
• Standard bridge lengths from 10’ to 34’ **
• Maximum support centers are 20’, 25’, & 30’
  ** Custom designs available

Spanco Stand Alone Workstation
Bridge Crane Kit Includes:

• Plain, reinforced, or trussed crane bridge with end tracks
• Hoist trolley
• Runway support columns
• Runway trusses
• Header beams
• Hanger clamps, end stops, and flat wire electrification festooning system for both runway and bridge
• Hoists and floor anchors are provided separately from the crane structure

Ceiling Mounted Workstation Bridge Cranes

If floor space is limited, ceiling mounted systems provide infinite coverage without interfering floor mounted support columns in the work area. Systems can be linked to a monorail or another bridge crane using Spanco’s interlock sections.

Ceiling mounted systems are supported by the building structure. A qualified architect or engineer should be consulted to determine if the building structure is intended or will support the crane system.

Understanding Ceiling Mounted Workstation Bridge Cranes

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Ceiling Mounted Trussed Runway Bridge Cranes

• Capacities from 250 lbs to 2 tons
• Height is determined by ceiling structure or custom height
• Standard runway lengths from 11’-6” to 124’
• Standard bridge lengths from 8’ to 34’ **
• Maximum support centers are 20’, 25’, & 30’
  ** Custom designs available

Ceiling Mounted Plain Runway Bridge Cranes

• Capacities from 250 lbs to 2 tons
• Height is determined by ceiling structure or custom height
• Standard runway lengths from 11’-6” to 103’
• Standard bridge lengths from 8’ to 34’ **
• Maximum support centers are 6’ & 9’
  **Custom designs available

Solving you Material Handling Needs With Ceiling Mounted Workstation Bridge Cranes

• Easy Ergonomic Movement: An operator pushing a 1000 lb. load will experience a force of approximately 10 lb. to begin moving the load and 8 lb. to continue moving the load (100 to 1 ratio). Manual cranes also operate more quickly than motorized cranes making them ideal for fast paced work environments.

• Powered Movement: If the application requires moving heavier loads up to 2 tons or the bridge travels over inaccessible areas, then a motorized system can be purchased. Spanco offers motorized systems in 1,000, 2,000, and 4,000 lb. capacities.

Workstation Jib Cranes

Workstation Jib Cranes offer 200 or 360 degree rotation for repetitive lifting and transferring of loads. Workstation Jibs can be purchased freestanding, floor mounted or wall mounted.

• Capacity: The maximum weight of the application should match, but never exceed the design weight. The capacity rating is based on a design load which includes the capacity rating of the crane plus 15% of the capacity for the weight of a hoist & trolley, 25% of the capacity as an allowance for impact.

• Underboom Height: Distance from the floor to the trolley clevis. The size (depth dimension) of a hoist and the amount of lifting distance should also be considered.

• Area of Rotation: Freestanding Jib Cranes offer a 360° rotation. The Column / Wall mounted offers a 200° rotation.

• Overall Height: The height, floor to the highest point on the crane, after the unit is installed. Any attachments, such as electrical entry should also be considered to provide full rotational potential of the crane and to be free of overhead obstructions.

Understanding Stand Alone Workstation Jib Cranes

Stand Alone Jib Crane

• Capacities from 100 to 1,000 lbs.
• Standard spans 4’ to 16’
• Standard under boom heights 8’ to 12’
• 360 degree rotation
• Utilizes square or hexagonal base plate mounting

Wall Mounted Jib Cranes

Wall Mounted Jib Cranes can be mounted to structural building columns or walls that are adequate for support. Wall Mounted jibs provide a quick economical solutions for small cramped work areas where repeated lifting of product or tooling is required.

Understanding Wall Mounted Jib Cranes

Wall Mounted Jib Crane

• Capacities from 100 to 1,000 lbs.
• Standard spans 4’ to 16’
• Wall or column mounted requires structurally adequate wall or column support 200 degree rotation

Portable Workstation Jib Cranes

Portable bases for enclosed track jib cranes are easily moved with a forklift so the crane can be conveniently located quickly anywhere on the factory floor.

Gantry Cranes

Gantry Cranes are some of the most economical lifting solutions available. Gantry Cranes can be built portable, fixed, or adjustable making them very diverse and dynamic. Spanco offers many styles of Gantry Cranes, almost

Advantages of Gantry Cranes

• No permanent installation is required, making Gantry Cranes ideal for rented or leased warehouse space.
• Quick and easy to assemble or disassemble to relocate.

