Description
Al Waha Cranes proudly announces the design, supply, and installation of a custom-engineered 32-ton gantry crane featuring a 27-meter span and a 4-meter cantilever extension for one of the UAE’s leading steel trading and processing companies. This high-capacity gantry system now plays a critical role in enabling streamlined steel storage, transfer, and loading operations across the client’s massive outdoor logistics yard.
This project is a testament to our advanced engineering capabilities, fast-track execution methodology, and proven commitment to industrial lifting solutions that match the operational intensity of sectors like steel, construction materials, and bulk trading.
Built to handle extremely heavy and lengthy steel stock with operational precision, this crane not only enables seamless ground-level logistics movement, but also optimizes loading/unloading cycles for inbound and outbound steel shipments across the UAE and GCC.
Successfully Completed Project
The delivered crane system is now operational at a strategically located steel trading facility within a major UAE industrial zone. Engineered for 24/7 heavy-duty performance, the crane offers:
- 32-Ton Lifting Capacity
- 27-Meter Main Span + 4-Meter Cantilever
- Double Girder Gantry Configuration
- High-Cycle Duty Class for Continuous Use
- Custom Hook Approach for Oversized Steel Loads
- Weatherproof Design for Outdoor Use
- Commissioned within 7 Weeks
This gantry system now supports the daily movement of steel beams, coils, rebar bundles, and structural components—delivering safety, speed, and consistency across every shift.
The Problem
The client—an established regional supplier of structural steel—required a high-capacity gantry crane to power the material handling operations at their new outdoor storage and logistics yard.
Their challenges were unique:
- Long-Span Load Handling: The client deals with steel products often exceeding 12–15 meters in length. A short-span crane would restrict handling, introduce safety hazards, and reduce throughput.
- Uneven Yard Topography: The site had spatial limitations on one side, demanding a custom cantilever arm to allow load pickup beyond the runway rail length.
- Harsh Environmental Conditions: Operating outdoors under extreme sun, dust, and sand, the crane had to be engineered for IP-rated protection, anti-corrosion coating, and low-maintenance operation.
- Tight Deployment Window: The crane installation had to coincide with the client’s import schedule, requiring a rapid fabrication and handover timeline of under 2 months.
The Solution
Al Waha Cranes proposed and delivered a bespoke 32-ton gantry crane solution with an extended cantilever, designed precisely to overcome each challenge above.
Key Engineering Specifications:
- 32T Lifting Capacity – Optimized for both bundle and single-unit steel transport
- 27m Main Span – Covers wide-yard operational zones for maximum flexibility
- 4m Cantilever Arm (One Side) – Enables extended reach for truck loading or side pickup
- Dual Girder Gantry Structure – For load stability and high vertical lift power
- Street Crane Wire Rope Hoist (UK) – A5 duty-rated, built for high-cycle industrial use
- IP55 Motors & Electricals – Outdoor-grade protection against dust and moisture
- Remote-Control Operation + Manual Pendant – Dual-control system for safe, flexible usage
This crane system was also designed to support future scalability—with rail extensions and hoist capacity upgrades planned as the client expands.
The Process
Al Waha executed the project with our trademark 360° delivery approach—from concept to commissioning—within 7 weeks. Each phase focused on precision, timeline adherence, and collaborative execution.
Week 1–2: Requirement Mapping & Custom Design
- Site assessment and terrain scan
- Engineering simulation (span + cantilever stress)
- Hoist-to-girder configuration modeling
- Workflow & loading analysis for hook path optimization
Week 3–4: Fabrication & Assembly
- Double girder gantry frame manufacturing
- Cantilever extension fabrication with offset stability
- Street hoist integration with trolley and cross-travel rails
- Ground controls and PLC wiring preparation
Week 5–6: Transport & Installation
- Oversized cargo permits and flatbed crane delivery
- Runway rail layout and leveling
- Gantry alignment, electricals, and hoist mounting
- Ground testing for span, lift, and swing tolerance
Week 7: Commissioning & Handover
- 125% load test and dynamic lift tests
- Remote controls calibration
- Emergency brake system check
- Final client training and documentation handover
Why This Crane Was Game-Changing
Steel trading operations require speed, precision, and robustness. This 32T crane with extended cantilever:
- Reduces Double-Handling of Long Steel Materials
- Simplifies Loading Directly onto Transport Vehicles
- Handles Mixed Load Profiles (Beams, Sheets, Rebar)
- Performs Reliably in Harsh UAE Conditions
- Accelerates Yard Cycle Time by 35%
Its advanced build quality and control features deliver safe, efficient lifting with zero compromise on structural longevity or material protection.
Why Choose Al Waha for Heavy Gantry Cranes
We are one of the few UAE-based crane manufacturers who offer:
Tailored Engineering for Any Span or Cantilever
Fast-Track Fabrication with In-House Capabilities
European-Grade Components via Street Crane UK
Field-Proven Installations in Steel, Precast, Ports & Marine
Compliance with ISO, OSHA & UAE Safety Codes
Whether you’re handling precast concrete, structural steel, aluminum billets, or coils—Al Waha brings experience, speed, and commitment to every project.
Final Impact
The 32T gantry crane has redefined the way the client manages inbound and outbound material. Trucks are now loaded faster. Storage is better optimized. Labor risk is reduced. And most importantly, the yard throughput is up by over 30%.
At Al Waha, we don’t just install cranes—we install growth capacity for ambitious industrial operators across the UAE and MENA.
