Crane Wheel

Crane Wheel

The Crane wheel is a load-bearing and traveling component installed at the bottom of the crane and trolley and in direct contact with the track. It has extremely high strength, wear resistance, and surface hardness, is usually made of high-quality forged steel, and is equipped with a guide rim.

  • Name: Crane Wheel/Wheel Blocks
  • Rated Capacity: 5 ~ 200 tons
  • Craft: Forged, Casting, Nylon

Product Introduction

The Crane wheel is a load-bearing and traveling component installed at the bottom of the crane and trolley and in direct contact with the track. It has extremely high strength, wear resistance, and surface hardness, is usually made of high-quality forged steel, and is equipped with a guide rim. The Crane wheel block material, size, and structure vary depending on the equipment. They are primarily installed in large equipment such as overhead cranes, gantry cranes, tower cranes, and port cranes. They are also used on AGV handling equipment used in warehousing and logistics. It is a key component to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the crane.

Type Of Crane Wheel

Crane wheels are classified into single-flange wheels, double-flange wheels, and flangeless wheels. This is because different crane travel mechanisms have different requirements for guidance, operating stability, friction control, and other aspects. Next, we will introduce you to the different types of crane wheels and their descriptions and definitions.

Flangeless Wheel: It has no wheel flange at all and mainly relies on the single-flange wheel on the opposite side for guidance, which plays a load-bearing and rolling role, reduces friction with the track, and is often used as a follower wheel.

Single Flange Wheel: Only one side has a flange, and the other side is smooth. It is usually used in pairs with a flangeless wheel. Positioning is ensured by single-sided guidance. It is often used in a trolley travel mechanism.

Double Flange Wheel: There are wheel flanges on both sides, which effectively limit the lateral displacement of the wheels and ensure the stable operation of the crane. It is often used in crane operation mechanisms.

The Crane wheel is a core load-bearing and guiding component within the crane’s operating mechanism. They are typically manufactured from high-strength materials such as forged and cast steel and undergo quenching or heat treatment to enhance hardness and wear resistance, enabling them to withstand high loads and complex operating conditions. They not only impact the crane’s operational stability and safety, but also directly impact its service life and maintenance costs. They are essential components for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of lifting equipment.

Product Advantages

  • High Load Capacity: Made of high-strength 45# steel, 65Mn, 42CrMo, 35CrMo, and other materials, it can withstand high-strength vertical loads.
  • Strong Wear Resistance: Made of high-strength alloy steel or heat-treated materials, with high surface hardness
  • Diversified Structures: Operational stability, reduce friction loss, and adapt to different working conditions.
  • High Safety: The wheels are stably guided and positioned on the crane track to avoid deviation or derailment.
  • High Adaptability: Different materials (forged steel, cast steel, nylon, polyurethane, etc.) can be selected according to the use environment.
  • Long Service Life: Reduce replacement frequency and reduce maintenance costs.

Application

The Crane wheel block is equipped on different types of cranes to complete lifting work.

  • Overhead Crane: It is installed on the overhead travel mechanism and the trolley travel mechanism, and the crane wheels run along the track.
  • Gantry Crane: Used in freight yards, construction sites, and open-air storage yards, the crane wheels run on ground tracks.
  • Port Crane: Includes Ship To Shore Quay cranes, rail-mounted gantry cranes, and rubber-tyred gantry cranes.
  • Tower Crane: Some tower cranes have tracks at the bottom and require a crane wheel block to move as a whole.
  • Metallurgical Cranes: casting cranes, ladle cranes, etc., work in high-temperature and heavy-load environments, and their Crane wheels are mostly made of forged steel.
  • Material Yard Equipment: Such as stackers and reclaimers, requires extensive rail mobility.
  • Light Crane and Logistics Handling Equipment: Such as electric hoist trolleys and automated guided Cart(AGV), are suitable for indoor and light-load applications.

Specifications

Crane Wheel Specifications
ModelDiameter (mm)Wheel Width (mm)Flange Height (mm)MaterialSurface Hardness (HRC)Load Capacity (t/unit)
W200×70200702565Mn40–505–8
W250×90250902845#Steel40–508–12
W315×1003151003042CrMo42–5512–20
W400×1204001203542CrMo45–5520–32
W500×1305001304065Mn42–5032–45
W600×1506001504542CrMo45–5545–65
W710×16071016050ZG340-64038–4565–90
W800×1808001805542CrMo45–5590–120
W900×2009002006042CrMo45–55120–150
W1000×22010002206542CrMo45–55150–200+

Crane Wheel Manufacturers

VOITTO is a leading enterprise specializing in the customized design and manufacturing of crane wheel blocks. It can be designed according to your specific needs, such as a specific working environment, product material, load requirements, etc.

For detailed technical specifications or industry-specific solutions, please feel free to contact our engineering team.

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Reliable and Customized Solutions

Our pre-sale team provides consultations, tailoring solutions to your needs and environment.

Offer customization options for lifting capacity, span and lifting height etc. to meet specific needs.

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Real-Time Progress Updates: Weekly reports and PM communication.

Pre-Delivery Testing: 100% load & safety checks, detailed reports.

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3-5 years warranty and free replacement for non-manufacturing defects.

24/7 online support and on-site assistance for crane issues.

FAQ

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What’s included in your after-sales service?

We offer comprehensive after-sales service, including regular maintenance, rapid technical support, and spare parts supply. The standard warranty period is 1 year, with options for extension based on your needs.

What’s the delivery time for an overseas order?

Transit time varies depending on many factors, including the destination of the goods, distance, shipping method and shipping service provider, etc. Generally speaking, international shipping may take about a month.

What’s your warranty policy for gantry cranes?

All parts of our gantry cranes come with a one-year warranty.
We also provide online customer service, ready to solve your problems at any time, and after-sales documentation support.
If the problem is still not solved, we can appoint our engineers to your site.

What’s the price range for a standard overhead bridge crane?

The price of an overhead EOT crane ranges from $ 1,550 to $ 353,500. Usually, the price is determined by the configuration. Contact us now to get a more professional quote!

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