The Requirements
Futraheat, a heat pump supplier, required a lifting solution to be installed within a very small room, where maximising available height was critical to their operations. Due to the tight constraints of the space, Hoist UK were asked to conduct a detailed site visit prior to quotation to fully assess the environment and ensure the most effective solution could be designed. The crane system needed to provide safe and efficient lifting while making optimal use of the limited headroom available, despite the physical restrictions of the room and the lack of structural support options.
The installation presented several significant challenges. The room was extremely confined, making the installation of a freestanding light crane system particularly complex. The building did not have a three-phase power supply, which further restricted the choice of equipment that could be used. In addition, the crane could not be mounted to the ceiling, meaning Hoist UK had to design a fully freestanding system supported from the floor while still achieving maximum lifting height. Typically, freestanding light crane systems rely on traditional goalpost structures, but the dimensions and layout of the room made this standard approach unworkable.
The Solution
Hoist UK engineered a bespoke freestanding light crane system by manufacturing custom steelwork that integrated the runway beams directly into the goalpost structure. This innovative approach allowed the system to work seamlessly alongside standard crane components while overcoming the spatial limitations of the room. An Erikkila low-headroom crane system with a range bridge was selected to maximise lifting height within the restricted space and to operate effectively without a three-phase power supply
Despite the complexity of the installation, Hoist UK successfully delivered and installed the solution, providing Futraheat with the exact system they required. Following installation, Hoist UK has continued to support the customer through annual inspections, ensuring the equipment remains safe, compliant and fit for ongoing use.
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