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In a cramped steel fabrication shop, FullSharp mounted a pneumatic jib crane on an existing wall or column, leaving the floor clear for machines and stock. A vacuum pad with cups matched to the sheet size grips steel sheets from the top surface, and the arm swings them from the storage rack to the machine table without damaging the edges.
The steel fabrication area is cramped, with the floor already packed with machines and stock, leaving no room for a jib crane's floor-standing column. Steel sheets are also heavy, and carrying them by hand risks slipping and damaging the edges.
FullSharp installs an overhead pneumatic jib crane mounted to the existing wall or column structure, leaving the floor completely clear. The working end is a vacuum lifting pad that suctions straight onto the steel sheet's surface, and the arm then swings it over to the processing position.
Overhead pneumatic jib crane carrying a vacuum lifting pad for steel sheets in the workshop.
Equipment Installed
- Wall or column mounting bracket: bolted to an existing load-bearing structure, taking up no floor space.
- Swing arm: covers a wide arc, enough to move a sheet from the storage rack to the machine table.
- Vacuum lifting pad: suction cups arranged to match the steel sheet size, keeping it balanced and level.
- Pneumatic hoist: smooth lifting and lowering, slowing down near the set-down point so the sheet doesn't land hard.
Benefits for Your Facility
No floor space lost
The crane anchors to a column or wall, leaving the area below free for machines and stock.
Protects sheet edges
The sheet is lifted from the top surface with no prying needed, keeping edges and surface intact.
Compact operation
One person handles both suction and swinging - no need to wait for a full carrying team.
Actual Installation Photos
Click a photo to enlarge. Album of 14 photos taken on site.
Suitable Applications
- Steel sheet fabrication workshops
- Cutting and bending machine areas
- Sheet metal and steel warehouses
- Structural fabrication lines
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Frequently asked questions
Can a jib crane be installed without a floor column?
Yes. A wall or column bracket bolts to an existing load-bearing structure and takes up no floor space. FullSharp checks the strength of the column or wall before choosing this mounting.
How do you lift steel sheets without damaging the edges?
A vacuum pad lifts the sheet from its top surface, so there is no prying or clamping at the edges. Cups arranged to the sheet size keep it balanced and level.
Does the sheet land hard on the machine table?
The pneumatic hoist slows down near the set-down point, so the sheet is placed gently. One person handles both suction and swinging.
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Installation Consulting for Your Facility
FullSharp checks whether the column or wall can bear the suspended moment, then measures the sheet size and weight to select the reach and number of suction cups. Our engineers also finalize the mounting bracket position and air supply line. Contact FullSharp to schedule a site survey.