Gantry cranes are very diverse cranes and easily applicable to a wide variety of cleanrooms. The crane consists of two (left and right) frames that are connected by a beam at the top. A trolley with a hoist is then installed onto the beam. Due to its (electrically driven) wheels or air casters, gantry cranes can be moved around a cleanroom manually.
A portable gantry crane perfectly suits situations in which a permanent construction is not desired or possible. Money-wise, it can also be an interesting option as it is much more affordable than a permanent crane. A notable downside to this crane can be that it takes up more space than e.g. an overhead crane.
An aluminum gantry crane is made of lightweight aluminum. Lightweight aluminum influences the degree to which the crane is portable and easy to (dis)assemble. The weight of an aluminum gantry crane makes it much easier to quickly move the crane from one place to another.
A stainless steel gantry is more durable than a steel gantry crane. It is therefore particularly useful in wet industries that deal with aggressive liquids.
But stainless steel has its disadvantages. For example, its different composition makes it more brittle than steel. It is also more expensive than painted steel. We are therefore more than happy to help you choose the right material for your cleanroom crane.
