Warehouse Overhead Cranes for Sale

Single Girder Overhead Crane

Introduction to Warehouse Overhead Cranes

Warehouse overhead cranes are essential for optimizing storage space, improving workflow efficiency, and ensuring safe material handling in modern logistics and industrial facilities. Dongqi Crane, a leading manufacturer, offers high-quality warehouse overhead cranes for sale, designed for durability, precision, and cost-effective operation.

This guide covers:
Types of warehouse overhead cranes
Key benefits for warehouse operations
Smart crane technology features
How to choose the right system
Why Dongqi is a trusted supplier


1. Warehouse Overhead Crane Solutions

A. Single Girder Overhead Cranes – The Space-Saving Workhorse

Single Girder Overhead Crane

Capacity Range: 1-20 metric tons
Optimal Span: 7.5m to 25m (extendable to 30m)
Key Features:

  • Ultra-compact design with only 300mm minimum headroom
  • Patented box girder construction (Q345B steel) reduces weight by 15% vs conventional designs
  • Integrated smart pendant control with overload protection
  • Ideal for:
  • E-commerce fulfillment centers
  • Small parts storage facilities
  • Light manufacturing areas

Performance Specifications:

  • Lifting speed: 0.8-8 m/min (VFD controlled)
  • Travel speed: 20-32 m/min
  • Work duty: FEM 1Am (A3-A5)

B. Double Girder Overhead Cranes – Heavy-Duty Precision

Capacity Range: 5-50+ metric tons
Optimal Span: 10m to 35m (extendable to 40m)
Advanced Features:

  • Twin-girder construction with reinforced end carriages
  • Dual-hoist configurations available
  • ±5mm positioning accuracy with encoder feedback
  • Ideal for:
  • Steel service centers
  • Heavy machinery warehouses
  • Automotive parts distribution

Performance Specifications:

  • Lifting speed: 0.5-10 m/min (dual-speed options)
  • Travel speed: 5-32 m/min (variable frequency)
  • Work duty: FEM 2m (A5-A7)

C. European Standard Cranes – The Efficient Performer

Double girder bridge crane

Capacity Range: 1-32 metric tons
Specialized Features:

  • Low headroom design saves up to 30% vertical space
  • Modular components for easy maintenance
  • Energy recovery system reduces power consumption by 20%
  • Ideal for:
  • Food & pharmaceutical warehouses
  • Clean room environments
  • High-value goods storage

Performance Specifications:

  • Noise level: <65dB at 1m distance
  • Protection class: IP65 (dust-tight)
  • Standard lifting height: 6-30m

D. Special Application Cranes

1. Explosion-Proof Models:

  • ATEX/IECEx certified for Zone 1 & 2
  • Spark-resistant construction
  • Special coatings for chemical resistance

2. Cold Storage Cranes:

  • Operational down to -40°C
  • Anti-condensation heating
  • Special low-temperature lubricants

3. Automated Systems:

  • RFID load identification
  • Programmable positioning
  • WMS integration capability

Technical Comparison Guide

FeatureSingle GirderDouble GirderEuropean Standard
Max Capacity20T50T+32T
Headroom300mm+500mm+250mm+
Positioning±10mm±5mm±8mm
Energy UseStandardHigh20% Less
Best ForLight/MediumHeavy DutyPrecision Handling

2. Transform Your Warehouse with Advanced Overhead Crane Solutions

Unmatched Operational Advantages

Dongqi’s warehouse overhead crane systems deliver measurable improvements across all aspects of material handling:

Space Optimization Mastery

  • Vertical Storage Maximization:
  • Achieve 30-40% more storage capacity by utilizing previously wasted overhead space
  • Clear floor designs allow for optimized racking configurations (narrow aisle, double-deep, or push-back systems)
  • Compact Footprint Technology:
  • Ultra-low headroom models require only 250mm clearance
  • End trucks designed for minimum approach distances to walls/obstacles

