A crane runway is the supporting and guiding structure on which an overhead crane or semi-gantry crane moves. It consists of runway beams with rails, attached to the building structure or separate columns. A correctly designed and aligned crane runway is essential for safe, stable and wear-free crane movement.
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What exactly is a crane runway?
A crane runway is the supporting and guiding structure on which an overhead crane or semi-gantry crane moves. It consists of runway beams with rails, which are attached to the building structure or to separate columns.
The crane runway ensures stable and safe movement of the crane over the full length of the hall or work zone and therefore forms an essential part of every crane system.
Looking for an extension of your crane runway or bridge crane?
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Specifications
Lifting capacity
- Adapted to the crane and application, from light installations to heavy industrial loads.
Length
- Fully customised, depending on the length of the hall or work area. Also suitable for extension of existing crane runways.
Configuration
- Runway beams with welded or rolled profiles
- Rails mounted on the beams for crane movement
- Mounted on existing building structure or on new columns
- Possibility to extend, modify or reinforce existing crane runways
Construction & installation
- Custom designed according to load and use
- Precise alignment for optimal crane travel
- Integration in new builds or existing buildings
- Full installation and alignment by Standaert
Safety & standards
- Execution in accordance with EN 1090-2, class EXC3
- Designed according to applicable standards and load regulations
- Inspection and certification possible via Standaert Service
Maintenance & service
- Inspection and alignment of rails and beams
- Repairs, modifications and extensions of existing systems
- Fast intervention by our own service team
Typical applications
- Support for overhead cranes in production halls
- Extension of existing buildings or production zones
- Extension of existing bridge crane installations
- Industrial buildings and warehouses
- New build projects with integrated crane infrastructure
In addition to new build projects, a crane runway can also be extended or adapted to an existing bridge crane, for example in case of hall extensions or optimisation of the workspace.
Extend or lengthen your crane runway
Do you have an existing crane runway or bridge crane that no longer meets your current production or storage needs? Extending or modifying a crane runway is often an efficient and cost-effective solution to make optimal use of your installation again.
In the case of hall extensions, reorganisation of a workspace or increased production capacity, your existing crane system can easily be adapted without full replacement.
What do extensions include?
- Extension of existing crane runways
- Adjustment of rails and beams to new lengths
- Integration with existing bridge cranes
- Expansion of work zones and reach
- Reinforcement of existing structures if required
Our approach
Analysis of the existing installation
We assess the current crane runway, load and structure to ensure a safe extension.
Custom design
The extension is fully tailored to your existing bridge crane and future needs.
Seamless integration
We ensure that the extension connects perfectly to the existing installation, without disrupting operation.
Installation & alignment
Precise installation and alignment are essential for smooth and safe crane travel.
Typical applications
- Extension of production halls
- Extension of existing bridge crane installations
- Optimisation of logistics processes
- Adaptation to new machines or work zones
Are you looking for an extension of your crane runway or bridge crane?
We advise, design and deliver a solution fully tailored to your installation.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes, Standaert Rolbruggen designs and installs both new crane runways and extensions and reinforcements of existing systems, for example in case of hall expansion or increasing loads. The structure complies with EN 1090-2 class EXC3 and is precisely aligned for optimal crane travel.
Yes, in addition to installation, Standaert Rolbruggen also provides periodic inspections, alignment, repairs and modifications of crane runways. The in-house intervention team ensures fast service, so your production does not come to a standstill due to wear or alignment issues.
