Harold Potter design & manufacture, install and maintain goliath cranes for businesses throughout the UK. Goliath cranes provide a robust lifting solution for applications where an overhead crane system may not be practical, particularly in outdoor environments and large working areas where heavy loads need to be moved safely and efficiently.
What is a Goliath Crane?
A goliath crane is a large crane supported by legs on both sides and they run on ground-level rails rather than being mounted to a building structure. This freestanding design makes it ideal for applications where overhead crane systems are not practical or where lifting is required across large open areas. Goliath cranes are designed for heavy-duty lifting in outdoor and large-scale industrial environments.
Benefits of a Goliath Crane
Goliath cranes are designed as freestanding systems, meaning they do not rely on existing building structures for support. They are capable of handling high lifting capacities over large spans, making them ideal for heavy-duty applications. Built for durability, they are well suited to outdoor environments and can be fully customised to meet specific site layouts and operational requirements.
Which Industries use Goliath Cranes?
Goliath cranes are widely used across industries where large or heavy loads need to be handled regularly. You can expect businesses operating in steel, rail, machinery, and those working in large outdoor depots and ports to use Goliath cranes for their lifting work.
Goliath Crane vs Overhead Crane
The primary difference between a goliath crane and an overhead crane is the support structure. Overhead cranes operate on runway beams attached to a building structure, whereas goliath cranes are supported by their own legs running on ground-level rails.
Goliath cranes are often selected where building support structures are unavailable, where outdoor lifting is required or where a larger working area needs to be covered. Overhead cranes are generally preferred for permanent indoor lifting applications within factories and production facilities.
Why Choose Harold Potter for your Goliath Cranes?
Established in 1921, Harold Potter has decades of experience designing, manufacturing, installing and maintaining goliath cranes for businesses across the UK. Our team of experienced overhead crane specialists provide tailored lifting solutions, from new crane installations and crane modification projects to refurbishment and servicing of existing industrial crane systems.
We offer a complete range of services, including crane design and manufacture, installation, LOLER inspections, preventative maintenance, breakdown support and obsolete crane spare parts, or for those parts on long delivery, that are urgently needed. With qualified engineers, fast response times and clear communication throughout every project, we help minimise downtime and keep your lifting operations running safely and efficiently.
Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, reliable support and long-term customer relationships. Our successful projects and customer testimonials demonstrating our commitment to delivering dependable overhead crane solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Difference Between a Gantry Crane and a Goliath Crane?
A goliath crane is a specific type of gantry crane that is much bigger. It still operates on floor-mounted rails, but is typically designed for larger spans, higher capacities and more demanding industrial applications.
Can Goliath Cranes Be Used Outdoors?
Yes. Goliath cranes are commonly used outdoors in storage yards, fabrication facilities and industrial sites where large loads need to be moved safely and efficiently across wide working areas.
What Industries Use Goliath Cranes?
Goliath cranes are widely used in manufacturing, engineering, steel fabrication, rail, construction and other industrial sectors where heavy lifting and large working areas are required.
How Much Weight Can a Goliath Crane Lift?
The lifting capacity of a goliath crane depends on its design and intended application. Goliath cranes can be manufactured to accommodate a wide range of lifting capacities, from lighter industrial duties through to heavy-duty lifting operations. Goliath cranes can have in excess of a 10T Safe Working Load, ranging up to tens of tonnes.
When Should I Choose a Goliath Crane?
A goliath crane may be the most suitable solution when an overhead crane is not practical. For example, outdoor lifting is required or large working areas need to be covered efficiently without relying on building support structures.
Contact Us
Do you require a site visit from our expert team to see if a goliath crane would suit your operations?
Call us on 01159 838 111.