The New Konecranes S-series Overhead Crane

Konecranes S-series hoist for gantry cranes

Innovation brings improved usability and safety

The Konecranes S-series crane is changing the game in light-medium lifting with a new benchmark. An innovative hoist, synthetic rope and Smart Features make it a leader in lifting technology. Recently updated, it now has improved productivity and safety, allowing better load handling and less maintenance.
Suitable for a range of girder configurations, the Konecranes S-series rope hoist can lift up to 20 tons with its advanced design, including off-set reeving, stepless hoisting and safety adding features that set the standard in modern lifting.

Synthetic Rope

Stronger – higher breaking strength than equivalent sized steel wire rope
Cleaner – rope lubrication not required and no rusting
Lighter – 80% lighter than steel wire and easier to handle
Longer lasting – does not kink or bird cage and resilient to corrosive environments
Safer – no wire barbs or splinters reduces hand injuries

Tilted drum

Improves reeving component life
Offset reeving minimizes rope fleet angle and increases rope life
Grooved and painted steel drum tube does require greasing.

Rope reeving

Exceptionally even wheel load distribution, 45% better wheel loads than our CXT, provides less wear to the wheels and main girder.
Lower fleet angle when raising the load reduces stress on the rope and hoist components
Ropes do not cross or twist for improved safety.

Synthetic sheaves

Greasing not required and lighter weight generates less wear.
Smaller diameter improves C-dimension compared to steel wire rope equivalent.

Standard inverter (VFD)

Smooth operation by gradually slowing down a load and smooth acceleration to prevent load swings and improves operational safety
Variable speed control reduces maintenance costs due to lower wear to gearbox, brakes, and couplers.

New hoist motor

Motor is specifically designed for demanding hoisting (Core of Lifting)
High torque generates fast and consistent lifting power
Industry leading performance with 60% ED rating.

Brake

Mounted on gearbox for easy inspection
Motor Integrated brake is designed for a million stops
Spring forced magnetic safety brake engages in absence of power.

Gears

Designed specifically for hoisting (Core of Lifting)
Integrated strain gauge overload sensor.
Lifetime oil lubrication reduces maintenance.
Easy coupler window view where gears are connected to motor does not require removing the motor to complete inspections.

New hook block

Innovative design prevents hook block turning and improves safer lifting
Polycarbonate covers protects the sheaves and lighter weight improves close-to-hook work.
Hooks hardened to DIN 15401

SAFE Features

Hook Centering - Eliminates side pull during lifting by automatically positioning the bridge and trolley directly over the load. Faster load cycle times, ease of operation and improved operational safety.
Snag Prevention - Stops all crane movement if the hook, sling, or load accidentally gets caught on an object during horizontal movement.
Follow Me - the crane operator can speed up operation by simply guiding the hook, by hand, safely into position over the load. The crane and trolley automatically follow along, overhead.

Synthetic Rope
Tilted drum
Rope reeving
Synthetic sheaves
Standard inverter (VFD)

New hoist motor
Brake
Gears
New hook block
SAFE Features

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product features

The Konecranes S-series overhead crane has many standard features:

•   Choice of girders: single and double girder - top running or underhung layouts
•   Profile box and profile girders
•   Tilted drum for longer reeving component lifetime
•   Offset reeving for more balanced wheel loads
•   Key mechanical components designed specifically for cranes
•   Synthetic rope: strong and durable, yet easy to handle and visible
•   Standardized inverter for hoisting and traveling movements
•   Smart Features: Hook Centering, Follow Me and Snag Prevention

technical specs

FEATURES	SPECIFICATIONS
Lifting capacity	Up to 20 tons
Lifting height	36m
Span	30m
Crane options	Single and double girder, top and under-running
Girder design	Profile Box
Rope	Synthetic rope default, steel wire rope option
Hoisting motor	Stepless inverter hoisting default 2-speed hoisting option
Temperature	Standard temperature: +5 … +40°C.
Paint	Anodized aluminium frame painted with 70 µm epoxy powder
Hooks	DIN 15401
Trolley type	Single or double girder hoists
Power supply	Energy chain or flat cables
Control options	Pendant and/or radio
Integrated Smart Features	Hook Centering Snag Prevention Follow Me
Environment	Indoors and outdoors

benefits

Konecranes S-series overhead cranes offer the following product benefits:
•   Multiple layouts optimize lifting heights and working area underneath the crane
•   Use existing building structures with no further investment
•   Optimized hoist design significantly reduces structural twisting and wear
•   Light and safe rope needs no lubrication
•   Designed for usability, eco-efficiency and safety
•   Flexible tool suitable for many different industry applications
•   TRUCONNECT® Remote Monitoring provides real-time data for operations and maintenance planning

|Customer Story: M&L Truck Services

The S-series sets the new benchmark in overhead crane lifting. M&L Truck Services located in Maryland, USA, has seized the opportunity to maximize their floor space and productivity with our S-series. Konecranes offers a variety of SMART features such as Hook Cantering, Snag Prevention and Follow Me which improved M&L’s productivity and safety. Watch the video to learn first-hand how the S-series contributed to M&L’s success and the benefits of purchasing an overhead head crane from Konecranes.

Consult our Crane Advisor for S-series crane

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Innovative lifting brings advantages

Konecranes S-series overhead cranes use the latest innovations in crane technology for the ultimate in usability and safety. We offer an extensive selection of industrial lifting equipment suitable for most production and process industries, backed up by comprehensive local service tailored to your needs. With Konecranes, you’re making a long-term investment in your business and your future success.