A guide to portable gantry systems

December 3, 2021 REID Lifting

Portable gantry systems provide the ideal alternative to overhead cranes, as they are easy to transport and can fit into areas limited by space where other bulky gantry systems or overhead tracks cannot be used. Utilized in a variety of industries and settings, light and compact, our portable aluminum gantry systems stand out due to their exceptional stability and strength - they've been entrusted with projects for NASA and Taiwanese anti-terrorist operations after all.

For absolute ease of transport and assembly, our PORTA GANTRY product features a three-piece aluminum construction, minimizing the use of welding to ensure the highest levels of safety. So, to reduce the risk of injury even further, we’ve created this handy guide to ensure safe operation of our innovative portable gantry systems.

PLEASE NOTE: Always read our portable gantry Assembly & Operations Guide carefully prior to the initial use and operation of the system. Please view our product collateral here.

When carrying out the following work with the PORTA GANTRY and PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE, you must read the operation instructions and act accordingly:

Operation, including preparation, troubleshooting during operation, and cleaning
Maintenance, inspection, and repair
Transportation It’s the responsibility of the end-users to adhere to the Health & Safety and Accident Prevention acts, regulations and standards that are valid in the respective countries and areas in which the system is used.

It is incumbent on the user or instigator of work with the equipment that all users have suitable medical and physical capabilities. Likewise, the competent person should ensure there is a rescue plan in place in the event of an emergency that could occur during the work.

Essential Portable Gantry System components

Interchangeable beams & A-frames
Height Adjustable A-frames
Cheek plates
Transport Wheel [PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE only]
Stabilizer legs [PORTA GANTRY 11,000lb only]
Ergonomic 360° swivel-locking castors, as standard
A range of trolleys for attachment to the beam
Winch ready accessories for lowering and rescue
Accessories for material handling applications
Nuts, bolts, washers & spacers

Portable Gantry System Assembly Support

Have the confidence to use the PORTA GANTRY and the PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE in a safe, correct, and efficient way by watching these assembly videos. Acting in accordance with these instructions helps to avoid dangers, reduce repair costs, down-time and increase the reliability and lifetime of our portable gantry systems.

PORTA GANTRY - Assembly Video

PORTA GANTRY 11,000lb - Assembly Video

PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE - Assembly Video

Regular inspections for portable gantry systems

To ensure that the product's frame remains in safe working order it must be inspected regularly by a competent or qualified person. We recommend inspections every 6 months for personnel lifting and every 12 months for goods only, unless local regulations, adverse working conditions or profile of use and risk dictate shorter periods.

PORTA GANTRY 11,000lb - Inspection Video

PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE - Inspection Video

Our portable gantry systems in action

Take a look at our PORTA GANTRY being used in a material handling application within the motor industry. This 6600lb PORTA GANTRY was used for the lifting of a car engineer to support with the engineering of the Bloodhound LSR car.

Please visit our YouTube channel for further informative installation videos.

See our robust portable gantry systems in action by checking out our full library of case studies here.

Portable Gantry Systems for fall protection applications

What is ANSI Z359?

ANSI Z359 is the American National Standard Safety requirement for fall protection and fall restraint standards. It covers fall protection equipment and systems for climbing, work positioning, fall arrest, rescues, evacuation, and other fall hazards - ensuring injuries are prevented when working at height. For example, the PORTA GANTRY® and PORTA GANTRY RAPIDE is ANSI Z359.18-17 compliant for fall protection applications.

What is OSHA compliant?

OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It is a federal regulatory agency created to ensure employers provide safe and healthy working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards, as well as providing training and assistance where required. For absolute peace of mind, your workplace is safe from serious hazards, all REID Lifting mobile lifting solutions are OSHA compliant.

High-performance portable gantry systems

We have a range of standard portable gantry systems available from stock and can also customize lifting systems for specific scenarios and work environments.

If you would like to find out more about our superior portable gantry systems or any REID Lifting products, don't hesitate to call us on +1 88872 16411 or contact us online for further information.

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