Light Monorail Crane System

The light monorail crane system moves loads along a fixed line. A single enclosed track is suspended above the work area, and one or more hoists travel along it on trolleys. It is the simplest and most economical member of our modular light crane family, for loads from 125 kg to 2 t.

Straight and curved track sections are combined to follow the production flow: a straight run between two machines, an L- or U-shaped line around equipment, or a closed loop that brings the hoists back to the start. The track can be hung from the existing roof steelwork, so in many buildings no additional steel structure is required.

Each hoist trolley can be pushed by hand or driven by its own travel motor. There is no central drive station and no traction chain, so the line length is not limited, loads can be moved in both directions and extra hoists can be added later.

Curved sections have a standard radius of 1.5 m or 2 m. They are normally operated with push travel and loads up to 500 kg; electric travel through curves and heavier loads are engineered case by case.

1. Follows your production flow
Straight and curved sections are combined into lines, loops and networks that match the route of the material.

2. Unlimited line length
Every hoist has its own trolley or travel drive. Without a central drive or traction chain the track can be extended at any time.

3. Several hoists on one track
A number of hoists can work on the same line and serve different stations.

4. Lowest cost per metre
One track, simple suspensions and no crane girder make the monorail the most economical way to bridge a distance.

5. Light and quiet
Trolley wheels run inside the enclosed profile; loads are moved by hand with little effort.

6. Ready for automation
Curved track, intelligent hoists and PLC control can be combined into semi-automatic handling lines.

Typical uses for the light monorail crane system:

1. Moving parts from station to station along an assembly line.

2. Feeding machines, test benches and packing stations from a buffer area.

3. Coating, cleaning and surface treatment lines where parts hang on the hoist.

4. Linking a store or goods-in area with production.

5. Closed-loop lines in automotive parts, motor, pump and home appliance plants.