Ladle Crane for Steel Plant – Heavy-Duty Molten Metal Handling by Nybon Machinery Group

In the steelmaking industry, lifting molten metal is one of the most dangerous and technically demanding tasks. A ladle crane for steel plant is specially engineered to transport molten steel safely and efficiently across different production stages — from furnace to converter, or to casting stations.

At Nybon Machinery Group, we manufacture robust ladle cranes along with gantry cranes, bridge cranes, jib cranes, and electric hoists. With factory-direct pricing and strict quality control, our cranes combine performance, safety, and durability for tough industrial environments.

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What Is a Ladle Crane?

A ladle crane is a high-capacity overhead crane designed to carry steel or iron ladles containing molten metal. These cranes are built with enhanced thermal protection, high-tensile materials, and multi-point safety systems to operate reliably in elevated temperatures and critical lifting zones.

Technical Specifications – Nybon Ladle Crane Range

Below is a general specification range for our ladle cranes, customizable based on your steel plant layout:

Model Load Capacity Span Length Lifting Height Heat Resistance Duty Class Control Type
NLC-50T 50 tons 10–28 meters 6–20 meters Up to 200°C A6 Cabin / Remote
NLC-100T 100 tons 12–30 meters 8–24 meters Up to 300°C A7 Cabin + PLC
NLC-160T 160 tons 14–32 meters 10–25 meters Up to 350°C A8 Dual Cabin Control
NLC-250T 250 tons Customizable Up to 30 meters Up to 400°C A8+ Cabin + Safety PLC

✔ Double girder structure
✔ 4-rope or hook beam lifting mechanism
✔ Overload limiters and temperature sensors
✔ Full compliance with FEM, ISO, and GB standards

Common Applications in Steel Plants

1. Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) Operations

Transporting hot metal from blast furnace to BOF converters.

2. Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Zones

Handling molten scrap and steel in high-frequency cycles.

3. Ladle Refining and Casting

Moving full ladles to tundishes or casting bays in continuous casting machines.

4. Slag Handling

Modified versions used for slag pot transport and dumping.

Advantages of Nybon Ladle Cranes

1. Engineered for Extreme Heat

Motors, electrical panels, and cables are protected with thermal insulation, ensuring long life even near furnaces.

2. Strong and Stable Lifting

Built with Q355B steel, our cranes deliver minimal deflection under full load, even in long-span installations.

3. Safety First

Equipped with redundant brakes, emergency stop systems, and real-time load monitoring, these cranes prevent critical failures.

4. Long-Term Performance

Every crane is load-tested and certified before delivery, ensuring reliability from day one.

Why Choose Nybon Machinery Group?

Nybon Machinery Group is a professional manufacturer of industrial lifting equipment, including:

  • Gantry cranes – fixed or rail-mounted

  • Bridge cranes – single/double girder

  • Jib cranes – column-mounted or wall-mounted

  • Electric hoists – wire rope or chain type

Our cranes are known for:

  • 🏭 Factory-direct pricing — no middlemen

  • ⚙️ Custom-built solutions — for any plant layout

  • 🔍 Strict quality control — ISO-certified manufacturing

  • 🌍 Global support — from design to delivery

Whether you’re building a new foundry or upgrading an old plant, we offer ladle cranes tailored to your process flow and environmental conditions.

Get a Quote for Your Steel Plant Today

Need a reliable ladle crane for your steel plant? Contact Nybon Machinery Group to receive a custom solution and competitive quote

📧 Email: info@nybonmachinery.com
🌍 Website: www.nyboncrane.com
📞 WhatsApp/Phone: +86-15936506686
📦 Lead Time: 10–45 days depending on customization
🛠 Installation guides and drawings provided

Need a Crane Tailored to YOUR Industry?

At Nybon Group, we’ve built custom cranes and hoists for:

  • Ports lifting cargo containers
  • Mines hauling ore carts
  • Shipyards deploying anchors

Talk to Our Lifting Experts!
📧 Email: info@nybonmachinery.com
📱 WhatsApp: +86-15936506686
🌐 Visit: www.nyboncrane.com

As a professional Industrial Crane Supplier, Nybon offers

  • Customizable Solutions – Available in various load capacities, speeds, and configurations to meet specific industrial requirements.
  • High-Quality Manufacturing – Built with strict quality standards to ensure durability, reliability, and long service life.
  • Low Maintenance Requirements – Engineered for minimal maintenance, reducing downtime and operational costs.
  • Gantry Cranes
  • Overhead Cranes
  • Electrci Hoist

Get A Quote Today

Welcome to send a free inquiry to —info@nybonmachinery.com