Upgrade Your Fleet with a Heavy-Duty Van Crane
In the logistics and service industries, time is money, and operator safety is paramount. Relying on manual labor to move heavy equipment or waiting for forklift assistance at delivery sites creates unnecessary bottlenecks. The solution is simple: equip your vehicle with a professional electric van crane.
Unlike traditional tail lifts that add bulk to the rear of the vehicle, an internal overhead crane transforms your commercial van into a self-sufficient mobile workshop. It empowers a single operator to handle heavy payloads with precision, speed, and zero physical strain.
What is an Onboard Van Crane?
A modern van crane is an electrically powered, extending boom system mounted to the interior roof structure of a cargo van. It acts as a bridge between the warehouse and the job site.
By utilizing an extendable boom, the system can reach outside the rear doors to lift cargo from the ground, then retract to position the load deep within the cargo bay—all controlled via a handheld remote.
Key Advantages of an Internal Lifting System
1. Maximize Cargo Capacity (Space-Saving Design)
One of the biggest drawbacks of floor-mounted cranes is that they occupy valuable deck space. A roof-mounted electric van crane solves this problem.
Retractable Mechanism: When not in use, the entire hoist assembly slides neatly to the side wall near the roof.
100% Floor Usage: The cargo floor remains completely clear for racking, pallets, or large machinery.
2. True Single-Operator Efficiency
Cut labor costs effectively. With a van crane, tasks that historically required two people can now be handled by the driver alone. Whether lifting generators, barrels, or white goods, the system does the heavy lifting, allowing your team to complete more jobs per day.
3. Universal Fleet Compatibility
Top-tier van crane systems are designed with a self-supporting steel subframe. This means they attach to existing mounting points in the vehicle's chassis.
Non-Destructive: No drilling into the roof is required, preserving the vehicle’s resale value.
Transferable: If you sell the van, the crane system can be uninstalled and moved to your new vehicle.
| Feature | Performance | Why It Matters |
| Lifting Capacity | Up to 500 kg (1,100 lbs) | Handles industrial-grade equipment effortlessly. |
| Operation Type | Full Electric Extension | Smooth, powered movement in, out, up, and down. |
| Control System | Handheld Remote | Keeps the operator at a safe distance from the load. |
| Power Supply | 12V Vehicle Connection | Runs off the standard van battery; no extra generator needed. |
Health, Safety, and Compliance
Implementing a van crane is a proactive step toward eliminating workplace injuries. Musculoskeletal disorders caused by manual handling are a leading cause of downtime in trade industries.
Injury Prevention: The mechanical hoist removes the burden of lifting from the driver’s spine.
Fall Protection: Advanced models can serve as a certified fall-arrest anchor point for personnel working in subterranean environments (e.g., sewer maintenance shafts).
Ideal Applications
Water & Utilities: Lifting heavy pumps, valves, and inspection robots.
Automotive Service: Transporting engines, transmissions, and mobile tire equipment.
Delivery Logistics: Handling heavy palletized goods or large home appliances (white glove delivery).
Construction: Moving compactors, generators, and heavy tool chests.
Ready to Optimize Your Workflow?
Don't let heavy loads slow down your operations. Integrating a van crane into your fleet is the most effective way to boost productivity and protect your workforce.