Crane track installation is an important project, and the quality of the installation will play a very important role in the safe operation of the crane.

The installation methods of crane rails include pressure plate fixation, hook screw fixation, welding and bolt combination fixation, etc. There are two commonly used track beams for installing tracks: one is a steel structure beam and the other is a concrete prefabricated beam.

If the track beam is a concrete precast beam, it must have pre-embedded holes for bolts during installation. Bolts can also be pre-embedded in the concrete precast beam.

Detailed introduction to the installation method of crane rails

Pressure plate fixation method

This method is to clamp and fix the track and the steel structure through the pressure plate. The pressure plate is generally made of steel plate or aluminum plate. The pressure plate and the steel structure are tightly connected through bolts to clamp the track.

This method is suitable for occasions where the gap between the track and the steel structure is small, and can ensure the stability and safety of the track.

Hook screw fixing method

This method is to fix the track to the steel structure through hook-shaped screws. The hook-shaped screws are generally made of high-strength alloy steel materials and have high tensile strength and corrosion resistance.

This method is suitable for occasions that require frequent disassembly and can be easily disassembled and maintained.

Welding and bolting method

This method is to install the track on the steel structure through partial welding and partial bolting. The welded part can improve the stability and strength of the track and the steel structure, while the bolted part can be easily disassembled and maintained.

This method is suitable for situations that require higher strength and stability, such as large cranes and situations with high strength requirements.

Among the three installation methods of crane rails, the pressure plate fixing method is the more commonly used one. When using the pressure plate fixation method to install the track, in order to facilitate horizontal adjustment, the holes on the track pressure plate are often made into long holes, and the vertical adjustment can Add spacers under the rails. When designing the track pressure plate, it must have sufficient rigidity. Each pressure plate can be made into a single hole or a double hole according to the magnitude of the force. Only when the track and track beams or the steel pads fixed on the track beams are connected by welding can the gears be welded on the track.

The above is a detailed introduction to the three methods: pressure plate fixation method, hook screw fixation method, and welding and bolt combination fixation method. Which method to choose should be comprehensively considered based on the actual situation to ensure the safety and stability of the track.

The installation of crane rails is generally installed by the factory construction party. However, the installation of the crane is generally arranged by the crane rail manufacturer. In order to avoid the disconnect between the two, the installation quality of the rail must be ensured when installing the rail. Of course, if the enterprise is not at ease, it can also be installed by professional installers. But the prerequisite is that the track beams must be done well.

The above is the relevant knowledge on the installation methods of crane rails compiled by XAK. If you want to know more, please contact XAK. Email: julia.hu@xakwx.com

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