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Interior decoration, curtain wall installation, and high-rise equipment maintenance commonly face challenges such as the inability of large cranes to access the site, the high risks of manual lifting, and exhaust pollution from fuel-powered equipment. Electric spider crane, with their narrow body, distributed load-bearing legs, and zero emissions from pure electric operation, can operate in confined spaces inaccessible to traditional cranes, making them a popular upgrade option in the current engineering lifting field.
Also known in the industry as spider cranes, mini crawler spider cranes, or small crawler cranes, electric spider cranes are small lifting devices that rely on four retractable outriggers to distribute load and move along tracks. Their core advantages are their narrow body, light weight, and low ground pressure, allowing them to enter narrow spaces such as doorways and elevators, and to operate on floors and epoxy flooring without damaging the ground.
YG, a professional manufacturer of lifting equipment, primarily offers three best-selling models: 3-ton, 5-ton, and 8-ton mobile spider cranes. These high-performance models are available with various attachments, including aerial work platforms, glass vacuum suction cups, and cargo grabs, covering multiple tasks with a single machine. Currently, our products are exported in bulk to countries such as Singapore, Germany, Australia, the UAE, and the United States, and are widely adaptable to various scenarios such as indoor installation, curtain wall construction, and equipment maintenance. Are you also looking for a suitable spider crane? Contact us now for product information!
What Accessories Are Available for an Electric Spider Crane?
YG Spider Crane’s hydraulic quick-change interface allows for attachment switching in just minutes, transforming a single main unit into multiple professional devices:
1. Standard Hook
The most basic configuration, suitable for general material lifting.
Equipped with an anti-disengagement safety buckle.
2. Work Basket
A personnel-carrying work platform suitable for high-altitude maintenance, lighting installation, and exterior wall cleaning.
Equipped with safety railings and safety belt anchor points.
Remote control operation allows for precise personnel positioning.
3. Glass Vacuum Lifter
Designed specifically for glass curtain wall installation.
Vacuum suction + pressure self-locking ensures the glass does not slip.
The suction cup contact surface has a cushioned design to protect the glass surface.
Accommodates glass panels of different sizes and weights.
Extremely popular in the European market.
4. Fly Jib
Extends the end of the main boom for obstacle-crossing lifting.
Can precisely place materials around obstacles such as columns and walls.
Similar to a human wrist, it increases maneuverability.
5. Stone Slab Grab
Used for handling and installing marble, granite, and other stone slabs.
Automatic clamping does not damage the stone surface.
6. Pipe Grabber
Used for gripping long, narrow materials such as pipes and beams.
Suitable for pipe laying and steel structure installation.
7. Magnetic Lifter
Used for handling magnetic metal materials such as steel plates and billets.
Lifts when powered on and releases when powered off, with quick operation.
8. Rotator
Can rotate materials 360°, suitable for precision installations requiring angle adjustments.
Used with a vacuum suction cup for precise alignment of glass panels.
💡 Optional Equipment Recommendation: One spider crane + hook + vacuum suction cup + basket can cover more than 80% of common work scenarios. YG supports pre-installation of various accessories before shipment, and additional accessories can also be purchased separately afterwards.
French and Australian Clients Purchased YG Spider Cranes to Complete Projects
Case 1: French Warehousing and Logistics Company – YG-5 Spider Crane Solves Narrow Aisle Lifting Challenges
Client Background: A French warehousing and logistics company with densely packed warehouses and narrow aisles. They need to perform lifting and unloading operations both indoors and outdoors.
Pain Points: Traditional large cranes cannot navigate narrow aisles or operate between warehouses, severely limiting operational efficiency.
Solution: Purchase a YG-5 (5-ton) spider crane, equipped with a standard hook and remote control system. With a transport width of only 1.5m, it can easily pass through narrow aisles between warehouses.
Usage Results:
The spider crane moves flexibly between warehouses, seamlessly switching between indoor and outdoor environments.
