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Frequently Asked Questions

An EOT (Electric Overhead Travelling) crane is an electrically operated overhead lifting system used to move and handle heavy materials within industrial facilities. It generally consists of a bridge, girders, end carriages, hoisting mechanism, trolley and electrical controls.

A single girder EOT crane uses one main bridge girder and is generally preferred for light to medium-duty applications. A double girder EOT crane uses two main girders and is typically selected for higher capacities, longer spans and demanding industrial applications.

Crane capacity should be selected based on the maximum load to be lifted, including the weight of lifting attachments, along with the required span, lifting height, duty cycle and operating conditions.

  • Maximum lifting capacity
  • Crane span
  • Lifting height
  • Required hook approach
  • Duty classification
  • Operating frequency
  • Travel and lifting speeds
  • Building/runway structure
  • Working environment
  • Control system
  • Required safety features
  • Maintenance accessibility

An EOT crane travels along elevated runway rails. A gantry or Goliath crane has supporting legs and travels on floor-level rails. A jib crane uses a horizontal boom for localized lifting and material movement. Aditya Cranes offers all three categories.

EOT cranes are used across industries such as steel, automobile, fabrication, engineering, cement, paper, power generation, transformer manufacturing, oil refineries and water treatment.

Duty classification indicates how frequently and intensively a crane is expected to operate. It considers operating frequency, load spectrum and working hours. Selecting the appropriate duty class ensures that the crane is suitable for its actual operating conditions.

Maintenance frequency depends on the crane's duty, operating environment, usage and component condition. Regular inspections should cover wire ropes, brakes, hooks, wheels, gearboxes, motors, electrical panels, limit switches and control systems. Aditya Cranes provides breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, AMC and predictive maintenance services.

EOT cranes can improve material-handling efficiency, workplace utilization, lifting productivity and operator control while reducing dependence on manual material movement.

The cost of an EOT crane depends on lifting capacity, single/double girder configuration, span, lifting height, duty class, travel speeds, hoist specification, electrical components, runway requirements, automation and site conditions. Therefore, there isn't one fixed price for every EOT crane.