The SNHD-European type single girder overhead crane is widely recognized for its compact design, high safety level, and reliable performance in medium-duty material handling applications. This project presents a successful solution delivered to Honduras, where two SNHD overhead cranes were customized to meet the specific lifting requirements of a local hardware and metal materials business.
Project Background
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Destination Port: Puerto Cortés (El Cortes), Honduras
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Delivery Term: FOB
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Delivery Time: 25 working days
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Payment Terms: 30% T/T advance + 70% balance before shipment
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Customer Type: End user
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Industry: Hardware and metal materials distribution
The customer required a lifting system capable of efficiently handling steel coils, palletized materials, and long metal plates within an existing warehouse. As the facility was already in operation, the crane design needed to integrate seamlessly into the existing building structure.
Crane Configuration and Technical Parameters
Two identical SNHD-European type single girder overhead cranes were supplied, designed to operate on the same runway and provide flexible material handling coverage.
Main crane specifications:
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Model: SNHD
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Working Class: A5
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Rated Capacity: 6 tons
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Span: 11 meters
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Lifting Height: 6.35 meters
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Control Method: Wireless remote control
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Power Supply: 240V, 60Hz, 3 Phase
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Quantity: 2 sets
The A5 duty classification ensures stable performance under frequent lifting operations, making the SNHD crane well suited for daily warehouse handling tasks.
Supporting Systems and Accessories
To form a complete lifting solution, several key auxiliary systems were supplied together with the cranes:
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Runway and Power Supply System
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Steel rails: 50 × 30 mm, total length 130 meters
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Insulated conductor lines: 10 mm², 65 meters
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Control voltage reduced to 48V for improved operational safety
The rails were welded directly onto the runway beams to ensure long-term stability and precise crane travel.
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Steel Structure for Existing Warehouse
Since the warehouse was not originally designed for overhead cranes, a complete steel structure system was provided, including columns, corbels, and runway beams. This allowed the customer to install the cranes without major civil modifications. -
Special Lifting Attachments
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Hanging beam designed for lifting 40-foot (12.2 m) metal plates
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Automatic self-balancing lifting fork for handling pallets and steel coils
The lifting fork was customized for a combined load of approximately 3 tons, with adjustable width from 400 to 900 mm, fork length of 1000 mm, and adjustable net height from 1300 to 2000 mm. This flexibility allows safe handling of coils and pallets of varying sizes.
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Safety and Control Features
Because two overhead cranes operate on the same span, anti-collision protection was integrated into the system to prevent accidental contact. Additional safety and control features include:
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Schneider electrical components
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Inovance variable frequency drives (VFD)
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Smooth acceleration and deceleration for hoisting and traveling
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Reduced mechanical wear and improved positioning accuracy
Before production, a general arrangement drawing was submitted for customer approval, ensuring all technical details aligned with site conditions and application needs.
Application Advantages
The SNHD-European type single girder overhead crane offers several key benefits for this application:
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Efficient handling of coils, pallets, and long metal plates
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Compact European design, maximizing lifting height in limited space
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Stable and precise operation with remote control
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High safety level with low-voltage control and anti-collision system
Compared with traditional forklifts or manual handling, the overhead crane significantly improves efficiency, reduces labor intensity, and enhances workplace safety.
Communication and Negotiation Process
Initial contact focused on understanding the customer’s warehouse conditions and lifting requirements. The customer shared warehouse videos and photos, enabling accurate design of the runway structure and crane configuration.
During procurement discussions, the purchasing team requested a 10% price reduction. After internal evaluation, an 8% discount was offered while maintaining the quality level of components and services. Negotiations on price and payment terms continued from June 18 to July 7, resulting in a mutually acceptable agreement.
Conclusion
This project demonstrates how the SNHD-European type single girder overhead crane can be effectively customized for existing warehouse environments and diverse material handling needs. By integrating crane systems, steel structures, and specialized lifting attachments, the solution delivers a reliable, safe, and efficient lifting system tailored to the customer’s daily operations in Honduras.
Post time: Jan-27-2026
