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Q: Who supplies the lifting accessories for my overhead crane?

A : Lifting accessories are essential for safe crane operation. Their selection depends on several criteria: the nature of the load, the operating environment and current safety requirements. Depending on your application, you may need slings, clamps, magnets, suction pads or spreader bars. Each situation requires a specific solution. Premium Industrial Group neither manufactures nor supplies these accessories. To guarantee reliable and perfectly adapted solutions, we refer you to specialized suppliers. Furthermore, if you plan to use electrically or pneumatically powered accessories, integration with the crane control system will be necessary. For example, this may involve installing a cable reel or adding additional buttons to the remote control. We'll be happy to advise you on the best practices and ensure optimum coordination when configuring your overhead crane.

Q: What's the difference between a girder crane and a box girder crane?

A : Girder overhead crane : Uses one or two less H or I beams, less expensive, for spans generally under 55 ft (16 m). Lifting capacity up to 16 tons in single version and 25 tons in double version. Box girder overhead crane : Composed of an assembly of plates, offering greater resistance to torsion and deflection, more costly, single or double box girder possible, lifting capacity up to 200 tons and more, for spans generally over 65 feet (20 m). Overlap zone : Between 55 and 65 feet, both configurations are often possible. A girder crane will be a little “softer”, as standards allow a lower deflection (L/600), whereas a box crane requires more rigidity (L/888). Your application and lifting speed will be criteria to check. Lifting and travel speeds, or sudden stop-start movements (jug), will have an effect on beam oscillation. To learn more, consult the article : Girder vs. Box girder. Which one to choose?

Q: Why are overhead cranes yellow?

A : Overhead cranes are usually painted yellow to improve visibility and safety in the workplace. Yellow is a color associated with caution and is frequently used to indicate potentially dangerous areas or equipment. It helps to quickly identify the crane's position and movements. That said, the color can be adapted to suit your preferences: we offer the option of customizing the paintwork, adding your logo or using your corporate colors on request.

Q: What's the difference between an overhead crane and a hoist?

A : Overhead crane : It's a complete lifting device consisting of a girder equipped with wheels (end carriages) running on rails. It also includes a hoist to lift loads. Hoist : It's a lifting mechanism that can operate independently or be integrated into different lifting devices (overhead crane, gantry crane, jib crane or monorail). As a result, it can only be used to raise or lower a load.

Q: Is it mandatory for an overhead crane to be fitted with an emergency stop?

A : CSA C22.2 No33 2019 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, which is mandatory in Quebec, reads as follows: "In the case of a multi-motor overhead crane, there must be a main contactor to simultaneously de-energize all conductors supplying the current required for the overhead crane's movements. The contactor must be operated by means of a stop-reset control located near the overhead crane operator's control station." It's important to note that the red button often referred to as an emergency stop button on your overhead crane control is technically called a stop-reset control by electrical designers. A stop-reset control is therefore mandatory on the following equipment : Overhead crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized overhead crane Jib crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized rotation Monorail with electric hoist and motorized cart Gantry crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized travel.

Overhead cranes are lifting devices designed to safely handle and move heavy loads in industrial environments. They can be configured in several ways depending on the application: top-running, under-running, single-girder, double-girder, or custom built.

Before selecting a configuration, it's essential to clearly define your requirements.
For example :

what do you need to lift?
in what environment will the equipment operate?
what is the goal of the project?

The answers to these questions will directly influence not only your choice of overhead crane but also how it should be installed and used in your work environment. To get you started, the following articles may be useful :

If you're ready to discuss your project, click the " Contact a specialist " button below. One of our advisors can help you make the right choice based on your application, environment, and objectives.

Overhead crane types

Top-running overhead crane
Under-running overhead crane
Wall-mounted overhead crane
Custom
overhead crane
Magnet
overhead crane

Top-running overhead crane

The top-running overhead crane is mounted on rails. It's available in a single-girder version for loads up to 16 tons, while the double-girder version provides higher lifting capacity and greater span.

Under-running overhead crane

The under-running overhead crane is installed beneath a crane runway fixed to the ceiling, allowing the addition of overhangs. It's less common than the top-running overhead crane.

Wall-mounted overhead crane

Premium Industrial Group also offers wall-mounted overhead cranes. A wall-mounted overhead crane is a lifting system attached directly to a wall in your facility. Unlike conventional overhead or under-running cranes, it doesn't require a freestanding structure on the floor, or ceiling-mounted rails.

Custom overhead cranes

We fully understand that not every building or application can be fitted with standardized parts and components.

Magnet overhead cranes

Magnet overhead cranes use magnetism to lift loads, improving safety and enabling parts to be moved without anchoring points. They are commonly used to move steel plates to cutting tables, as well as for storage or scrap handling.

Top-running overhead crane

Under-running overhead crane

The under-running overhead crane is installed beneath a crane runway fixed to the ceiling, allowing the addition of overhangs. It's less common than the top-running overhead crane.

Wall-mounted overhead crane

Custom overhead cranes

We fully understand that not every building or application can be fitted with standardized parts and components.

