WHEN CRANES NEED TO STRETCH THEIR LEGS
Sometimes a standard bridge crane just doesn’t cut it. You’ve got a part to pick, but the crane needs to reach into a tight cell or cross into another zone—and then get out of the way fast. That’s where telescoping bridge cranes come in.
Whether you’re working around robot cells, transfers, or other moving equipment, telescoping bridges offer the flexibility to extend and retract as needed—all without compromising on strength or safety.
Givens Corporation
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A SMART SOLUTION FOR DYNAMIC WORK SPACES
Let’s say you’ve got a robot cell. You need the crane to reach in, drop the part, and get out—because once that robot starts moving, there’s no room for anything else. Telescoping monorails and bridge cranes handle this kind of task beautifully.
Here’s how they’re being used:
— Making room for other cranes or transfers
— Meeting sanitary requirements (like food-grade bins that only open when no hoist is above)
— Serving multiple zones from one central position
— Enhancing safety with devices like ski-bars and limit switches to verify clearance
ENGINEERING THE UNCOMMON
Designing a telescoping bridge isn’t just about making it longer. There are unique forces at play. The leading trolley takes on a heavier, often exaggerated load, while the trailing trolley may even lift upward—something not all trolleys are made to handle.
That’s why we designed our G-Rail™ trolleys to take both downward and upward loads, giving your system the durability and balance it needs. We also ensure that the supporting header—or runway—is built to carry the extra stress.
ABSORBING THE IMPACT
When speed is critical, softstops take a beating. Operators can be careful, but in fast-paced environments, telescoping bridges will routinely bump the stops. If they’re made of hard material, the impact travels through the bridge and into your structure.
Our solution? Hydraulic shock absorbers and softer materials to keep your equipment safe and your production line smooth.
DOUBLE THE REACH, HALF THE FOOTPRINT
Some telescoping cranes go even further—extending in both directions to serve multiple zones from a single center point. A brake system keeps the bridge centered until it’s needed. This was the perfect fit for one customer needing to serve two mixing machine zones with a single setup.
NOT JUST G-RAIL™ – I-BEAMS TOO
While many of our systems use enclosed-track G-Rail™, we’ve also designed solutions using telescoping I-beams where the frame itself acts as the runway. It’s another example of how we customize solutions based on what the space and task demand.
DESIGNED FOR REAL-WORLD CHALLENGES
Whether it’s a G-Rail™ bridge riding along a KBK system or a custom I-beam integration, telescoping cranes are about more than clever engineering—they’re about solving problems.
Every detail, from ski-bars to shock absorbers, helps you move materials safely, efficiently, and flexibly. If you’re working around robots, navigating tight zones, or need a bridge crane that goes the extra mile (and then pulls back), we’re happy to talk.
Let’s build the right system together.
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