Jib Cranes

Professional Jib Crane Installation Services

Engineered Handling Systems delivers turnkey jib crane solutions for precision workstation lifting across the Northeast & Mid-Atlantic. Our services include structural analysis, foundation design, and professional installation. We partner with leading manufacturers for reliable performance. Every project complies with CMAA specifications and OSHA safety standards. Complement your jib crane with our overhead bridge cranes and gantry systems for comprehensive material handling coverage.

Types of Jib Cranes

Capacity Range & Configurations

Our jib crane systems span a complete range of capacities and configurations to match your specific lifting requirements. From light-duty workstation applications to heavy industrial operations, we engineer solutions that deliver safe, reliable performance.

Capacity Options

• Light Duty: 150 lbs to 500 lbs for precision assembly and light parts handling
• Medium Duty: 500 lbs to 2,000 lbs for general workstation and machine loading operations
• Heavy Duty: 1 ton to 5 ton for industrial lifting, die handling, and heavy component positioning
• Custom Capacities: Higher tonnages available for specialized applications

Freestanding Jib Crane Systems

Freestanding jib cranes provide complete 360° rotation and maximum lifting flexibility without requiring building attachment. These foundation-mounted systems handle the heaviest loads and longest spans while maintaining precise control and smooth operation.

Foundation-Mounted Design

Proper foundation design is critical for freestanding jib crane performance and safety. Our engineering team provides complete foundation specifications including concrete depth, rebar layout, anchor bolt configuration, and curing requirements. Foundation-mounted systems distribute loads directly to the floor structure, eliminating stress on building walls or columns.

• Foundation depth: Typically 36" to 60" depending on capacity and soil conditions
• Anchor bolts: Heavy-duty embedment anchors with proper edge distance and spacing
• Concrete specifications: 3,000 PSI minimum compressive strength, properly reinforced
• Foundation vs sleeve insert: Permanent foundation mounting or removable sleeve insert options available

Sleeve Insert Mounting

Sleeve insert systems provide the flexibility to relocate your jib crane as your operation changes. A steel sleeve is permanently embedded in the concrete foundation, allowing the jib mast to be inserted and removed as needed. This configuration is ideal for facilities that may need to reconfigure workstations or move equipment to different locations over time.

• Removability: Jib mast can be extracted from sleeve for relocation or removal
• Floor-level access: Flush-mounted cover plate when jib is removed
• Multiple locations: Install sleeves in several locations, move jib crane as needed
• Foundation protection: Sleeve protects concrete from wear during installation and removal

Rotation Capabilities

Jib crane rotation ranges from 180° to 360° depending on mounting configuration and application requirements. Rotation can be manual or motorized based on load weight, duty cycle, and operator ergonomics.

Rotation Configurations

• 360° rotation: Freestanding floor-mounted and mast-type jibs provide full circular coverage
• 200° rotation: Common for wall-mounted and column-mounted configurations
• 180° rotation: Wall-bracket and cantilever designs for workstations against walls
• Custom rotation: Specific rotation angles to match workspace geometry and clearance requirements

Manual vs. Motorized Rotation

Manual rotation is standard on most jib cranes, relying on the hoist trolley movement to initiate boom swing. For frequent rotation, heavy loads, or high-volume operations, motorized rotation provides effortless positioning with push-button or variable-speed control.

• Manual rotation: Low-friction bearings allow easy boom swing, initiated by trolley travel or manual push
• Motorized rotation: Electric motor drive with pendant or wireless control for precise positioning
• Variable speed: VFD-controlled rotation for smooth acceleration and deceleration
• Rotation limits: Optional mechanical or electrical stops to restrict swing angle

Stainless Steel Jib Cranes

Stainless steel construction is essential for corrosive environments, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and clean room applications. All-stainless jibs resist rust, chemical attack, and contamination while meeting sanitary standards for regulated industries.

Stainless Steel Applications

• Food & Beverage: USDA-compliant lifting equipment for production and packaging areas
• Pharmaceutical: Non-shedding, cleanable surfaces for GMP-classified environments
• Chemical Processing: Corrosion resistance to acids, caustics, solvents, and process chemicals
• Marine & Coastal: Salt spray and moisture resistance for outdoor and waterfront installations
• Clean Rooms: Particle-free operation compatible with controlled environment standards

Stainless Steel Features

• 304 or 316 stainless: Material grade selection based on corrosion exposure
• All-stainless construction: Mast, boom, trolley, fasteners, and rotation components
• Washdown capability: Sealed bearings and smooth surfaces for pressure washing
• Sanitary design: Continuous welds, smooth finishes, no crevices for contamination

Applications & Benefits

• Machine Loading: CNC machining centers, presses, grinders, lathes, and assembly stations
• Workstation Support: Parts feeding, tool handling, product positioning, and ergonomic lifting
• Material Handling: Dock operations, truck loading and unloading, inventory movement
• Assembly Operations: Heavy component positioning, subassembly handling, ergonomic part presentation
• Maintenance Support: Equipment service access, motor removal, die changes, machinery maintenance
• Process Industries: Tank farms, chemical reactor service, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing

Floor-Mounted Jib Cranes

Freestanding jib cranes provide 360° rotation and maximum lifting flexibility. Foundation-mounted design handles the heaviest loads and longest spans.

Floor-Mounted Features

• Full Rotation: 360° swing for complete work area coverage
• Heavy Capacity: Up to 5 tons standard, higher capacities available for custom applications
• Long Reach: Spans up to 30' for large work areas and extended coverage
• Foundation Mounted: Engineered concrete foundation with embedded anchor bolts
• Motorized Rotation: Optional powered boom rotation for frequent positioning and heavy loads
• Mast Construction: Heavy-wall steel pipe or structural tube mast for rigidity and load support

Wall-Mounted & Column Jibs

Wall and column-mounted jibs conserve floor space while providing excellent lifting capability for workstation applications.

Wall-Mounted Benefits

• Space Saving: No floor space required for mast or foundation
• Cost Effective: Lower installation cost compared to floor-mounted systems
• 180° to 200° Rotation: Covers work area adjacent to wall or column
• Wall Bracket: Distributes loads to building structure through engineered mounting bracket
• Easy Installation: Bolts to existing walls, columns, or structural members
• Structural Analysis: Engineering review ensures adequate wall or column strength

Articulating Jib Cranes

Articulating jib cranes provide maximum flexibility for complex workstation layouts and tight spaces. Dual-boom knuckle design reaches around obstructions and provides multiple positioning angles unavailable with straight-boom jibs.

Articulating Features

• Dual Boom Design: Inner and outer boom sections with articulating joint
• Obstacle Clearance: Reaches around machines, columns, walls, and other obstructions
• Precise Positioning: Multiple boom angles allow exact load placement
• Compact Design: Folds for minimum space requirement when not in use
• Workstation Integration: Perfect for assembly lines, machine cells, and tight production areas
• Manual or Motorized: Available with manual or powered articulation

Jib Crane Components

Quality components ensure reliable operation and long service life. All jibs include professional-grade hoists and controls engineered for your specific application.

Standard Components

• Mast: Vertical support structure in steel, stainless steel, or aluminum construction
• Boom: Horizontal lifting arm with integrated hoist trolley track
• Hoist: Electric chain hoist or wire rope hoist with push-button or wireless control
• Trolley: Low-friction hoist carrier with smooth travel along boom length
• Rotation Bearing: Maintenance-free rotation system with sealed bearing design
• Foundation: Engineered concrete base with anchor bolt template (floor-mounted models)

Frequently Paired Solutions

Jib cranes provide precise positioning at individual workstations and production cells:

Industries We Serve