LIFTING SOLUTIONS

JIBCRANES

FREE STANDING
WALL MOUNTED
MAST
WORKSTATION
WALL TRAVELING

Stellar Performance

INC. R

Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving Material

ISO 9001 Registered

JIBCRANES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Why a Jib Crane

How To Choose The Right Crane

Free Standing Jib Cranes

100 Series

101 Series

102 Series

Mast Jib Cranes

200 Series

201 Series

Wall Mounted Jib Cranes

300 Series

301 Series

Enclosed Track Workstation Jib Cranes

Free Standing

Wall Mounted

10

Special Jib Crane Designs

Wall Traveling Jib Cranes

11

Articulating Jib Cranes

12

Retrofit Drives

13

Control Panel

13

Motorized Jib and Drive Systems

14

WHY A JIB CRANE?

Todays industry demands versatile, efficient, and cost effective equipment while at
the same time providing more flexibility along with significant savings through
increased productivity. A jib crane can help improve materials handling efficiency
and work flow. Serious consideration should be given to jib cranes for applications
requiring repetitive lifting and transferring of loads within a fixed arc of rotation.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT CRANE

In selecting a jib crane to match your individual requirements and application, thought
should be given to operation type, available structure, necessary options, and cost of
both the unit and installation. The following factors should be considered in order to
choose a jib crane for maximum effectiveness at minimum cost.

Capacity: The maximum weight of the application should match, NOT exceed,
design weight. The capacity rating is based on a design load which includes the
capacity rating of the crane plus 15% of the capacity for the weight of the hoist
and trolley, 25% of the capacity as an allowance for impact. The deflection is
based on a design load which includes capacity plus 15% of capacity for the hoist
and trolley. The SPANCO design criteria allows the least amount of deflection so as
not to hamper the performance of the crane.
Area of rotation: Free standing and mast type jib cranes offer 360 rotation. Wall
mounted types offer 200 rotation.

Underboom height: Distance from the floor to the underside of the boom. The
size of the hoist and the amount of lifting distance should also be considered.

Overall height: The height to the highest point on the crane after installation.
Any attachments, such as electrical entry, should also be considered to provide
full rotational potential of the crane, and to be free of overhead obstructions.

Working span: Amount of actual working area needed. The working distance or
hook distance is approximately one-half the trolley length from the end of the
beam, and also is the same distance from the head assembly or vertical support
member of the jib.
Power-motor requirement: How much power is necessary? Is the power for
rotation, trolley, hoist, or all three? (standard powered jib rotation is approximately
1/2 r.p.m) How will the power be supplied? Bottom or top entry? Electric or air?
Finally, does the system need to be weatherized or is it for indoor use?

Jib cranes are an economical

solution for moving materials

within an individual workstation,
for transferring materials from
work area to work area or for
serving as auxiliary lifting devices
under overhead cranes.
Styles range from entirely
self-supporting to styles that
mount to existing building
columns, resulting in low costs
compared to some overhead

lifting systems. Because they are

self-supporting, free standing jib

cranes are well suited for outdoor

use and can be fully weatherized.

Installation: Can the crane be assembled easily to reduce cost? The location will
also dictate the type of crane to be selected to insure proper installation. Free
standing jibs require reinforced concrete foundations which can cost more than
the crane itself.

WARNING: This equipment is not, in any way, designed for lifting, supporting,
or transporting humans. Failure to follow the specified load and mounting
limitations can result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

STANDING
FREE
JIB CRANES

Free standing jib cranes are

available in three basic styles
to suit specific applications:
base plate mounted,
foundation mounted,
and sleeve insert mounted.
360 rotational capability
can maximize the

utilization of any
work area.
No additional
support is needed other
than the specified reinforced
concrete foundation.