T Series

T Series - 3-Way Adjustable gantries are fabricated from heavy gauge square tubing and offer the greatest under I-Beam height range and adjustability. Maximum flexibility of span, height and tread adjustment allows for use on uneven floors. The main legs adjust at 6” intervals using push pull pins. This adjustability allows for travel through doorways, aisles, under mezzanines or other overhead obstructions.

• All Steel Construction capacities from 1 ton to 10 ton.
• Overall heights range 10’7” to 24’3” tall
• Standard spans 10’ to 40’.
• Steel Construction with Aluminum I-Beam capacities from 1 ton to 3 ton.
• Overall heights range 10’7” to 22’6”.
• Standard spans 10’ & 15’.
• All Aluminum Construction capacities 1 ton to 2 ton.
• Overall heights range 6’0” to 21’11”.
• Standard spans 10’ & 15’.

A Series

A Series Gantry Cranes provide a lower cost and lighter weight lifting solution to the T-Series for applications requiring movement through doorway and under obstructions. A-Series design does not require brace legs, allowing greater clear spans. A-Series Gantries are fabricated from heavy gauge rectangular tubing.

• All Steel Construction is available in adjustable or fixed heights designs
• Capacities range from 1 ton to 10 ton
• Maximum under beam heights 10’2” to 16’
• Standard spans 8’ to 40’
• All Aluminum Construction with adjustable height and span
• Capacities range from 1/2 ton to 2 ton
• Maximum under beam heights 9’0” to 12’2”
• Standard spans 8’ & 15’

E Series E Series Gantry Cranes provide a no-frills alternative to A-Series for handling loads up to 3 ton. E Series are constructed of high strength square tubing which rolls easily on durable moldon polyurethane wheels. • Steel Construction fixed height • Capacities range from 1 ton to 5 ton • Standard under beam height is 10’ • Standard span is 12’ • Steel Construction with adjustable height and span • Capacities range from 1 ton to 3 ton • Maximum under beam heights 7’0” to 14’0” • Standard span is 11’6”

PF Series

PF Series Gantry Cranes are another economical solutions when your facility construction won’t support jib or overhead cranes. Gantry Cranes are self supporting & travel directly on the floor. PF Series are ideal for motorized track applications.

• All Steel Construction capacities from 1 ton to 15 ton.
• Maximum under beam heights 20’ to 35’ tall
• Standard spans 15’ to 40’
• Custom designed spans to 60’ available

Power Drives

Power Drives are available on the T & PF Series ONLY. Power drive kits include two drive assemblies with either polyurethane (trackless) or V-groove wheels, sprockets, chains, two gear reducers, two single-speed 230/460V-3 phase TEFC motors, solid state adjustable “soft start” and two-idler assemblies. Standard travel speed is 50 FPM. Other speeds and voltages are available on request.

Power Driven Double Leg Trackless Gantry with Floor Guide Tracks are ideal for applications requiring a gantry to run close to a wall. The guide angle lags to the floor along the wall guiding the gantry as it travels on the floor on polyurethane wheels.

Single Leg, Top Running End Truck design maximizes space utility while traveling down aisle on polyurethane wheels. The opposite end of the I-beam mounts on a end track traveling on an overhead runway.

Single Leg, Under Running End Truck gantry can be used with an under running end truck on one end which travels on the bottom flange of an overhead runway beam.

Fall Protection

Spanco’s ridig fall arrest track systems have many distinct advantages over other traditional wire rope systems.

A rigid track design has less free fall distance since the stretch of the wire rope does not have to be factored into the equation. The worker can also decelerate to a complete stop in a shorter distance, which lowers the impact on his/her body.

A rigid horizontal track system reduces hazard on multiple personnel systems. On a wire rope system, movement of the wire rope from one person falling may cause other workers to fall. This hazard is eliminated by the use of Spanco track which maintains its rigidity, thereby not affecting other workers on the same system.

Fall Arrest Track

• Enclosed track low profile keeps space requirements to a minimum.
• Profile design ensures wheel protection and accurate alignment with minimum friction.
• Minimum maintenance “self” cleaning profile.
• Curved sections of plain track and switches are available to enable travel in multiple directions.




• Used to span greater distance between supports.
• Combination of high strength to low weight ratio helps to reduce stress on structures.

• Used to span greater distance between supports.
• Combination of high strength to low weight ratio helps to reduce stress on structures.
• Dual track design allows two workers to pass each other in the same work area.







• Extruded from high strength 6061-T6 aluminum alloy.
• Suitable for installation in refrigeration areas, clean rooms, and outdoor environments.

