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Which crane fits your job — and why. Existing how-to-choose articles organized by decision, with new pillar guides in production.

Portable Gantry Crane Inquiry Guide: 9 Specs That Get an Quote

Portable gantry cranes are the simplest lifting equipment we build — and still the model where a wrong spec hurts most, because "portable" means it has to fit through your doors, under your ceiling and over your workpiece. Confirm the specs below before ordering and the crane arrives right the first time.

Specs to confirm, at a glance

portable gantry crane inquiry diagram
SpecificationUnit / optionsTip
Lifting capacitykgInclude the weight of slings and attachments
Span (S)mmInside clear width matters if straddling machinery
Height (H)mmCheck your lowest doorway and ceiling on the travel path
Span adjustment rangemin–max mmOnly if you need width flexibility
Height adjustment rangemin–max mmAdjustable legs trade a little cost for a lot of flexibility
Height adjustment methodmanual winch / manual worm gear / electric worm gearElectric pays off if you adjust often
Travel & hoistingmanual push + manual hoist / electricManual is fine for occasional lifts; electric for daily work
Power (if electric)voltage / Hz / phaseSingle-phase options exist for light models
Wheelsstandard / outdoor (sand & stone) / 360° rotatingMatch wheels to your floor, not the catalog default

The questions buyers ask most

Aluminum or steel?

Steel is stronger and cheaper per ton of capacity; aluminum is dramatically lighter and more corrosion-resistant — better for frequent repositioning, outdoor use and clean environments. Rule of thumb: if two people will move it daily, think aluminum; if it mostly stays put, steel wins on price. Full comparison: is an aluminum gantry crane worth it?

Do you provide certification?

Yes — complete compliance statements and test certificates ship with every crane, along with safe-operation documentation. CE documentation is available for European buyers.

How do I pay?

Bank transfer (T/T) and card payments are accepted; exact terms are stated on the proforma invoice before you commit anything.

Copy, fill, send

Capacity: ___ kg | Span: ___ mm (adjustable: ___–___ mm)
Height: ___ mm (adjustable: ___–___ mm) | Adjustment: winch / worm gear / electric
Travel & hoist: manual / electric | Power: ___ V / ___ Hz / ___ ph
Wheels: standard / outdoor / 360° | Floor type: ___
What you'll lift and where: ___

Send to [email protected] or WhatsApp +86 190 3730 3917 — quote within 24 hours. For fixed installations with bigger capacities, see the full gantry crane inquiry guide.

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