There are obvious differences between gantry cranes and overhead cranes in terms of structure, application scenarios and running tracks.
Structure: The overhead crane is mainly supported by two parallel bridges (also known as girders) The beams of the crane usually have a large span and can be adapted to a large area of operation area. The gantry crane has a door frame structure, and its outriggers are high, which can cross obstacles of a certain height, and are often used in outdoor freight yards, material yards and other places.
Application scenario: Overhead cranes are usually used in indoor environments such as workshops and warehouses, and can play an important role in material handling between workshops and warehouses. Gantry cranes are usually used in outdoor freight yards, material yards and other places for the loading, unloading and handling of large goods.
Running track: The overhead crane can move freely on the track between the workshop and the warehouse for material handling. Gantry cranes can move on the tracks of outdoor freight yards, material yards and other places to carry out the loading, unloading and handling of large goods.
These differences mean that overhead cranes and gantry cranes differ in specific usage scenarios and functions. Overhead cranes are suitable for material handling in workshops and warehouses, while gantry cranes are more suitable for large cargo loading and unloading and handling in outdoor freight yards and stockyards.
To sum up, the difference between gantry cranes and overhead cranes lies in their structure, application scenarios and running tracks. Understanding these differences can help us better select and use cranes suitable for specific scenarios, improving work efficiency and safety. At the same time, for enterprises, choosing different types of cranes according to actual needs can better meet production needs, improve production efficiency and reduce costs. Therefore, it is very important for enterprises and operators to understand the characteristics and applicable scenarios of different types of cranes.