Container Gantry Crane

Container gantry crane is specialized portal lifting equipment for loading, unloading, stacking and short‑distance transfer of ISO 20ft‑40ft‑45ft containers.
Yangyumech, professional Chinese OEM manufacturer, supplies three main series: rubber‑tyred RTG, rail‑mounted RMG and ship‑to‑shore STS container gantry crane.
It covers light‑duty inland yard models (1‑20t) and heavy‑duty port terminal models up to 120t, widely deployed for ports, inland depots and logistics parks.

Description

Typical Application & Working Conditions

Our container gantry cranes serve multiple industrial scenarios:
‑ Seaport container terminals & inland dry‑port depots
‑ Logistics parks, container freight stations and storage yards
‑ Intermodal railway transfer stations
‑ Temporary container stock yards without heavy civil foundation

Working duty: A3‑A8 according to different models; adapt to outdoor open‑air environment with dust, salt‑spray corrosion.
Available control modes: cabin control, wireless remote control, semi‑automatic & fully‑automatic unmanned operation.

Tire-mounted container gantry cranes (RTG) use tires as their traveling components, eliminating the need for tracks and offering high flexibility, enabling efficient maneuvering in medium to small-sized yards.

Rail-mounted container gantry cranes (RMG) operate along fixed tracks, offering outstanding load-bearing capacity and large spans, making them suitable for large-scale operations in specialized yards.

Shore-based container gantry cranes are installed along the port shoreline, with an operational range covering the ship’s side and the yard, serving as the key equipment for transferring containers between ships and land.

Structurally, it consists of a gantry frame, trolley running mechanism, crane running mechanism, and electrical control system. The gantry frame includes a main beam and legs, with the main beam typically constructed using a box-type welded structure, and the legs designed in A-type or H-type configurations to ensure rigidity and stability during large-span operations. The trolley running mechanism is equipped with a telescopic container-specific lifting device, capable of automatically aligning and rotating containers, enabling precise handling of 20-40-foot containers. In terms of performance, the container gantry crane excels.

Its lifting capacity typically ranges from 40 to 100 tons, with some large models exceeding 100 tons, easily handling heavy container operations. The span ranges from 18 to 50 meters, with a lifting height of 12 to 30 meters, enabling 4 to 8 layers of stacking, significantly improving yard utilization rates, which are 3 to 5 times higher than traditional stacking methods. The work class is typically A6-A8, capable of meeting high-frequency continuous operation requirements, with an average daily operating time of over 16 hours. The lifting speed ranges from 8-30 m/min, the trolley running speed from 20-50 m/min, and the single operation cycle time is only 30-60 seconds per container, achieving extremely high operational efficiency.

With technological advances, modern container gantry cranes also support semi-automatic or fully automatic operation, integrating GPS positioning, laser ranging, anti-sway systems, and other features to enable unmanned operation. This not only reduces labor costs but also improves operational accuracy.

Container gantry cranes, with their specialized design and high-performance capabilities, provide robust support for container handling in ports, logistics parks, and other similar settings, making them an indispensable piece of equipment in the modern logistics industry.

Features

Tire‑mounted (RTG) Container Gantry Crane
No track constraints, equipped with wide‑base engineering tires (diameter ≥1.8 m). It can freely travel on compacted ground, minimum turning radius 8‑12 m, support on‑spot 90‑degree steering. Perfect for medium‑and‑small yards with frequently adjusted layout.

Rail‑mounted (RMG) Container Gantry Crane
Operates along parallel steel rails. It supports large span up to 50 m and heavy load capacity up to 120 t, positioning accuracy ±5 mm. Realize multi‑crane coordinated operation on single rail for large‑scale permanent container yards.

Shore‑based (STS) Container Gantry Crane
Large lifting height over 30 m, long boom outreach covering ship side to shore yard. Equipped with high‑performance anti‑sway system (sway amplitude ≤3°). Match with storm‑proof anchoring device to resist level‑12 wind for seaport quay operation.

Intelligent Control System
Integrate GPS positioning, laser ranging and visual recognition technology. Support remote semi‑automatic or unattended fully‑automatic operation. Digital‑twin workflow simulation, autonomous path‑planning and obstacle‑avoidance with positioning accuracy ±20 mm.

Comprehensive Safety Protection
Standard configuration: overload protection (accuracy ±3%), dual mechanical‑electronic travel limit, anti‑sway control, anti‑collision early‑warning & auto‑deceleration. RTG version adds tire‑pressure monitoring and automatic fire‑extinguishing device, complying with ISO 10474 international safety standards.

Easy Maintenance & Long Service Life
Key components equipped with real‑time IoT status‑monitoring sensors for early fault warning. Main beam and legs adopt long‑life anti‑corrosion coating with service life ≥15 years, effectively reduce regular‑maintenance workload.

Technical Data

Capacity1t2t3.5t5t10t16t20t
Span6-10m8-12m10-14m12-16m14-20m16-24m18-28m
Lifting height4-6m5-7m6-8m6-9m8-12m10-14m10-16m
Work DutyA3A3-A4A4A4-A5A5
Lifting speed8-12m6-10m5-8m4-6m
Hoist Traveling Speed 15-25m20-30m25-35m
Crane Traveling Sprrd10-15(Tire-mounted)
20-30(Rail-mounted)
8-12(Tire-mounted)
15-25(Rail-mounted)
5-10(Tire-mounted)
10-20(Rail-mounted)
3-8(Tire-mounted)
8-15(Rail-mounted)
RailCaster-mounted (swivel casters)/Rail-mountedTire-type (construction tires)/Track-typeTire-type (wide-base tires)/Track-type

Purchasing Process

Our Crane Certifications

Our cranes (overhead crane, gantry crane, jib crane and electric hoist) are fully certified to meet international and local manufacturing standards. We hold complete qualification documents to guarantee product safety and reliable quality for global buyers. Below are our key certifications:

Our Custom Visit

We welcome worldwide customers to visit our manufacturing workshop. You can check crane production processes, raw materials and finished products face‑to‑face with our engineering team.

