Double Girder Overhead Crane with Electromagnetic Chucks | Scrap Handling Crane
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This video shows a double girder overhead crane with electromagnetic chucks designed for indoor steel scrap handling, metal recycling, steel processing and industrial material handling. The crane uses a magnetic lifting system to pick up and move ferrous scrap, steel plates, steel bars and other magnetic metal materials.
The double girder overhead crane uses two main bridge girders, an electric hoist or open winch trolley, and an electromagnetic chuck suspended below the lifting mechanism. The double girder structure provides a rigid bridge configuration for applications requiring frequent lifting and positioning of heavy steel materials.
An electromagnetic overhead crane can handle steel scrap without using conventional hooks or mechanical grabs. When electrical power is supplied to the magnetic chuck, the electromagnet generates magnetic force to pick up ferrous materials. Power is then released or controlled to place the load at the required location.
For an indoor scrap handling crane, the main design parameters include lifting capacity, crane span, lifting height, working duty, magnetic chuck capacity, material type, load shape, working frequency, power supply and workshop layout.
Yuantai engineers select the double girder bridge, trolley, lifting mechanism, electromagnetic chuck, electrical control system and safety devices according to the actual scrap handling conditions rather than using one standard magnetic crane configuration.
Main Technical Specifications
| Item | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Crane type | Double Girder Overhead Crane with Electromagnetic Chuck |
| Application | Indoor steel scrap handling / metal recycling / steel material handling |
| Rated capacity | 5 – 100 ton+, customized according to lifting requirements |
| Bridge structure | Double welded box girders or engineered double girder bridge structure |
| Crane span | 10 – 35 m+, customized according to workshop layout |
| Lifting height | 6 – 30 m+, customized according to required hook height |
| Hoisting system | Electric open winch trolley / electric hoist trolley |
| Magnetic lifting system | Electromagnetic chuck / lifting magnet / magnetic lifting beam |
| Magnetic chuck capacity | Selected according to steel material type, dimensions, temperature and required lifting weight |
| Hoisting speed | 3 – 12 m/min, customized |
| Trolley speed | 20 – 40 m/min, VFD available |
| Crane travelling speed | 20 – 40 m/min, customized |
| Duty class | ISO A5 – A8 / FEM 2M – 5M, according to working frequency |
| Control | Pendant / Radio Remote / Operator Cabin |
| Power supply | 380V / 50Hz / 3Ph standard; 400V, 415V, 440V, 460V and 60Hz available |
| Magnet power supply | Independent electromagnetic power system with electrical control and protection |
| Safety devices | Overload limiter, lifting limit switch, travelling limit switch, emergency stop, buffers, warning alarm and magnet control protection |
| Working environment | Steel plants, scrap yards, metal recycling plants, fabrication shops, steel warehouses and indoor material handling areas |
| Yuantai Crane engineering | Yuantai engineers integrate the double girder bridge, trolley, electromagnetic chuck, electrical system, wheel loads and workshop layout into one complete crane solution. |
How Does an Electromagnetic Overhead Crane Handle Steel Scrap?
An electromagnetic overhead crane uses a lifting magnet to pick up ferrous materials. When the electromagnetic chuck is energized, magnetic force attracts the steel material and holds it during lifting and horizontal movement.
The crane trolley positions the magnetic chuck above the scrap. After the magnet is energized, the crane lifts the material and moves it to the required location. The magnet is then released according to the control system to unload the steel scrap.
This makes a magnetic overhead crane suitable for repetitive handling of loose steel scrap, steel pieces, plates, bars, billets and other ferrous materials.
Double Girder Overhead Crane with Magnet vs Grab Bucket Crane
| Item | Electromagnetic Crane | Grab Bucket Crane |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting method | Magnetic force | Mechanical grab bucket |
| Suitable material | Ferrous steel and magnetic metal | Scrap, coal, sand, aggregate and bulk materials |
| Loose steel scrap | Very suitable for magnetic steel scrap | Suitable depending on scrap size and material condition |
| Steel plates | Suitable for flat ferrous steel materials | Generally less suitable |
| Loading method | Magnetic pickup | Grab bucket closing and lifting |
| Control | Electrical magnet control | Mechanical / hydraulic / rope grab system |
| Typical application | Steel scrap yards, steel mills and metal recycling | Bulk material handling and mixed scrap handling |
Why Use a Double Girder Overhead Crane for Steel Scrap Handling?
A double girder overhead crane for scrap handling is often selected when the application requires frequent lifting, large working coverage and a higher-duty crane structure.
- Rigid double girder bridge for heavy-duty operation
- Suitable for repetitive steel scrap handling
- Large workshop coverage with customized span and runway length
- Compatible with electromagnetic lifting chucks
- Suitable for indoor steel warehouses and recycling plants
- Can be designed for high working frequency
- Radio remote control or operator cabin available
- VFD control available for smoother positioning
Electromagnetic Chuck Selection for Scrap Handling
The magnetic chuck should not be selected only according to the rated crane capacity. The actual magnetic lifting force depends on the steel material, material thickness, surface condition, temperature, shape, contact area and lifting position.
