Description
Al Waha Cranes is proud to announce the successful engineering, supply, and commissioning of a 10-ton Double Girder Gantry Crane with a 28-meter span and 12-meter lifting height, custom-built for one of the largest steel stockists in the UAE.
This high-performance gantry crane was designed to operate in an extremely demanding environment—24/7, three shifts per day, 350+ days a year—handling steel coils and plates with maximum uptime and minimum maintenance interruptions.
The client needed a fully reliable, heavy-duty lifting system that could keep up with their intense logistics operations. Leveraging our deep expertise in critical steel handling applications, Al Waha Cranes delivered a bespoke gantry crane solution equipped with M7-duty components, full VFD control, and industrial-grade performance features.
Key Crane Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Type | Double Girder Gantry Crane |
| Capacity | 10 Ton |
| Span | 28 Meters |
| Lifting Height | 12 Meters |
| Duty Classification | M7 – Heavy Duty (3-shift usage) |
| Hoist Type | STREET Crane Wire Rope Hoist (UK) |
| Crane Motions | VFD-driven for all axes |
| Control Panel | Air-Conditioned Electrical Panels |
| Application | Loading & unloading of steel coils and plates |
Client Background
The client is a top-tier steel stockist in the UAE, known for managing large-scale volumes of steel coils, sheets, and plates daily. Their operations require:
- Nonstop loading/unloading of steel products from delivery trucks
- Precise movement and placement of heavy coils and sheet bundles
- Round-the-clock production with minimal downtime
- High safety, smooth operation, and long equipment life
Given their long-standing reliance on STREET Crane equipment, Al Waha Cranes was selected once again to provide the next phase of their facility upgrade, based on years of proven service excellence and reliability.
Project Challenges
This wasn’t a standard crane delivery. The project presented several complex challenges:
- Extreme Duty Cycle Requirements
The crane had to operate across 3 full shifts per day, with continuous lifting, lowering, and traversing cycles—a load profile that few cranes can handle without overheating or rapid wear.
- Space Optimization
The crane’s 28-meter span had to cover a wide outdoor yard where steel coils and plates were stored in tightly packed stacks, requiring accurate hook positioning and smooth trolley motion.
- Zero Tolerance for Downtime
With hundreds of delivery trucks relying on daily dispatches, any crane breakdown would create long queues and costly delays. Manual handling via mobile cranes or forklifts was impractical and unsafe for coils and plates.
🔹 The Al Waha Solution
To address the above, Al Waha Cranes designed and delivered a tailor-made 10T Gantry Crane using premium STREET Crane components, selected specifically for M7 duty rating and engineered to perform in intensive industrial environments.
Key Solution Features:
- M7 Duty Rating: Designed for high-frequency lifting in 3-shift, continuous-use environments
- VVFD (Inverter) Drives: All crane motions—hoisting, cross-travel, and long travel—are controlled with Variable Frequency Drives for smooth acceleration, shock-free handling, and load safety
- Air-Conditioned Control Panels: Ensures the longevity of electronic components in UAE’s high-temperature conditions
- STREET Wire Rope Hoist (UK): Selected for its proven durability, low breakdown rates, and 5-year service history at the same facility
- Remote-Controlled Operations: Safe and ergonomic for operators handling oversized steel items
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Double-girder structure with reinforced gantry legs to withstand lateral loads and wind stress
🔹 Execution Timeline
From design approval to final commissioning, the crane was delivered within 6 weeks, ensuring the client met their operational go-live date without disruption.
Project Timeline Breakdown:
- Week 1–2: Custom design, duty classification calculations, span and runway interface planning
- Week 3–4: Fabrication of double girder structure and cantilever integration, panel buildout, hoist import coordination
- Week 5: Transport and on-site assembly
- Week 6: Load testing, performance calibration, operator training, and documentation
Customer Testimonial
“We’ve trusted STREET products for years, and Al Waha Cranes has never let us down. This latest gantry crane fits seamlessly into our 24/7 operations and gives us confidence that our workflow won’t be interrupted—exactly what we need for our steel logistics.”
— Operations Manager, UAE Steel Stockist
Why This Crane Matters
This isn’t just another 10T crane—it’s a precision-engineered logistics enabler. Here’s what makes it special:
- Handles Over 100 Coil Movements Per Day
- Delivers 30% Faster Loading vs. Forklift Handling
- Reduces Operator Fatigue and Material Damage
- Virtually Maintenance-Free for First 2 Years
- Integrated for Future Automation and Yard Management Systems
Why Al Waha Was Chosen
Al Waha Cranes was selected based on the client’s direct experience with our service, reliability, and engineering strength. Our earlier STREET Crane installations had proven:
- Less than 1% breakdown rate over 5 years
- Responsive support team for urgent servicing
- Seamless part availability and in-house knowledge
- Expertise in steel stockyard logistics and crane layout planning
Impact Delivered
This crane installation has significantly improved the client’s yard productivity and reduced operational risks. Truck turnaround times have decreased, manual labor dependency has dropped, and the yard’s coil handling system now functions with clockwork precision—even under peak-load conditions.
With zero breakdowns in the first month and consistent operator feedback on ease of use, this project is a model for how steel stockists across the MENA region can future-proof their material handling with Al Waha’s heavy-duty crane solutions.