The outriggers can be independently leveled on uneven ground, providing excellent stability.
A wireless remote control allows operators to operate precisely from a safe distance.
A hook speed of 12m/min significantly improves loading and unloading efficiency.
Project cycle time reduced by 30%.
Customer Testimonial: “This equipment perfectly solved the problem of limited space in our warehouse park. What used to require two large cranes can now be done with just one spider crane.”
Case 2: Austrian Construction Company – YG-3 Spider Crane + Suspended Platform + Glass Vacuum Cup All-in-One Configuration
Customer Background: An Austrian construction company specializing in curtain wall installation and maintenance for commercial and residential buildings.
Pain Points: They needed a single machine to simultaneously perform glass curtain wall installation, high-altitude maintenance, and general material hoisting, but did not want to purchase multiple specialized machines.
Solution: Purchased one YG-3 (3-ton) electric spider crane, with optional attachments including a working platform, glass vacuum cups, and a boom.
Usage Results:
Suspended Platform Mode: Operators stand in the suspended platform, precisely positioning the equipment at any location on the curtain wall for installation and maintenance.
Vacuum Cup Mode: Safely and securely transports and installs large glass panels.
Hook Mode: Performs routine hoisting of steel structural components and building materials.
Switching between the three modes takes only a few minutes.
Pure electric mode enables zero-emission operation for indoor shopping mall projects.
Customer Testimonial: “One machine does the work of three. YG’s quick-change accessory design is ingenious; it only takes a few minutes to switch from hook to vacuum cup. In glass installation, this equipment helped us increase installation efficiency by 50%.”
Frequently Asked Questions about YG Electric Spider Crane
Q1: What are the differences between an electric spider crane and a regular crane?
A1: An electric spider crane is significantly smaller than a traditional crane, with a transport width of only 0.98-1.6m, allowing it to pass through standard portal frames and freight elevators. It is equipped with independent hydraulic outriggers that automatically level themselves on uneven ground. The electric version features zero emissions and low noise, making it suitable for indoor operations, where traditional cranes cannot access indoor spaces.
Q2: How to choose between a 3-ton, 5-ton, and 8-ton spider crane?
A2: A 3-ton (YG-3) spider crane is suitable for interior decoration and small equipment installation, weighing only 2.7 tons, and can be transported via freight elevators. A 5-ton (YG-5) spider crane is the most common model, with a maximum lifting height of 16.8m, suitable for curtain wall installation and factory maintenance. An 8-ton (YG-8) spider crane has a maximum lifting height of 18m, suitable for steel structures and heavy equipment lifting.
Q3: What attachments can be added to a spider crane?
A3: YG spider cranes support a variety of quick-change attachments: hooks (standard configuration), suspended platforms/work platforms, glass vacuum suction cups, booms/hydraulic auxiliary booms, stone clamps, pipe grippers, electromagnetic chucks, etc. Hydraulic quick-change interfaces allow attachment switching in just minutes.
Q4: How long can an electric spider crane operate on a full charge?
A4: In pure electric mode, it can work continuously for 6-8 hours under typical conditions. It supports external power supply operation (plug-in mode), suitable for long-term indoor construction. The dual-power version can freely switch between electric and diesel power, with an unlimited operating range.
Q5: Can spider cranes operate on indoor tiled floors?
A5: Yes. YG spider cranes use a rubber track chassis with extremely low ground pressure, preventing damage to indoor floors such as tiles, marble, and epoxy flooring. Rubber pads on the bottom of the outriggers further protect the ground. The entire machine can pass through standard doorway widths without difficulty.
Q6: Is wireless remote control operation safe and reliable?
A6: YG spider cranes come standard with a wireless remote control, offering an operating distance of over 100m. It features a built-in torque limiter, overload protection, and outrigger load sensors. Operators can choose the optimal viewing angle from a distance from the lifting area, making it safer than traditional on-site operation. A manual on-site switch is also retained as a double safety measure.
