So that the underslung travelling crane travels steadily, smoothly and without great wear and tear, the crane track must be properly installed. Otherwise the underslung travelling crane will travel unsteadily and the wheels will wear out more rapidly.

The design and installation of the crane track must be taken into consideration upon construction of the building and planned together with the architects and structural engineers.

Observe the following points amongst others:

    The building supports and building beams or concrete supports or concrete girders should be designed in such a way that the crane track can be welded onto them without difficulty.

    Only have welding work done by companies certified as per EN 1090 EXC-3.

    Monitor welded joints according to this standard.

    Design welded joints to at least quality class B of DIN EN ISO 5817.

    For bolted crane tracks: Firmly tighten all bolts with the correct tightening torque.

    Clean running surfaces. They must be free of grease, oil, paint and dirt.

    Secure the crane track with suitable end stoppers.

    Provide the entire crane track with appropriate corrosion protection (e.g. paint)