360 rotation.
Allows for electrified, motor driven, powered rotation through
various collector ring assemblies.
The boom or I-beam is designed to meet all specifications
utilizing a 25% factor of rated load for impact and 15% of rated
load for hoist and trolley weight.
The pipe mast or column is designed to give maximum strength
and minimum deflection to resist bending, buckling, and crushing
as well as wear by the trunnion roller assembly.
The top bearing assembly utilizes a Timken tapered roller bearing provided
with a grease fitting for proper lubrication.
The bearings are designed for a 5000 hour, B-10 design life.

Head assembly
Constructed of standard plate, angles, and channels to ensure minimum
deflection and maximum rigidity.
The plates are reinforced using angles to limit compression and buckling
stresses.
The lower trunnion roller assembly is mounted on a channel
which transfers the load from the top of the box.

ROTATION The head assembly is designed to inhibit dislodgment due to

upward and forward motion. It allows bottom entry
electrification inside the head and will also allow mounting
above the boom for top entry electrification.

360

Foundations
SPANCO free standing jib cranes are designed to
be mounted to a permanent concrete foundation
which, in addition to anchoring the crane, acts
basically as a counterweight for the forces exerted by
the crane under maximum loading conditions. The
recommended foundations are based on a soil
pressure of 2,500 lbs. per sq. ft., so it is possible
in some cases to reduce the foundation size if it is
determined to be feasible by a qualified architect
or engineer.

FREE STANDING JIB CRANES

It is solely the customers responsibility to provide

the proper foundation for the crane so there should
be no deviation from the recommended foundation
size without first consulting a qualified professional.

100 SERIES
standard spans to 20 ft.
up to 60 ft. on request

standard
under boom
heights from
8 to 20 ft.,
up to 40 ft.
on request

standard capacities to 5 tons,

special capacities to 15 tons

Base Plate
Mounted
Utilizes a hexagonal base
plate reinforced with six
knee braces equally spaced
on the circumference of the
mast.
The base plate assembly
is secured by means of
anchor bolts to a prescribed
reinforced concrete
foundation, with the number of anchor bolts
varying with the capacity of the crane.
Six bolts are used for columns less than 16" in
diameter and 12 bolts for columns 16" in
diameter and greater.

101 SERIES
standard spans to 20 ft.
up to 60 ft. on request

standard
under boom
heights from
8 to 20 ft.,
up to 40 ft.
on request

standard capacities to 5 tons,

special capacities to 15 tons

Foundation
Mounted
Utilizes a square steel plate
which is welded to the
bottom of the column.
The plate positions and
levels the mast by
anchoring it to a first-pour
concrete footing.
A second-pour foundation
of reinforced concrete supports the mast. Makes
complete use of the work floor area and can be
used in applications where a base plate could
hamper floor activity.

FREE STANDING JIB CRANES

STANDING
FREE
JIB CRANES
Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

FREE STANDING SERIES JIB CRANE

CAPACITY
TONS

1/2

SPAN

HEIGHT
UNDER
BOOM

OVERALL
HEIGHT

BOLT
CIRCLE
DIAMETER

10'

10'

12''

12'

10'

12"

8"

10'-8"

30"

8"

10'-8"

30"

14'

10'

16'

10'

12"

10"

10'-10"

30"

12"

10"

10'-10"

30"

18
20'

10'

12"

12"

11'-0"

30"

10'

14"

12"

11'-0"

36"

10'

10'

12"

10"

10'-10"

30"

12'

10'

14"

10"

10'-10"

36"

14'

10'

14"

12"

11'-0"

36"

16'

10'

14"

12"

11'-0"

36"

18

10'

14"

15"

11'-3"

36"

20'

10'

16"

15"

11'-3"

42"

10'

12'

14"

12"

13'-0"

36"

12'

12'

16"

12"

13'-0"

42"

14'

12'

16"

15"

13'-3"

42"

16'

12'

16"

18"

13'-6"

42"

18

12'

16"x

18"

13'-6"

42"

20'

12'

18"

18"

13'-6"

48"

10'

12'

16"

15"

13'-3"

42"

12'

12'

16"x

15"

13'-3"

42"

14'

12'

16"x

18"

13'-6"

42"