Self-Supporting (Freestanding) Rigid Fall Arrest Track Systems

• H-Frame Support Systems - Each frame consists of two columns with a support beam.
    • Heights and clear spans available per application.
    • Can normally be placed on standard 6” reinforced concrete floor*.
• Cantilever Support Systems - Consists of reinforced wide flange column and cantilevered beam.
    • Standard reach of 10’.
    • Custom heights and spans to suit application.
    • Requires foundation*.
    • Standard heights of 20’, 24’, and 28” to accommodate rail car sidings, tank truck loading and inspection, tractor trailer tarping, and a variety of other applications.

* MWS & Spanco recommend that you always consult a competent professional to determine foundation requirements.

Hoists

MWS offers a full line up of Harrington hoists & trolleys to accommodate our overhead crane line. Hoists are built designed for the lifting capacities required for each application. Hoists are available in simple lever style 1/8 ton capacity to fully powered and geared 100 ton capacities. Harrington offers nearly 30 models & styles of hoists to choose from. MWS offers the sales staff experience to find the hoist that is right for your application.

Manual Hoists - LB Lever Hoist

Capacities: 3/4, 1, 1 1/2, 2, 2 3/4, 3, 6, & 9 ton

The LB series offers a low headroom, compact design that is perfect for use in tight quarters. Regarded as the best lever hoist in the industry, the LB is recommended for use in heavy-duty construction work, mining, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and day-to-day maintenance and repair.

OPTIONS:
• Load limit warning handle
• Top hook extender
• Point load hook
• Inspection hook
• Bullard and Shur-Loc hooks

LB Lever Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

CB Hand Chain Hoist Capacities: 1/2 - 100 ton

The CB hand chain hoists combine a rugged exterior shell with machined interior components to handle your most demanding lifting operations. An efficient drive train minimizes manual effort, while double enclosed brake cover, standard slip clutch and double pawl springs enhance performance and reliability.

OPTIONS:
• Chain container
• Corrosion-resistant chain
• Inspection hook

CB Hand Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

CF Hand Chain Hoist Capacities: 1/2 - 5 ton

The CF hand chain hoists give you a practical alternative thanks to an economical design using fewer parts for trouble-free service. Outstanding durability is due to a die-cast aluminum body and high-strength, heat-treated main pinion shaft and load gear. Pre-lubricated ball bearings, precision machine gears, and Weston-Style load brake make lifting smooth and easy while allowing long service and low maintenance.

OPTIONS:
• Chain container
• Corrosion-resistant chain
• Inspection hook

CF Hand Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

Hoist & Trolley Combinations
Push trolley capacities: 1/2 - 10 ton
Geared trolley capacities: 1/2 - 100 ton

The CB & CF hand chain hoists can be suspended from either PT push trolleys or GT geared trolleys. These trolley/hoist combine the features, benefilts and capabilities of the individaul trolley and hoist. The standard suspension method for coupling the CF or CB to the PT push trolley or GT geared trolley is hook-to-lug. The CB can also be lug-mounted for capacities up trough 5 ton.

CB & CF Hand Chain Hoist with GT Geared Trolley & PT Push Trolley Specifications & Dimensions

NTH Low Headroom Trolley Hoist Capacities: 1, 2, 3, and 5 ton

The NTH low headroom trolley hoist combines economical, trouble-free CF hoist performance with the space saving of an integral trolley. The NTH is ideal for applications requiring a low headroom hoist and trolley combination. Both push and geared trolley versions are available to best suit your application.

OPTIONS:
• Chain container
• Corrosion-resistant chain
• Inspection hook

NTH Low Headroom Trolley Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

Electric Powered Hoists

ER SERIES
Electric Chain Hoists with Hook and Lug Suspensions

Capacities: 1/8 - 5 ton

Electric chain hoists, ER SERIES with hook & lug suspensions, were designed using the latest technology. The results produced a high quality, low headroom, full featured hoist that provides reliable performance in both routine and severe working environments. The ER SERIES hoists are designed in single speed or dual speed ratios.

Standard Hoist Specifications

Reconnectible Voltage: 208-230/460-3-60 for both single and dual speed trolleys.
Control Voltage: 110 volt (optional 24v & 48v)
Duty Cycle: Single speed - 60 min, Dual speed - 30/10 min
Classification: ASME H4, ISO M5 or M4, FEM 2M or 1Am
Ratings: Trolley - IP55, Pendant - IP65
Limit Switch: Prevents overwinding/overlifting Standard upper
Chain Falls: Single chain fall through 3 ton (except NER030C)
Standard Lift: 10’
Standard Pendant Drop: 4’ less than lift
Standard Power Supply Cord: 15’
Standard Pendants: 2-button (up/dn) Momentary contacts
Chain Containers: (Optional) canvas, plastic or steel

ER Electric Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

MR SERIES
Electric Chain Hoists with Motorized Trolleys

Capacities: 1/8 - 5 ton

The MR SERIES of electric trolleys was developed to expand the capabilities of the electric hoist line. These trolleys feature an innovative side guide roller system that provides smooth travel along the I-Beam.

