Product Overview
A jib crane can be combined with an electric hoist, pneumatic hoist, intelligent lifting device or custom tooling for workpiece lifting and transfer between workstations.
AUREK designs jib-crane solutions around on-site space, lifting radius, load requirements and operating frequency.
Key Parameters / Solution Details
| Structural Configuration | Column-mounted, wall-mounted, articulating and rail-combination configurations |
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| Configuration Options | Electric Hoists, Pneumatic Hoists, Intelligent Lifting Devices, Vacuum Cups and Custom Tooling |
| Suitable Applications | Workstation lifting, equipment loading and unloading, maintenance assistance and short-distance transfer |
| Design Inputs | Load, Span, Slewing Range, Mounting Foundation, Workstation Interference and Operating Frequency |
Applications Suited to Jib Cranes
- The handling path is relatively fixed and mainly involves lifting and horizontal transfer.
- The workpiece is heavy, but the required motions are simpler than those of Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator applications.
- Installation space is available above or beside the workstation.
Difference from a Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator
- A jib crane focuses on lifting and is suited to simple lifting and transfer tasks.
- A Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator is better suited to frequent pick-and-place, precise positioning, tilting and orientation adjustment.
- For complex applications, a jib crane can be combined with dedicated tooling or an intelligent lifting device.
Frequently Asked Questions
What workstations are suitable for an articulating jib crane?
Suitable for workstations with clearance constraints where an articulating arm must cover multiple pick-and-place points.
Can a jib crane be equipped with vacuum suction cups?
Yes. The solution must be designed around the vacuum source, load and workpiece surface condition.
How should I choose between a jib crane and a Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator?
The main factor is motion complexity. Choose a jib crane for simple lifting; for frequent positioning, tilting and assembly, evaluate a Pneumatic Industrial Manipulator.