16'

12'

18"

20R

14'-6"

48"

18

12'

18"

20R

14'-6"

48"

20'

12'

24"

24R

14'-6"

60"

10'

12'

18"

18"

13'-8"

48"

12'

12'

20"

18"

13'-8"

54"

14'

12'

20"

20R

14'-6"

54"

16'

12'

24"

24R

14'-6"

60"

18

12'

24"

24R

14'-6"

60"

12'

24"

25R

15'-0"

60"

20'

MAST

BOOM

102 SERIES
standard spans to 20 ft.
up to 60 ft. on request

standard
under boom
heights from
8 to 20 ft.,
up to 40 ft.
on request

360 rotation.
Utilizes a square steel plate
which is welded to the
bottom of the sleeve.
Allows for relocation of the
mast.
The plate positions and levels
the sleeve by anchoring it to a
first-pour concrete footing.
A second-pour foundation of
standard capacities to 5 tons,
reinforced concrete supports
special capacities to 15 tons
the sleeve.
The mast is then placed into the sleeve where it is leveled
by wedges and welded in place. 102 series can be
relocated without damaging the mast.*
Makes complete use of the work floor area and can be
used in applications where

a base plate could

ROTATION
hamper floor activity.

360

*New sleeve and

foundation would
be required.

Sleeve Insert
Mounted

MAST JIB CRANES

SPANCO mast mounted jib cranes offer a lower cost alternative to

free standing jib cranes.
Full 360 rotation, without requiring a large mounting foundation
(which can cost more than the crane).
Requires top and bottom support of the mast to building floor
and overhead building steel.
Power rotation is available on all models.

MAST
JIB CRANES

WARNING:
Jib cranes should not be hung from any existing building structure without first consulting a
qualified architect or engineer for the purpose of determining if the structure is adequate. Severe
bodily injury and property damage can result if this procedure is not followed.

200 SERIES

Full Cantilever

standard spans to 20 ft.

standard
height to
20 ft.

standard capacities to 5 tons

Greater spans, heights, and
capacities on request

Utilizes an I-beam for the boom

and an H-beam for the column.
Two types of bearing arrangements:
1. A self-aligning spherical bearing is used on
the top bearing assembly.
2. A bronze bearing and bronze thrust washer
are used on the bottom assembly.
Both bearing assemblies are provided with
grease fittings to provide lubrication and to
aid rotation.
The boom is mounted at the top of the mast
in order to provide maximum underboom clearance.

MAST SERIES JIB CRANE

CAPACITY
TONS

201 SERIES

1/2

SPAN

OVERALL
HEIGHT

MAST

BOOM

10'

10'-0"

10''

8''

16'

10'-0"

14''

10''

20'

10'-0"

14''

12''

10'

10'-0"

14''

10''

16'

10'-0"

14''

12''

20'

10'-0"

16''

15''

10'

12'-0"

14''

12''

16'

12'-0"

18''

18''

20'

12'-0"

21''

20R

10'

12'-0"

16''

15''

16'

12'-0"

21''

20R

20'

12'-0"

21''

24R

10'

14'-0"

18''

18''

16'

14'-0"

24''

24R

20'

14'-0"

27''

24R

standard spans to 20 ft.

1

standard
height to
20 ft.

Drop
Cantilever

standard capacities to 5 tons

Greater spans, heights, and
capacities on request

Identical to the Series 200 with the addition of side-plate

connections which allow the boom to be mounted
permanently at any specified height on the mast.
Provides clearance for overhead obstructions above the
boom, below the top of the mast.