Precision Handling Performance

  • Micro-Positioning Accuracy:
  • Advanced models achieve ±1mm positioning with laser guidance
  • Anti-sway algorithms reduce load swing by 90% compared to conventional systems
  • Speed & Efficiency Metrics:
    Operation Standard Rate Dongqi Enhanced Rate Improvement
    Load Cycle Time 90 sec 55 sec 39% faster
    Travel Speed 20 m/min 32 m/min 60% increase
    Positioning ±50mm ±5mm 10x more precise Safety Engineering Innovations
    • Smart Protection Systems:AI-powered collision prediction (3-second advance warning)Automatic load centering prevents dangerous shiftsEmergency descent systems (0.5m/sec controlled rate)Operator Safety Features:Ergonomic control interfaces reduce fatigue360° visibility lighting systemsVibration-dampened platforms for cab operators
    Economic Advantages
    • Cost Comparison vs. Alternatives: Metric Forklift Fleet Dongqi Overhead Crane Savings Initial Cost $250,000 $120,000 52% lower Annual Maintenance $35,000 $8,000 77% lower Energy Costs $18,000 $6,500 64% lower Labor Requirements 3 operators 1 operator 66% reductionROI Acceleration:Typical payback period: 1.8-2.5 years15+ year operational lifespan with proper maintenance
    Smart Warehouse Integration
    • Industry 4.0 Compatibility:Real-time load tracking through RFID/QR code systemsAutomated data logging for inventory managementPredictive maintenance alerts via IoT sensorsFuture-Proof Design:Modular construction allows for capacity upgradesPre-wired for automation retrofitsSoftware-upgradable control systems
    Application-Specific Benefits For E-Commerce Fulfillment:
    • 40% faster order processing30% more picks per hour99.9% inventory accuracy
    For Manufacturing Warehouses:
    • Just-in-time part delivery to production linesSafe handling of delicate componentsContinuous operation capability
    For Cold Storage Facilities:
    • Specialized -40°C operationAnti-condensation electrical systemsHygienic easy-clean surfaces

3. Smart Warehouse Overhead Crane Technology

A. Automation & IoT Integration

  • Remote control & programmable routes
  • Real-time load monitoring
  • Predictive maintenance alerts

B. Energy-Saving Features

  • Regenerative braking (up to 25% energy recovery)
  • LED lighting with motion sensors

C. Safety Innovations

  • AI-powered collision avoidance
  • Emergency descent systems

4. Choosing the Right Warehouse Overhead Crane

Key Selection Factors

FactorConsiderations
Load CapacityCurrent & future needs
Span & HeightWarehouse dimensions
Duty CycleFrequency of use (A3-A7)
Control SystemPendant, remote, or automated
Special NeedsClean room, cold storage, etc.

Dongqi’s Custom Engineering Process

  1. Site assessment (3D scanning available)
  2. Load & workflow analysis
  3. Custom design proposal
  4. Factory testing & certification
  5. Installation & training

5. Why Buy from Dongqi Crane?

30+ Years of Manufacturing Expertise
1,200+ Successful Installations
CE, ISO, ASME Certified
Competitive Pricing & Fast Delivery
5-Year Structural Warranty


Warehouse Overhead Cranes for Sale – Current Inventory

Ready-to-Ship Models:

  • SG-10T (Single Girder, 10T, 18m span) – $28,500
  • DG-20T (Double Girder, 20T, 22m span) – $52,000
  • LH-5T (Low Headroom, 5T, 15m span) – $35,200

Special Offers:

  • 5% discount on orders of 2+ cranes
  • Free installation planning
  • Extended warranty options

Get Your Custom Quote Today!

📞 Call: +86 18638815424
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.dongqicrane.com/warehouse-cranes

Upgrade your warehouse with Dongqi’s high-performance overhead crane systems – where reliability meets innovation! 🚀

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