Reading Crane & Engineering designs, installs, and services all types of overhead cranes. Our comprehensive, end-to-end support provides precision handling, predictable operation, and peace of mind throughout the lifespan of your equipment.
Over 100 Years of Quality Products
Reading has been building, repairing, and upgrading cranes for more than a century, up and down the Eastern Seaboard. A proud member of the Crane Manufacturers Association of America, we manage all aspects of construction and maintenance, so nothing falls through the cracks. While independent vendors only focus on the task in front of them, our collaborative approach delivers greater value at every step, from planning to construction to daily lifting operations.
Our factory trained technicians and engineers shepherd your project through design, construction, and installation, ensuring it’s aligned with your budget, facility, and production process. Multi-manufacturer experience provides us with the flexibility to incorporate emerging technology into existing systems in order to optimize costs and performance.
Each system is backed by our maintenance team, whose full-service capabilities allow them to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues before they lead to significant downtime, so your operation consistently runs at peak capacity.
Overhead Crane Types & Configurations
Reading provides dependable lifting solutions to companies that move heavy materials on a regular basis. We build and service all types of overhead cranes, including:
Bridge Cranes
A common feature of industrial environments, bridge cranes allow operators to raise, lower, and position heavy loads with a hoist and trolley attached to a bridge installed overhead. The bridge moves back and forth along a set of tracks while the trolley runs left and right between them, allowing you to place objects and materials anywhere within the crane’s operating area.
Jib Cranes
Designed for localized tasks, jib cranes lift, move, and position objects with a long boom arm attached to a wall, column, or freestanding pillar. The hoist and trolley move from one end of the boom to the other. Depending on its configuration, the boom can rotate a full 360°, enabling you to precisely position any object within the covered area.
Gantry Cranes
Built for moving bulky items in locations where fixed cranes are impractical, gantry cranes are suspended overhead by a set of freestanding legs that move along a set of tracks in the ground. The legs support a bridge that holds the hoist and trolley. Because they aren’t connected to any existing structures, gantry cranes are often installed in outdoor environments, such as ports and railyards.
Workstation Cranes
A practical tool for individual workstations, these self-contained devices are organized around a free-standing frame that supports the hoist, trolley, and bridge. The price and quick lead times make these systems suitable for efficient solutions. The crane capacity can be rated up to two tons without risk of strain or injury.
Overhead Crane Safety & Compliance
Reading is a recognized authority on crane construction, service, and operation. In order to ensure your systems function safely, according to design specifications, our technicians perform a complete operational test of all crane functions after installation.
We check range of motion, travel limit switches, emergency stops, and ensure the hoist rope spools properly, as per ASME specifications (B30.2-2.2.1). We can even perform load tests, including test weights, recommended by the ASME, and file the report with OSHA.
Continued monitoring and support ensures your crane continues to meet regulatory guidelines throughout its service life. Our OSHA-compliant inspections make sure equipment adheres to the highest health and safety standards – protecting you from legal fines and penalties, as well as accidents that could endanger your staff and damage your operation.
Overhead Crane Applications
We supply lifting equipment to some of the largest companies and organizations on the East Coast, including the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Southern United States. Our cranes, hoists, and bridges enable precise lifting, controlled movement, and dependable performance in a broad range of industrial and commercial settings, including:
- Factories and Machine Shops
- Steel Mills and Foundaries
- Warehouses and Shipping Centers
- Power Plants and Utility Stations
- Ports and Shipyards
- Aerospace and Aircraft Assembly Facilities
- Mines and Quarries
Additional Solutions
At Reading Crane & Engineering, we don’t just offer quality systems. Our coordinated approach offers better value over your crane’s lifetime. Organizations partner with us for:
Why Choose Reading Crane for Overhead Crane Systems
Our cranes aren’t just designed and built to meet your specific capacity, span, and height requirements. We also consider the crane’s intended use, including its duty cycles, maximum loads, and operating environment, to deliver products that improve output and workflow.
Our cranes are assembled, painted, wired, and tested in our facility and backed by comprehensive service coverage provided by our certified technicians and engineers. We make certain your equipment receives the technical and logistical support it needs to function reliably throughout its lifespan.
As Master Dealers for brands such as R&M Materials Handling, Street, Yale-Lift Tech, Harrington, Demag, Gorbel, Spanco, ACCO, Detroit, Stahl and many others, we have access to high-grade materials from some of the biggest names in the industry. This multi-manufacturer experience has allowed us to provide quality, timely, and competitive products to the East Coast for over a century.
Whether your crane needs to fit limited clearance or meet demanding specifications, Reading has the skills, resources, and knowledge to deliver purpose-built solutions to meet your needs. Contact us today for more information and to start planning your project!
FAQs
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How does Reading Crane determine the right overhead crane capacity for my facility?
Our engineers use several criteria, such as frequency of use, operational environment, load dimensions, and maximum weight, to determine what type of crane is the best choice for your facility.
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How do I know if I need a new crane system versus repairing my existing one?
We recommend purchasing a new crane when your current one is experiencing frequent maintenance issues brought on by excessive wear. As systems near the end of their life, breakdowns become more common. If your maintenance costs have suddenly risen sharply while uptime has steadily declined, replacing your current unit may be the best solution.
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Can overhead cranes be integrated with our existing building structure?
Bridge cranes rely on the surrounding superstructure in order to operate. Incorporating them into your building provides permanent, heavy-duty lifting capabilities without taking up valuable space on your production floor.
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What ongoing support do you provide after installation?
Reading provides preventative maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring your cranes function reliably throughout their service life.
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Can you upgrade or modify existing overhead cranes?
Reading’s engineers can incorporate new technology into your existing infrastructure, enabling you to take advantage of the latest developments, such as collision avoidance and load stabilization, without the need to purchase an entirely new system.
Quality Comes First
We Make Sure That Every Minute Detail Is Looked Into While Manufacturing Even The Smallest Product. Our Focus Is 100% On Client Needs And Satisfaction.