For example, loose steel scrap may have irregular shapes and limited magnetic contact area. Long steel plates, billets and steel bars have different lifting characteristics. Yuantai engineers therefore select the electromagnetic chuck according to the actual material being handled.
| Material Condition | Important Design Consideration |
|---|---|
| Loose steel scrap | Irregular shape, contact area and material distribution |
| Steel plates | Plate thickness, surface condition and contact area |
| Steel bars | Material length, diameter and arrangement |
| Billets | Weight, dimensions and surface temperature |
| Hot steel | High-temperature conditions require specially selected lifting magnets |
Indoor Magnetic Crane for Steel Scrap Yards
An indoor magnetic crane is commonly installed inside steel warehouses, scrap processing buildings and metal recycling workshops where steel materials need to be moved between storage, processing and loading areas.
Compared with mobile material handling equipment, the indoor overhead scrap crane travels along a fixed runway and can cover a large working area without occupying the floor with the crane structure.
The final runway length, crane span and lifting height are designed according to the building layout and required material flow.
Main Design Factors for a Steel Scrap Overhead Crane
| Design Factor | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Crane capacity | Determines the bridge and lifting mechanism requirements. |
| Scrap weight | Determines the required magnetic lifting capacity. |
| Material type | Affects magnetic lifting performance. |
| Material temperature | High-temperature steel may require a specially designed magnetic system. |
| Crane span | Determines the horizontal working coverage. |
| Lifting height | Determines vertical material clearance. |
| Duty class | Determines the crane's mechanical and structural service level. |
| Working frequency | Important for selecting motors, brakes, magnet and electrical components. |
| Workshop layout | Determines runway length, loading points and scrap storage coverage. |
Typical Applications of Electromagnetic Overhead Cranes
A double girder electromagnetic overhead crane can be used for:
- Steel scrap handling
- Metal recycling plants
- Steel warehouses
- Steel mills
- Steel plate storage
- Billet handling
- Steel bar handling
- Fabrication workshops
- Scrap sorting and processing areas
- Indoor loading and unloading areas
How Yuantai Designs a Double Girder Magnetic Overhead Crane
Yuantai Crane designs the double girder magnetic crane according to the actual material handling process rather than selecting the crane and electromagnetic chuck separately.
- Confirm the required lifting capacity
- Identify the type and dimensions of the steel material
- Check material temperature and working conditions
- Determine the required magnetic chuck capacity
- Select the double girder bridge structure
- Select the appropriate open winch or hoist trolley
- Calculate wheel loads and runway reactions
- Select magnet power supply and electrical controls
- Check emergency release and safety requirements
- Match the crane working envelope to the scrap storage layout
This integrated approach helps ensure that the electromagnetic overhead crane, lifting magnet, trolley, electrical system and runway work together as one material handling system.
FAQ: Double Girder Overhead Crane with Electromagnetic Chuck
Common questions about magnetic overhead cranes, steel scrap handling, electromagnetic chucks and indoor double girder crane systems.
1. What is a double girder overhead crane with electromagnetic chuck?
A double girder overhead crane with electromagnetic chuck is an overhead travelling crane equipped with a magnetic lifting device instead of a conventional hook for handling ferrous materials.
The double girder bridge supports the lifting trolley and provides the required crane coverage for steel scrap, plates, bars and other magnetic metal materials.
2. Can an electromagnetic overhead crane handle steel scrap?
Yes. An electromagnetic overhead crane is widely used for handling ferrous steel scrap and other magnetic metal materials.
The actual lifting capacity depends on the scrap size, shape, material condition, contact area and electromagnetic chuck design. Irregular scrap should be evaluated before the magnet capacity is selected.
3. What materials can a magnetic overhead crane lift?
A magnetic overhead crane can handle ferrous materials such as steel scrap, steel plates, bars, billets and other magnetic steel products.
Non-ferrous materials such as aluminum, copper and many stainless steel grades cannot be handled by a conventional electromagnetic lifting chuck in the same way as ferrous steel.
4. Is a double girder crane better for heavy scrap handling?
A double girder overhead crane is often selected for heavy-duty scrap handling because the double bridge structure provides good rigidity and can accommodate higher capacities and more demanding duty classes.
The correct crane type still depends on the required capacity, span, working frequency, lifting height and material handling process.
5. How is the electromagnetic chuck selected?
The electromagnetic chuck is selected according to the material type, scrap dimensions, weight, surface condition, temperature, contact area and required lifting capacity.
Yuantai engineers consider these factors together with the crane capacity and working cycle to select the appropriate magnetic lifting system.
6. What information is needed for a magnetic crane quotation?
Provide the lifting capacity, crane span, lifting height, runway length, steel material type, maximum scrap weight, material dimensions, working frequency, duty class and power supply.
Photos or drawings of the steel scrap and the indoor working area are especially useful for selecting the correct electromagnetic chuck and crane configuration.
7. What experience does Yuantai Crane have with magnetic overhead cranes?
Yuantai Crane has engineering and manufacturing experience with double girder overhead cranes, electromagnetic overhead cranes, magnetic lifting cranes, steel scrap cranes and heavy-duty industrial lifting systems.
For each project, Yuantai engineers review the double girder bridge, trolley, electromagnetic chuck, electrical control system, wheel loads, runway structure and actual steel handling conditions together.
Need a Double Girder Electromagnetic Overhead Crane?
Send us your lifting capacity, crane span, lifting height, runway length, scrap material type, maximum scrap weight, working frequency, duty class, power supply and workshop layout.
Yuantai Crane can engineer a double girder overhead crane with electromagnetic chuck for steel scrap handling, metal recycling, steel warehouses and other indoor industrial material handling applications.
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