Industrial Crane Design

Learn crane and hoisting machine design with Schneider Electric architectures and Bill of Materials

Designing a Crane : Typical Basic Architecture

This suggested simple architecture proposes a basic electro-mechanical 2 speed system controlling the vertical load movement and a double speed motor and standard speed drive for the horizontal movement.

Warning : Hoisting machines are considered dangerous and need specific attention according to local standards and directives.

Technical Benefits of this Architecture

  • Wireless pendant for ergonomic and simple operator load control
  • Simple and easy drive configuration of horizontal movements
  • Worldwide multi standard electro-mechanical components
  • Load “time delay control” feature (adjustable single height antisway)
  • Simple wiring and reduced cost with embedded travel limit switches management
  • Long lifespan in tough hoisting environments, thanks to reliable robust Schneider Electric parts

Technical Features of this Architecture

  • Simple economic robust flexible design and reliable architecture
  • Easy installation and on-site commissioning
  • Smooth operation movement reduces metal fatigue on mechanical structure and improves machine durability
  • Simple maintenance and diagnostics, requiring only basic electrical skills reducing maintenance cost
  • Readily available components through a Schneider Electric’s worldwide distribution network helping reduce machine downtime

Featured Parts

Altivar 320 Variable Speed Drive

ATV320 Speed drive is the core component of crane machine. This product provides dedicated function for movement control such as brake control preset, stepless speed, high speed hoisting and time delay control (Antisway) capabilities.

Tesys Deca GV Motor Starters

TeSys Deca manual motor starters provide easy-to-install short-circuit protection for motors up to 32 A (15 kW/400 V). The manual starters and protectors provide manual isolation, manual motor control, and thermal overcurrent protection in one compact unit.

Harmony XACA Pendant Station

This pendant station is a robust, simple and intuitive control box for cranes and hoist machines.

Designed for mechanical handling and equipped with a ⌀40mm trigger action emergency stop, they comply with the safety requirements of IEC standards.

Harmony Electromechanical Relays

Electromechanical relays include a slim interface and miniature, power, universal, and hermetically sealed relays. A wide range of EMR relays are available for most industrial machines such as in packaging, textile HVAC, automation control panels, and PLC interfaces.

TeSys Deca Contactors

A simple, robust, low consumption solution ready for harsh environments.

TeSys Deca contractors combined with TeSys Control Motor circuit breakers can be rapidly assembled to create high performance modular motor starter solutions.

Harmony XALD, XALK Plastic Control Station

The pre-assembled control stations comewith one to three buttons for various functions and are ready to install. Customers can assemble customizable stations according to their needs.

Harmony Pocket Remote

The Pocket Remote wireless industrial radio remote control is part of a complete range dedicated to enhance operator mobility and offer friendly customization.

Harmony XVB7 Tower Lights

Featuring a sleek design that incorporates universal LEDs to maximize brightness while minimizing energy consumption. With easy installation and a modular concept, these tower lights simplify your selection journey and enhance operational efficiency.