Overhead Cranes

What Are the Hidden Costs of Owning an Overhead Crane System?

In this article, we’ll help you identify some of the pitfalls and hidden costs associated with overhead crane ownership. Our…

Built-Up Hoists vs. Package Hoist Systems for Overhead Cranes

No component is more important than an overhead crane’s hoist because it’s the device that lifts, suspends, and lowers the…

What is a Jib Crane? A Look at the Design, Types, and Components

Installing a jib crane, or a series of jib cranes, can increase production and improve workplace safety at your facility.…

A Guide to Overhead Crane Upgrades and Modernizations [e-book]

It can be frustrating to feel like you're stuck with an expensive crane system that's become unreliable, unsafe, and outdated…

The Best Overhead Bridge Crane and Gantry Crane Manufacturers

Partnering with the right overhead crane manufacturer is a big decision and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. The more…

Lifting and Rigging Solutions for Die Handling and Automotive Stamping

There are a number of different lifting and rigging challenges when performing die handling and stamping procedures. This article will…

Variable Frequency Drives: Smart Motor Controls for Overhead Cranes

Do you battle with an older overhead crane system to keep it up and running? If your crane seems to…

Overhead Crane Operator Daily Inspection [Checklist]

Provide your shift supervisors and crane operators with a copy of this daily inspection checklist to use prior to each…

10 Things to Consider When Designing an Overhead Crane [Checklist]

Overhead Crane Pre-Inspection [Checklist]

So, you've hired a third-party company to come on-site and inspect your overhead cranes to make sure that you're in…

Overhead Crane Electrical Grounding: NEC 610.61 Requirements

At Mazzella, our Service Technicians and Engineers commonly come across overhead cranes that are operational, but not in compliance with…

Energy Chain: Overhead Crane Electrification for Harsh Environments

If you’re battling frequent inspections, adjustments, and repairs to your crane’s festoon electrification system, then we’d like to introduce you…

What is Arch Beam and Why is it So Dangerous on an Overhead Crane?

During the 1960’s, crane beam manufacturers ceased production of arch beam/window track for their runway and bridge beams. Unfortunately, these…

Overhead Crane Safety Systems: Modern Features and Technologies

Is it time for you to modernize and improve the safety of your overhead crane system? Learn how advanced technologies…

How to Measure for an Overhead Crane’s Span and Runway Length

The better you understand the design and specification requirements for your own crane system, the better equipped you’ll be to…

Monorail Cranes At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about monorail cranes.

Workstation Cranes At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about workstation cranes.

Jib Cranes At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about jib cranes.

Gantry Crane At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about gantry cranes.

Bridge Cranes At A Glance [Guide]

Check out this guide designed to give you basic information about bridge cranes.

Upgrading Your Overhead Crane’s Capacity: What You Need to Know

One of the biggest benefits of an overhead crane system is the ability to modernize or upgrade the individual components of…

6 Signs it’s Time to Upgrade and Modernize Your Overhead Crane

Overhead crane modernization can be as simple as replacing one component or replacing multiple component systems. A lot of business…

Overhead Crane Hoist Types and Design: Manual, Electric, and Air

A hoist could be considered the most important component of an overhead crane system because it’s the device that actually…

Overhead Bridge Cranes: Single Girder vs. Double Girder Design

You’ll want to give careful consideration to the bridge design of your overhead crane system to make sure that you…