WALLMOUNTED
JIB CRANES

WALL MOUNTED JIB CRANES

200

ROTATION

300 SERIES
standard spans to 30 ft.
(longer spans available)

Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

Wall Cantilever Jib Cranes

WALL CANTILEVER SERIES JIB CRANE

CAPACITY
TONS

1/2

SPAN

SUPPORT
BRACKET
CENTERS

BEAM

SUPPORT
TO PIVOT
POINT

10'

4'-0"

8''

3 1/2"

16'

4'-0"

10''

3 1/2"

20'

4'-0"

12''

3 1/2"

10'

5'-0"

10''

3 1/2"

16'

6'-0"

12''

3 1/2"

20'

6'-0"

15''

3 1/2"

10'

4'-0"

12''

4"

16'

6'-0"

18''

4"

20'

6'-6"

20R

4"

10'

4'-0"

15''

4"

16'

6'-6"

18''

4"

20'

9'-6"

24R

4"

10'

6'-6"

18''

6"

16'

9'-6"

24R

6"

20'

9'-6"

25R

6"

standard capacities
to 5 tons,
higher capacities
available

200 rotation.
Offers greatest potential underboom clearance because it
can be installed more closely to the ceiling than other
wall mounted styles.
Two connection types:
1. A welded connection is used in most capacity and
boom spans.
2. A bolted connection is used for larger spans and
capacities because of shipping considerations.
Stiffeners are welded to the mast at the point where
the wall brackets are connected to stiffen the web of
the I-beam.
Powered rotation is available on all models.
Hardware for mounting to wall or column supplied by
others.

Wall Cantilever Kits (shown left)

Customers can fabricate their own Wall Cantilever Jib Crane using the hinge
components supplied by SPANCO. All hardware for bolting the hinges to the
jib are supplied.

WARNINGS FOR 300 AND 301 SERIES JIBS

This equipment is not, in any way, designed for the lifting, supporting, or
transporting humans. Failure to follow the specified load and mounting limitations
can result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Jib cranes should not be hung from any existing building structure without first
consulting a qualified architect or engineer for the purpose of determining if the
structure is adequate. Severe bodily injury and property damage can result if this
procedure is not followed.

200

ROTATION

301 SERIES

WALL BRACKET KITS

Include all components except the
I-beam, tie rod, and mounting
hardware which if preferred, can
be purchased locally.

standard capacities to 5 tons

WALL BRACKET SERIES JIB CRANE

CAPACITY
TONS

standard spans to 30 ft.

(longer spans available)

Wall Bracket Tie Rod Supported Jib Cranes

200 degree rotation.

Utilizes a standard I-beam boom, a tie rod threaded at both
ends, a fabricated beam bracket, and two wall brackets; one
for the tie rod and one for the boom.
Allows maximum usage of the work area, including work
close to the existing structure, because there are no supporting
components under the boom.
This design is the most economical style of jib crane, provided
overhead clearance or building column strength
is not a limiting factor.
Hardware for mounting to wall or column supplied by others.

1/2

SPAN

BRACKET SUPPORT BEAM

BRACKET
BEAM
CENTERS
TO BEAM END

SUPPORT
TO PIVOT

TIE ROD
DIAMETER

10'

3'-0"

1'-6"

6"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

16'

5'-6"

2'-0"

6"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

20'

6'-6"

2'-3"

10"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

10'

3'-0"

1'-6"

6"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

16'

5'-6"

2'-3"

8"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

20'

6'-6"

2'-6"

10"

3 1/2"

1" DIA.

10'

3'-0"

1'-6"

8"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

16'

5'-6"

2'-3"

10"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

20'

6'-6"

2'-6"

12"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

10'

3'-3"

1'-6"

8"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

16'

5'-6"

2'-3"

10"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

20'

7'-0"

2'-6"

12"

4"

1 1/2" DIA.

10'

3'-3"

1'-6"

12"

6"

2" DIA.

16'

5'-6"

2'-6"

15"

6"

2" DIA.

20'

7'-0"

3'-6"

15"*

6"

2" DIA.

Wall Bracket Connection

Top and bottom wall brackets
utilize a formed steel channel,
with two bronze bushings,
bronze thrust washers, and
formed tie rod clevises.
All bolted connections are in
double shear.
All swivel connections utilize
bronze bushings and grease
fittings to ease rotation,
promoting long life and low
maintenance.

