Jib Cranes | United States | Handling Systems International, Inc.

We often get the question, “should I put in a jib crane or a bridge crane for my application”? The answer is not that simple. Both solutions have advantages over each other, but generally the answer is right before your eyes.
Certainly a jib crane costs less, right? Not necessarily. Often times, jib cranes require a foundation or footing that requires excavating the floor and pouring new concrete, this is costly and time consuming. Conversely, a bridge crane/runway structure...

We all learned long ago that Knowledge is Power. The more you can understand the product you are selling and the competition you are up against, the better salesperson you will be. Sales requires more than just timely quotes and good follow up, it requires...

Cranes are often used in harsh or outdoor environments creating challenges for both the manufacturer and the end user. The manufacturer is responsible for communicating the proper use and limitations of outdoor cranes and the end user is responsible...

Hoist are commonly used with jib, gantry and workstation cranes. In the hoist world, hoists are either 3-Phase (230/460-3-60) or 1-Phase (115/230-1-60) and either single speed or dual speed. Some manufacturers accomplish dual speed with contactors or...