When you think about water from municipal septic systems, rainwater runoff and manufacturing industries you think of water that you don’t want released back into the environment. But once treated at a wastewater treatment plant, which removes or reduces the contaminants, the remaining water can be safely returned to our natural environment.
Cranes play a critical role in wastewater treatment systems, where they lift extremely heavy loads, meaning this industry relies on specialty cranes. Wastewater treatment facilities utilize complex equipment and processes that require regular maintenance. Lifting solutions from American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) make these jobs easier and ensure that these facilities are always kept in the best possible operating conditions. There is a variety of crane types that can be useful in the wastewater treatment process, including bridge cranes, jib cranes and gantry cranes.
Bridge Cranes
Bridge cranes can handle heavy equipment and are used for a variety of functions in wastewater treatment plants, one of which is installing and removing big, bulky pieces of treatment equipment, such as pumps, valves and filtration equipment. Bridge cranes move in three primary axes, allowing them to cover large areas and handle these materials efficiently.
Jib Cranes
Jib cranes are valuable for moving smaller parts, such as in areas where pumps, valves, and other components need frequent maintenance. Jib cranes offer a compact size and flexibility that makes them ideal for handling tasks in tight spaces. Jib cranes are also useful in the treatment of wastewater as they are efficient at handling chemicals used in the process, such as for disinfecting the wastewater. Jib cranes help lift chemical containers safely, reducing the risk of spills and exposure. Because of their floor-mounted design and 180°–360° range of motion, jib cranes fit well in confined spaces, offering localized support wherever larger cranes are impractical.
Gantry Cranes
Gantry cranes have a special job in moving heavy loads, particularly in areas where heavy equipment needs to be lifted and transported but a permanent overhead crane is not feasible. Typically, gantry cranes are freestanding, moving along tracks or wheels to allow flexibility and mobility. When large components in wastewater treatment systems such as those from tanks and clarifiers need maintenance, the mobility of gantry cranes allows operators to position the crane over the specific area needing service, making maintenance tasks more manageable. Gantry cranes also provide the lifting capacity needed to handle heavy-duty pumps and motors which can be relocated to different stations as needed, offering flexibility in facility design. As well, the portability and adjustability of gantry cranes enables them for quick setup in various parts of a facility, making these cranes beneficial for spaces that require adaptability.
Custom Lift Stations
Here at ACECO we also supply several types of lift stations that can be customized to each treatment facility. Wastewater lift stations move waste from low to higher elevations using dry wells or submersible pumps, which saves on excavation costs and underground sewer pipelines.
Efficiency with ACECO
At ACECO we provide high-quality tools and solutions to tackle even the most complex material handling challenges. The equipment that you need for your wastewater treatment facility will be unique and we look forward to planning and manufacturing a system that will help your processes work efficiently. Reach out today to get started or visit our store to shop parts.
