Pillar jib crane – Do you already know the alternative with a mobile foundation?
Away from rigid production layouts – the mobile alternative to the classic fixed column-mounted slewing jib crane
Planning a pillar-mounted slewing jib crane poses many challenges: regardless of whether it is a wall-mounted slewing jib crane or a permanently anchored pillar-mounted slewing jib crane – the hall statics must be checked / foundation work must be coordinated and fixed assembly points must be defined during the planning phase. But what if there was another way?

The problem
Limited flexibility and high costs
Planning a permanently anchored pillar jib crane is complicated and expensive:
- Foundation work is necessary, which causes time and costs.
- Fixed locations limit the flexibility of your production.
- Subsequent changes are costly and require new construction work.
What does that mean for you?
➡ Long planning times.
➡ High investment costs.
➡ Hardly any adjustment options if your production changes.
The solution
Manually Moved Mobile Cranes by KA-Cranes
Forget complex installations and inflexible production layouts!
- NO foundation required ➡ Simply set up, put into operation and start.
- Ready for immediate use ➡ No long construction or waiting time.
- Can be used anywhere ➡ Position the crane where you really need it.
- Future-proof ➡ Is your layout changing? The crane simply moves with you!
The mobile alternative to a permanently installed system
With the mobile cranes from KA-Cranes, we offer you an innovative alternative to permanently anchored pillar jib cranes – without any time-consuming foundation work or structural analysis. Our mobile crane systems are ready for use immediately after installation and can be used flexibly wherever they are needed.
Your advantages over permanently anchored pillar jib cranes
No foundation work necessary
- Set up, align and put into operation
- No floor anchoring required
- Flexible positioning in the entire hall area
Future-proof planning
- Adaptable to changing layout requirements
- No firmly defined mounting points
- Multiple use possible at different locations
Innovative technology
- Internal carriage guide for optimum dirt protection
- Extremely smooth-running in daily operation
- Low maintenance thanks to sophisticated design
Immediate operational readiness
- No lengthy installation work
- Fast commissioning
- Flexible relocation if required
Optimized for modern production requirements
While permanently anchored pillar jib cranes require a rigid infrastructure, our mobile pillar jib cranes adapt flexibly to your production requirements. This flexibility offers you decisive advantages, especially when quantities vary or layout requirements change.
Discover the advantages of the mobile alternative
All assembly points must be precisely defined as early as the planning phase for a permanently anchored pillar jib crane. With our mobile traveling cranes, you retain maximum flexibility even after the investment – without compromising on technical performance.
Planning comparison: Permanently anchored vs. mobile
Direct comparison of planning processes
Time is a decisive factor in modern production. The path to a ready-to-use crane system differs fundamentally between permanently anchored pillar jib cranes and mobile traveling cranes – both in the planning phase and during installation.
Fixed column-mounted slewing jib crane: planning steps
Mobile alternative: The easy way to a crane system
Flexibility in practice
Simplified planning and installation means for you:
- Faster project realization
- Lower planning costs
- Maximum flexibility for future changes
- No hidden follow-up costs
Criterion | Fixed column-mounted slewing jib crane | Mobile mobilecrane |
---|---|---|
No foundation required? | ❌ Ground foundation required | ✅ Yes |
Flexible choice of location? | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Time of flexible project realization | up to weeks | in a few hours |
Subsequent adjustment possible? | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Planning for the future
Modern production processes require increasingly flexible solutions. While the classic pillar-mounted slewing jib crane ties you down to a fixed infrastructure, our mobile crane system grows with your requirements. From just one area of application, the mobile mobilecrane offers a lower investment compared to permanently anchored models.
“Choosing a mobile crane system is an investment in the future viability of your production. You retain full flexibility with maximum technical performance.”
Our traveling cranes – innovative technology for modern requirements
WK I – The all-rounder

- Load capacity: 100-500 kg
- Projection: 1750-4715 mm
- Swivel range: 270°
- Total height: flexible 2250-4500 mm
- Application: Ideal for production, assembly and tool changes
WK I-K – With articulated boom

- Load capacity: 125-500 kg
- Projection: 1750-4400 mm
- Swivel range: 310°
- Special feature: Avoids interfering contours in the swivel range
- Application: Perfect for confined spaces and corner handling
WK III – The powerful one

- Load capacity: up to 1000 kg
- Projection: 1750-4500 mm
- Swivel range: 360
- Special feature: Internal swivel support
- Application: Heavy load handling in production
WK-SL – Long range

- Load capacity: 400-600 kg
- Projection: up to 4500 mm with high load
- Swivel range: 360
- Special feature: Optimized for long projections
- Application: Large-scale workplace operation
Technical integration
Flexible power supply
- Standard: 400V/3/50Hz/N/PE
- Optional: 230V/50Hz (for models up to 250 kg)
- Back-up fuse: max. 16A
- Supplied completely pre-wired
Security technology
- Adjustable belt brake/block brake
- Optional swivel range limiter
- Swivel lock available
- Complies with all relevant safety standards
Optional equipment
- ABUS electric chain hoist
- Different chassis variants
- Swivel range limits
- Additional security features
Ambient conditions
- Temperature range: -10°C to +40°C
- Maximum inclination: 0.5%
- Location: Hall operation
- No special strength classes of the floor required
The technical design of our mobile traveling cranes is based on practical experience: we developed this innovative solution back in the 1980s based on our own requirements. Since then, we have continuously perfected the system. The result of decades of further development is a low-maintenance, smooth-running system that adapts flexibly to your requirements.
Frequently asked questions about the mobile column-mounted slewing jib crane alternative
Basic questions about the changeover
Technical questions
Practical use
Profitability & investment
The next step towards your mobile crane solution
Individual advice for your requirements
Are you planning to purchase a pillar jib crane and would like to find out more about the mobile alternative? Our experts will help you with the planning and show you the options for your specific situation.
Three ways to your optimal solution
Direct route to the right crane
Use our online configurator and put together your individual mobilecrane. You will receive a non-binding cost overview straight away.
Personal advice
Let our experts advise you. We will analyze your requirements and recommend the optimum solution for you.
Technical details
Would you like to study all the technical details first? You can find detailed product information on the crane pages.