In Rotterdam, the Netherlands, a large warehouse project built along a canal faced a typical European challenge — how to efficiently complete the lifting of heavy steel structures in a limited space, on a floor with sensitive load-bearing capacity and strict environmental requirements. Traditional lifting equipment either couldn’t enter the site or would have been too costly. The breakthrough came from an intelligent machine from the East — our 5 Ton small tracked crane. Let’s take a look at the details below.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 13837122632
Popular Small Tracked Crane Parameters
Below are YG Machinery’s best-selling mobile spider crane models and main technical parameters, covering 3-ton, 5-ton, and 8-ton specifications.
| Model | YG-3 | YG-5 | YG-8 | |
| Specification | 3t | 5t | 8t | |
| Maximum working radius | 8.83m×0.15t | 14m×0.5t | 16.5m | |
| Maximum above-ground head | 9.9m×0.7t | 16.8m | 18m | |
| Winch device | Hook Speed | 0-8m/min(4 rope) | 12m/min(4 rope) | 12m/min(4 rope) |
| Rope diameter | φ8mm×45m | Φ11mm×80m | Φ11mm×80m | |
| Telescopic system | Boom Type | 5-section boom, pentagonal structure | 5-section boom, pentagonal structure | 5-section boom, pentagonal structure |
| Boom Length/Time | 3.1m-9.2m/20sec | 12.3m/54sec | 12.3m/54sec | |
| Up and down | Boom Angle/Time | 0°~78°/13sec | 0°~78°/13sec | 0°~78°/13sec |
| Slew system | Slew Angle/Speed | 0-360°continuous/60sec | 0-360°continuous/38sec | 0-360°continuous/38sec |
| Traction system | Walking Way | Hydraulic motor drives | Hydraulic motor drives | Hydraulic motor drives |
| Walking Speed | 0~2.5km/h | 0~2.5km/h | 0~2.5km/h | |
| Grade Ability | (25°)36% | (25°)36% | (25°)36% | |
| Operating system | Operation type (Boom/outrigger) | Manual operation, manual walking(remote control option) | Manual operation, manual walking(remote control option) | Manual operation, manual walking(remote control option) |
| Operating characteristics | Manual operation, remote control | Manual operation, remote control | Manual operation, remote control | |
| Transport parameters | L*W*H(mm) | 2950*980*1560 | 5000*1500*1900 | 5000*1600*2180 |
Project Background and Main Challenges
The project was located in a modern warehouse facility near the Port of Rotterdam, where large steel beams had to be installed to support the entire roof structure.
- Challenge 1: Extreme space limitation
The warehouse had densely arranged columns and narrow aisles, making it impossible for large mobile cranes to enter and operate. - Challenge 2: Sensitive ground conditions
The floor was high-grade concrete, and the client required that no surface damage or indentation occur from the lifting equipment. - Challenge 3: Complex access points
The warehouse entrance was narrow, and a canal road was right outside the gate, so the equipment needed to move in and out quickly without blocking logistics traffic. - Challenge 4: Precise positioning requirements
The heavy steel beams needed to be lifted precisely onto pre-embedded mounts nearly 16 meters high, demanding both high stability and fine movement control.
Solution: YG 5 Ton Small Tracked Crane
To meet these demanding conditions, our 5 ton small tracked crane provided the perfect solution. The project team chose this model for its distinct advantages as a high-performance mini crawler crane for sale:
- Damage-free ground operation:
Equipped with engineering-grade rubber tracks, it effectively distributed ground pressure — like “soft shoes” for the crane — protecting the delicate concrete floor while maintaining stability. - Flexible mobility in tight spaces:
With its compact body (5 m long, 1.5 m wide) and 360° continuous rotation, it easily maneuvered between densely placed columns to reach every lifting point. - Precise remote control:
The wireless remote control allowed the operator to maintain a safe distance from the load, achieving millimeter-level precision for lifting and positioning. - Powerful performance:
Its 5-ton rated load capacity and 16.8 m lifting height perfectly met the project’s needs, while the 12 m/min hoisting speed ensured efficient operation.
Project Execution and Results
During implementation, the spider crawler crane exceeded all expectations:
- Quick setup: The crane arrived on a low-bed trailer, self-drove into the warehouse, and was ready in less than 30 minutes.
- Efficient lifting: Thanks to its mobility, it changed positions multiple times in one day and completed several key beam lifts continuously.
- Zero incidents: Remote operation ensured safe separation between personnel and machine, and the floor remained completely intact.
- Shortened schedule: Compared with the traditional scaffolding plan, using the spider crane reduced roof installation time by about 40%.
Client feedback on Mobile Spider Crane
The project manager praised the equipment:
“This spider crawler crane is tailor-made for urban projects like ours. It solved our biggest challenge — completing heavy lifting while protecting existing structures. Its flexibility and power impressed us and made it a key factor in our project’s success.”
Take Action Now and Replicate Success!
The success of the Rotterdam warehouse project once again proves that in modern industrial applications with tight spaces and strict standards, intelligent and compact lifting equipment is indispensable.
If you’re facing similar site challenges, this proven 5 ton mobile spider crane is your reliable partner.
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