When lifting heavy equipment in tight or sensitive environments, a hydraulic crane offers capabilities that traditional cranes and gantries can’t match. That’s why LGH offers 20-ton hydraulic gantry systems—high-capacity lifting solutions that deliver both power and precision, all in a compact, mobile footprint.
A hydraulic gantry crane system from LGH.
A hydraulic gantry is a modular lifting gantry system that combines the vertical lifting force of hydraulic cylinders with a movable base that can travel on track. Sometimes referred to as a mobile hydraulic crane or MiniJack system, it’s ideal for operations with limited headroom, confined spaces, or uneven loads.
Unlike traditional gantry cranes, which require a preset height and more extensive setup, a hydraulic crane system can start the lift from ground level. It raises the load smoothly and evenly to the desired height using synchronized hydraulic cylinders. Once elevated, the system can also travel horizontally along a track—providing lifting and load movement in one streamlined setup.
Hydraulic cranes solve several rigging and lifting challenges:
• High Capacity in Compact Spaces: With a 20-ton lifting capacity and minimal footprint, they offer a heavy-duty gantry crane solution where larger equipment won’t fit.
• Low Headroom Capabilities: Set up the lift at ground level, attach the load, and raise it with no need for overhead clearance.
• Mobile Load Movement: Use integrated motorized drives and rubber traction wheels to move the entire gantry while holding the load at elevation.
• Precise and Safe Lifting: Use runway tracks to maintain a level and plumb lift throughout the operation.
• Runway Track System: Standard 10-foot lengths with leveling ability, distributing load weight across a wider surface area—ideal for delicate floors or concrete.
• Power Drive Mobility: Drive motors propel the gantry across the track with smooth, continuous motion, even while under load.
• 4-Point Lifting Option: Create a four-leg configuration for higher capacity and increased load control (up to 40 tons when evenly distributed).
• Custom Lifting Links: When headroom is limited, low-profile 10-ton links and 1-1/4″ shackles offer more flexibility than beam clamps.
LGH also offers a hydraulic gantry crane runway system for rent.
Hydraulic crane systems are perfect for jobs such as:
• Transformer replacements in substations
• Equipment swaps in tight mechanical rooms
• Vessel lifts where overhead crane access is unavailable
• Bridge bearing maintenance or infrastructure upgrades
Whether you’re working around obstacles or need to lift from below and raise into place, hydraulic cranes from LGH provide unmatched versatility.
For expert guidance on hydraulic crane rentals or help designing your lift plan, contact one of our lifting experts here or call us at 800-878-7305. We’ll help you find the right gantry system for your next big lift.
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