Standard Motorized Trolley Spec.’s
Reconnectible Voltage: 208-230/460-3-60 for both single and dual speed trolleys.
Control Voltage: 110 volt (optional 24v & 48v)
Duty Cycle: Single speed - 30 min, Dual speed - 30/10 min
Classification: ASME H4, ISO M5 or M4, FEM 2M or 1Am
Ratings: Trolley - IP55, Pendant - IP65
Standard Power Supply Cord: 30’ (available longer)
Standard Pendants: 4-button (up/dn/for/rev, Momentary contacts

MR Electric Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

NER SERIES
NER/ER Cylinder Control Electric Chain Hoists with Hook and Lug Suspensions

Unique Hoist Capacity Range: 1/8 ton - 1/4 ton

For three-phase applications requiring ease of control, one-handed operation, fast lifting speeds and heavy duty production, the NER cylinder control electric chain hoist will fit your needs. The hoist will increase productivity and add to operator comfort.

Standard Hoist Specifications
Reconnectible Voltage: 208-230/460-3-60 for both single and dual speed hoists.
Control Voltage: 110 volt (optional 24v & 48v)
Duty Cycle: Single speed - 60 min, Dual speed - 30/10 min
Classification: ASME H4, ISO M5 or M4, FEM 2M or 1Am
Ratings: Trolley - IP55, Pendant - IP65
Limit Switch: Prevents overwinding/overlifting, Standard upper
Chain Falls: Single chain fall through 3 ton, (except NER030C)
Standard Lift: 6’
Standard Reach: 9’ (approx)
Standard Pendant Drop:4’ less than lift
Standard Power Supply Cord: 15’
Standard Pendants: 2-button (up/dn), Momentary contacts
Chain Containers: Standard Plastic

Unique Features & Benefits
- In-Line Handgrip
- High/Low Speeds
- Removable Bottom Hook

NER Electric Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

ER Large Capacity SERIES
ER Large Capacity Electric Chain Hoists with Hook and Lug Suspensions

Capacities: 8 - 20 ton

The ER SERIES full line of large capacity hoists, provide the duty cycle, durability and ease of operation needed to support most lifting application.

Standard Hoist Specifications
Reconnectible Voltage: 208-230/460-3-60 for both single and dual speed hoists.
Control Voltage: 110 volt (optional 24v & 48v)
Duty Cycle: Single speed - 60 min, Dual speed - 30/10 min
Classification: ASME H4, ISO M5 or M4, FEM 2M or 1Am
Ratings: Trolley - IP55, Pendant - IP65
Limit Switch: Prevents overwinding/overlifting, Standard upper/lower
Standard Lift: 10’
Standard Pendant Drop: 4’ less than lift
Standard Power Supply Cord: 30’
Standard Pendants: 2-button (up/dn), Momentary contacts
Chain Containers: Standard or Steel

ER Large Capacity Electric Chain Hoist Specifications & Dimensions

ERP & ERG SERIES ERP & ERG Large Capacity Electric Chain Hoists with Push and Geared Trolleys

Capacities: Push 8 - 10 ton, Geared 8 - 20 ton

To manually move the large capacity ER electric chain hoists, the PT push and the GT geared trolleys provide smooth travel on precision machined wheels with shielded ball bearings.

Standard Hoist & Manual Trolley Specifications
Reconnectible Voltage: 208-230/460-3-60 for both single and dual speed hoists.
Control Voltage: 110 volt (optional 24v & 48v)
Duty Cycle: Single speed - 60 min, Dual speed - 30/10 min
Classification: ASME H4, ISO M5 or M4, FEM 2M or 1Am
Ratings: Trolley - IP55, Pendant - IP65
Limit Switch: Prevents overwinding/overlifting Standard upper/lower
Standard Lift: 10’
Standard Pendant Drop: 4’ less than lift
Standard Power Supply Cord: 30’
Standard Pendants: 2-button (up/dn), Momentary contacts
Chain Containers: Standard or Steel
Shafts: Standard shafts fit wide flange range. Longer shafts for wider beams and spacers for easy adjustments.
Drop Stops: Optional
Bumpers: Optional
Standard Hand Chain Drop: On geared trolleys - 2’ less than lift (longer drop available)
Wheels: All Steel. Shielded ball bearings and fit flat or tapered beam flange.

ERP & ERG Electric Chain Hoist with Push & Geared Trolleys Specifications and Dimensions