FAQs About Choosing the Right Gantry Crane and Supplier

In order to obtain accurate quotes for custom overhead cranes, providing the following core information will greatly improve efficiency:

1. Key specifications: including rated lifting weight (tons), span (i.e., track spacing, meters), and lifting height (meters), which is the basis of the design.
2. Use environment and working conditions: Explain the conditions of the installation site (such as indoor/outdoor, temperature, humidity) and work level (busy level), which determines the material selection and configuration level of the structure.
3. Specific configuration requirements: clarify the drive mode (such as frequency conversion control), brand preferences for electrical components, safety devices (such as overload limiters, anti-collision systems), and whether special functions such as remote control are required.
4. Installation and service: confirm the on-site power supply conditions (voltage, frequency), installation conditions, and specific expectations for delivery time, installation and commissioning, and after-sales service.

The more detailed the information provided, the more accurate and reliable the solutions and quotations obtained.

1. Span and lifting capacity: this is the foundation.The larger the span and the higher the rated lifting weight, the material and design costs of the main beam and structure will increase significantly, and the higher the price.

2. Working level and frequency of use: The working level (A1-A8) represents the busy level and load status of the crane.Cranes with frequent and heavy-duty use require more durable motors, gearboxes and structural parts, and the cost is naturally higher than that of lightweight and occasionally used equipment.

3. Structure and configuration: The double beam is more complex and stable than the single beam structure, and the price is higher.At the same time, the lifting height, operating speed, motor brand, control system (ordinary vs frequency conversion), and the level of safety devices (such as anti-swing, load monitoring) all directly affect the final quotation.

4. Degree of customization and brand service: completely standard models have lower costs.The customized design based on the workshop environment (such as explosion-proof and high temperature), special processes (such as metallurgical special), brand added value, and after-sales guarantee system will all be reflected in the price.

In simple terms, when buying a bridge crane, it is necessary to consider “how much, how frequently, what environment and what configuration”, which determine its core value and price.

Which crane to choose mainly depends on your specific needs. You can quickly judge from the following four core aspects:

-Single-beam bridge crane: it is suitable for conventional workshops with light and medium loads (usually ≤20 tons), medium span, and low frequency of use. It is the most economical and versatile choice.
-Double-girder bridge crane: used for heavy-duty, long-span, or high-work-level occasions (such as frequent hoisting, metallurgy, heavy-duty assembly). Its stability, durability, and safety are higher, but the cost is also increased accordingly.
-Free vertical crane (cantilever/column type): suitable for fixed working points and working conditions with limited rotation range, such as beside machine tools, maintenance areas, or production line stations, it can efficiently use corner space and be installed flexibly.
-Grab crane: It is specially used for the handling, loading, and unloading of bulk materials (such as grain, coal, sand, and gravel). The only reason to choose it is that you need to deal with such unpackaged loose materials.

In simple terms, you can filter according to this logic:

First, according to the lifting weight and span, choose between a single beam and a double beam.
If the scope of operation is highly concentrated and the space is limited, consider a free vertical.
If the handling object is bulk material, it points directly to the grab type.

Yes. Our bridge cranes fully comply with and follow relevant international standards. Our company has passed a number of international certifications, such as the ISO 9001 quality management system, which guarantees that the management system ensures every aspect of the product, from design to delivery, is under high standards of quality control. Therefore, you can rest assured that our cranes are internationally competitive in terms of safety and quality.
 
In order to ensure the versatility, safety, and reliability of our products on a global scale, we strictly follow the mainstream international standard systems, including the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), European (EN/DIN), and the United States (ANSI/ASME) in the design and manufacturing process. For example, for the EU market, our products meet the detailed requirements of the Machinery Directive and CE certification. At the same time, we also actively adapt to specific regulations in other regions to meet the compliance needs of different customers.

Delivery times largely depend on whether the crane is standard or customized. Based on our experience, standard single-girder and double-girder cranes can be produced more quickly, while cranes with special spans, duty ratings, or environmental requirements naturally require additional engineering design time.

For each quotation, we provide an estimated production and delivery schedule based on your configuration and destination. Throughout the manufacturing process, our team maintains communication with the customer to ensure no unexpected issues arise before shipment.

Compared with many suppliers, Yangyumech mainly reflects the two differentiated advantages of high customization flexibility and clear international compliance when providing bridge cranes.

On the one hand, we focus on in-depth customized services. According to your specific needs, we can provide fully customized solutions on core parameters such as rated load capacity, span, and lifting height, and accept personalized requirements. This means that what you get is not a standard product, but exclusive equipment that accurately matches the working conditions of your workshop.

On the other hand, we attach importance to international standards and quality certification. Our products clearly meet the requirements of international certifications such as CE, which ensures that their safety and reliability can meet the mainstream standards of the international market, and provides you with additional quality confidence guarantees. Combined with our direct supply capabilities as a powerful factory, we can achieve better comprehensive value for you while obtaining compliant and customized products.

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