They can be found in factories and used to move parts under manufature around the workshop. Modern cranes are normally either I beam or steel box bridge section, either single or twin. However, lattice bridge construction cranes are still to be found on older premises.

Typical cranes have Capacities ranging from 1 - 250 ton and spans range from 15 - 200 feet. Larger capacity cranes often have a smaller capacity auxillary hoist as well as the main hoist. All are electrically driven and operated by cab, pendant, radio or computer.

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