WORKSTATION
JIB CRANES
FREE STANDING

Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

ENCLOSED TRACK WORKSTATION JIB CRANES

FREESTANDING

SPANCO can custom design and manufacture

jib cranes for any application.
SPANCO freestanding 360 rotation
workstation jib cranes are an ideal,
lightweight ergonomic solution for
smaller capacity loads up to 1,000 lbs.,
spans to 16 ft. Lightweight boom
design makes the jib easier to rotate
and position.

360

ROTATION

Counterweight Bases

SPAN
10"

A
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT

MAST DIA.
C

DEPTH OF FOUNDATION
48"

Portable counterweight bases are available for

freestanding workstation jibs, which allows the
jib to be moved by fork lift anywhere in the
facility.
Available in capacities to 500 lbs.
and spans to 16 ft., depending
on combination of
span and capacity.
TRACK
DEPTH
Portable cranes
eliminate the need
for unnecessary hoisting equipment. One unit can
service multiple areas.
See form # MTJ-301
HEIGHT
UNDER
BOOM

WORKSTATION
JIB CRANES
WALL MOUNTED

WALL MOUNTED

200

SPANCOs
ROTATION
wall mounted
200 rotation
enclosed track
workstation jib
cranes can be tie rod
supported for the lowest cost or
compression braced for maximum
head room.
Tie rod supported models can be
fabricated with trussed track for
spans up to 34 ft.

7"
10"

C
B

3"

3 1/2"
2"
11/16" DIA. 4 HOLES

2"

WARNING:
Jib cranes should not be hung from any existing building structure without first consulting a
qualified architect or engineer for the purpose of determining if the structure is adequate. Severe
bodily injury and property damage can result if this procedure is not followed.

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ALLTRAVELING
JIB CRANES
Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

SPECIAL JIB CRANE DESIGNS

WALL TRAVELING JIB CRANES

Wall traveling jib cranes are custom engineered as a perfect

complement to an overhead crane system to perform tasks
efficiently without tying up an overhead crane, also they
can be used to cover a series of workstations with little or
no downtime waiting for an overhead crane.
Wall traveling jib crane end trucks use channel beam construction frames to
resist twisting and are jig-fixtured and machined to maintain consistent
manufacturing tolerances. Bolt type connection to back frame for ease of
erection and assembly. Top running end trucks utilize forged steel double
flange crane wheels for long life.
Crane drive utilizes squirrel cage motor with double reduction spur gear
reducer.
Standard single speed controls include mainline contactor, control transformer,
inverter acceleration control and fuses in NEMA 3R, 4, 12 control enclosures.
Multi-speed units are equipped with variable frequency drives.
Jib boom is fabricated from standard S beam with vertical angle truss to
reduce deflection. Jib boom and truss bolt to back frame for ease of erection
and assembly.
A professional architect or engineer should approve any wall traveling jib
application since forces exerted on a building structure are severe.

SPANCO
manufacturers the
most complete line of
custom designed and
standard jib cranes in
the United States.

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ARTICULATING JIB CRANES

Free Standing

ARTICULATING
JIB CRANES

Articulating jib cranes can move loads around corners

and columns, reach into machinery and containers and
service an area from close to the pivot point to the end of
the boom for 360 of operation. Capacities from 150 to
2,000 lbs., spans to 16 ft.
Articulating jibs can be floor, wall, ceiling, or bridge
crane mounted to best suit your application.
Free standing and ceiling mounted series offer
360 rotation with options to

internally pipe
ROTATION
compressed air,
vacuum or
electrification
to any device
supported on the
end of the boom.

360

Bridge and Ceiling Mounted

SPANCOs bridge mounted

articulating jib design offers
more headroom than those by
other manufacturers.
Bridge mounted jibs can
support nearly any type of
manipulator, balancer,
or hoist.