Magnet overhead cranes

Overhead cranes by environment

Overhead cranes can be used in a variety of environments, such as indoor buildings, unheated garages, outdoor spaces, as well as explosion-proof, dusty, high-temperature or corrosive environments. Each type of environment requires specific adaptations to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations.

Outdoor

Call on our expertise for your outdoor overhead crane installation projects in Quebec for optimal performance and durability.

Explosion-proof

For manufacturers who, for example, want to install an overhead crane in an area where flammable gases (gasoline vapors) or unstable airborne particles (aerosol paint) are present.

Where to Start

Before selecting an overhead crane (freestanding, ceiling-mounted, single- or double-girder), make sure to clarify these key elements:

Your application
Define the main use (maintenance, production, loading, etc.), the type of loads (weight, dimensions, rotation, tandem lifting), and how often the crane will be used.
Your environment
Will the installation be indoors or outdoors? Is there an existing structure, or will one need to be built? What are the available dimensions and potential obstacles?
Key technical data
Prepare your desired lifting capacity and height, building layout (if available), project timeline, power supply, and any special constraints.

Need expert advice to get started?

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Frequently asked questions

01.

Who supplies the lifting accessories for my overhead crane?

A : Lifting accessories are essential for safe crane operation. Their selection depends on several criteria: the nature of the load, the operating environment and current safety requirements. Depending on your application, you may need slings, clamps, magnets, suction pads or spreader bars. Each situation requires a specific solution.

Premium Industrial Group neither manufactures nor supplies these accessories. To guarantee reliable and perfectly adapted solutions, we refer you to specialized suppliers.

Furthermore, if you plan to use electrically or pneumatically powered accessories, integration with the crane control system will be necessary. For example, this may involve installing a cable reel or adding additional buttons to the remote control. We'll be happy to advise you on the best practices and ensure optimum coordination when configuring your overhead crane.

02.

What's the difference between a girder crane and a box girder crane?

A : Girder overhead crane : Uses one or two less H or I beams, less expensive, for spans generally under 55 ft (16 m). Lifting capacity up to 16 tons in single version and 25 tons in double version.

Box girder overhead crane : Composed of an assembly of plates, offering greater resistance to torsion and deflection, more costly, single or double box girder possible, lifting capacity up to 200 tons and more, for spans generally over 65 feet (20 m).

Overlap zone : Between 55 and 65 feet, both configurations are often possible. A girder crane will be a little “softer”, as standards allow a lower deflection (L/600), whereas a box crane requires more rigidity (L/888). Your application and lifting speed will be criteria to check. Lifting and travel speeds, or sudden stop-start movements (jug), will have an effect on beam oscillation.

To learn more, consult the article : Girder vs. Box girder. Which one to choose?

03.

Why are overhead cranes yellow?

A : Overhead cranes are usually painted yellow to improve visibility and safety in the workplace. Yellow is a color associated with caution and is frequently used to indicate potentially dangerous areas or equipment. It helps to quickly identify the crane's position and movements. That said, the color can be adapted to suit your preferences: we offer the option of customizing the paintwork, adding your logo or using your corporate colors on request.

04.

What's the difference between an overhead crane and a hoist?

A : Overhead crane : It's a complete lifting device consisting of a girder equipped with wheels (end carriages) running on rails. It also includes a hoist to lift loads.

Hoist : It's a lifting mechanism that can operate independently or be integrated into different lifting devices (overhead crane, gantry crane, jib crane or monorail). As a result, it can only be used to raise or lower a load.

05.

Is it mandatory for an overhead crane to be fitted with an emergency stop?

A : CSA C22.2 No33 2019 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, which is mandatory in Quebec, reads as follows: "In the case of a multi-motor overhead crane, there must be a main contactor to simultaneously de-energize all conductors supplying the current required for the overhead crane's movements. The contactor must be operated by means of a stop-reset control located near the overhead crane operator's control station."

It's important to note that the red button often referred to as an emergency stop button on your overhead crane control is technically called a stop-reset control by electrical designers.

A stop-reset control is therefore mandatory on the following equipment :

Overhead crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized overhead crane
Jib crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized rotation
Monorail with electric hoist and motorized cart
Gantry crane with electric hoist and motorized cart and/or motorized travel.

Their ability to listen to our specific needs has been a major strength. They have always responded quickly and efficiently, especially in emergency situations, which has greatly contributed to the continuity and success of our operations. I highly recommend Groupe Industriel Premium to any company looking for a reliable, structured, and responsive partner. Their professionalism and commitment to quality and safety make them a model in the industry.

Jean-Denis Perron

Groupe Picard

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Top-running overhead crane

Top-running overhead crane

Under-running overhead crane

Under-running overhead crane

Wall-mounted overhead crane

Wall-mounted overhead crane

Custom
overhead crane

Custom overhead cranes

Magnet
overhead crane

Magnet overhead cranes

Overhead cranes by environment

Outdoor

Explosion-proof

Overhead cranes by application

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