Mobile crane solutions for machining operations – Flexible tool handling without fixed installation
Ergonomic handling of heavy tools and clamping devices –
for frequent set-up processes on different machines.
- Ergonomic tool handling
- Movable between machines
- No floor anchoring required
Daily challenges in machining operations
- Frequent tool and clamping device changes put physical strain on employees
- Handling heavy tools, turrets and clamping devices (50-500 kg)
- Various CNC machines in the hall require crane support
- Ergonomic strain due to repetitive set-up processes
- Flexible response to changing orders and machine utilization
- Raw material supply to the cutting machines (e.g. filling bar feeders)
Why mobilecranes are ideal for machining operations
- One crane for several machines: Higher capacity utilization instead of fixed allocation
- Dirt resistance: Internal carriage guide protects against chips and cooling lubricant
- Smooth operation: Controlled movements for safe tool handling
- Ergonomic relief: reduced physical strain during set-up work
- Flexible positioning: use the crane where it is currently being set up
Technical advantages in the machining environment
- Low-maintenance design: internal guide minimizes wear due to production dirt
- Robust steel construction: durable use in harsh production environments
- Ball bearing technology: smooth operation even with frequent use
- Various load capacities: From 100 kg for tools to 1000 kg for heavy clamping fixtures
- Compact design: Fits between closely spaced machine tools
Typical applications in machining
- Tool change: Handling of machining tools
- Clamping devices: Positioning clamping plates, clamping blocks and fixtures
- Machine set-up: Support with retooling for new production orders
- Maintenance work: Support with the installation and removal of machine components
- Workpiece handling: transporting heavy blanks and finished workpieces
Ergonomics and employee health
- Reduced back strain: heavy tools no longer have to be lifted manually
- Safe handling: Controlled movements prevent accidents when changing tools
- Less fatigue: Employees remain productive for longer during set-up work
- Improved quality of work: more relaxed working leads to fewer errors
- Long-term health: prevention of musculoskeletal disorders
Economic efficiency for machining companies
- Higher crane utilization: One crane serves several machines
- Reduced set-up times: Ergonomic handling speeds up tool changes
- Lower medical costs: fewer absences due to physical overload
- Flexible capacities: Crane follows the current production capacity utilization and a constantly changing value stream
- Future-proof investment: flexibly adaptable for hall conversions or new machines
The right models for machining operations
Height, load capacity and projection can be adapted to customer requirements
WK I – The versatile mobile crane
- Load capacity: 100-500 kg
- Projection: 1750-4715 mm
- Swivel range: 270°
- Total height: flexible 2250-4500 mm (in 100 mm increments)
- Application: Ideal for versatile assembly tasks, placement and tool changes
WK I-K – For special requirements
- Load capacity: 125-500 kg
- Projection: 1750-4400 mm
- Swivel range: 310°
- Special feature: Avoids interfering contours and obstacles during installation
- Application: Perfect for confined workshop spaces and corner handling
WK III – For heavy components
- Load capacity: up to 1000 kg
- Projection: 1750-4500 mm
- Swivel range: 360
- Special feature: Internal swivel support for maximum stability
- Application: Heavy assembly handling in production
WK-SL – With long range
- Load capacity: 400-600 kg
- Projection: up to 4500 mm with high load
- Swivel range: 360
- Special feature: Optimized for long projections with high load capacity
- Application: Large assembly areas and extensive production lines