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PTIONS FOR
OJIB
CRANES
Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

RETROFIT DRIVE

SPANCOs retrofit drive will fit all free standing jib cranes with a box style
head assembly. Our modular style bolts to the back of the head assembly.
High efficiency electric motor and worm gear reducer power large steel
rollers with polyurethane treads, insuring good traction. Drive rollers are
easily adjusted through spring tension insuring constant driving force.
Standard unit is single speed with mainline contactor, reversing
contactor, control transformer and fusing with a NEMA 3R control panel.

Options include:
Multi-speed control, special control
enclosures, air drives and special
protective coatings.

Retrofit drive kits are a cost

effective method to upgrade an
existing freestanding
jib crane or a lower cost
alternative to power rotate
a new jib crane.

CONTROL PANEL

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SPANCO Standard Single Speed Control Panel - Includes mainline

contactor, reversing magnetic contactors, thermal overload, 110V
fused control transformer, branch circuit fusing to crane motor and
solid state adjustable soft start control adjustable for time and
torque in a NEMA 3R enclosure.
SPANCO offers a variable frequency drive option, which
eliminates the need for reversing contactors, and allows for
multi-speed operation of jib cranes. Variable frequency drive
provides infinitely variable speed options for maximum control
and load positioning from micro speed to full speed, both in
acceleration and deceleration phases.
Optional control panels meet requirements for NEMA 12 and 4
environments for outdoor and indoor use.
Explosion-proof enclosures and wiring are available for
hazardous environments.

MOTORIZED JIBS AND DRIVE SYSTEMS

SPANCO motorized jibs are custom designed to fit your

requirements.

Standard drive package is of chain and sprocket design,

which provides positive traction, eliminating the slippage
common to tractor-type drives or drives which power the
roller assemblies and increases durability of the drive unit
by not driving on load-bearing roller assemblies. Includes
field-adjustable torque limiter for drive protection, worm
gear reducer in oil bath lubrication for long lasting reliable
operation and low maintenance. TEFC 30 minute rated
motors are standard with thermal overload protection.
Direct chain and sprocket drive allows for accurate and
easy positioning of loads.

Wall cantilever, wall bracket and mast type design utilize

the same basic drive as the freestanding jib crane,
guaranteeing high performance and reliability.

Options include:
Stainless steel wear rings for corrosive or spark resistant
applications, air drives for spark resistant applications,
gear and pinion drive components for accurate positioning
or high duty cycles, special control enclosures and wiring
for hazardous locations, multi-speed units for delicate
handling situations, and protective coatings: galvanizing,
epoxy, Steelit, etc. just to name a few.

All SPANCO motorized jibs are designed, with the

customer in mind, for ease of maintenance. All drive parts
are easily accessible for lubrication and adjustment.

As a leading
manufacturer of
motorized jib cranes
in the U.S., SPANCO
can design a crane to
solve your most
problematic material
handling need.

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LIFTING SOLUTIONS

JIBCRANES
Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving
Heavy Material

We have the solution for all your material handling needs.

LIFTING SOLUTIONS

STAND ALONE

ORKSTATION
BRIDGE CRANES

Stand Alone
Workstation
Bridge Cranes

LIFTING SOLUTIONS

GANTRY
CRANES

ed

Gantry Cranes

1 Certified

Stellar Performance

Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving Material

Stellar Performance
Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving Material

ISO 9001 Registered

LIFTING SOLUTIONS

WORKSTATION
BRIDGE CRANES
CEILING MOUNTED

ISO 900

Ceiling Mounted
Work Station
Bridge Cranes

Precision design, for precise lifting solutions.

Aluminum
Work Station
Bridge Cranes

ed

Aluminum
enclosed track line
from Spanco:

Alu-Track

Smooth as Silk Performance

Two track profiles

Stellar Performance

Capacities to 3000 lb.

Cost-effective Solutions
For Lifting and Moving Materials

Spans to 29 ft.

ISO 9001 Register

LIFTING SOLUTIONS

WORKSTATION
JIBCRANES

Fall Arrest Track

Work Station
Jib Cranes

Stellar Performance
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For Lifting and Moving Material
ISO 9001 Registered

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