
Copper refinery operations involve complex, high-intensity processes that require precise, an toàn, and efficient material handling—from raw copper ore and anode plates to electrolytic cells and finished cathode copper. Các 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley Electric Overhead Traveling (EOT) Crane is specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of copper refineries, addressing the industry’s unique challenges such as high temperatures, môi trường ăn mòn, mixed-load lifting, and continuous operation requirements. This case study details the product overview, core features, technical parameters, on-site applications, and frequently asked questions (Câu hỏi thường gặp) of the 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane in copper refinery operations, demonstrating its value in optimizing productivity, tăng cường an toàn, and reducing operational costs.
Các 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane is a heavy-duty overhead lifting equipment designed with two independent trolleys (main trolley: 20 tấn, auxiliary trolley: 5 tấn) mounted on a double-girder bridge, enabling simultaneous or separate operation of the two trolleys to handle mixed loads efficiently. Developed in compliance with international standards such as FEM (Châu Âu), TỪ (nước Đức), và iso, this crane is customized for the harsh working conditions of copper refineries, including high ambient temperatures, corrosive fumes from electrolytic processes, and heavy-duty cyclic operations. It integrates advanced electrical and mechanical components to ensure stable performance, định vị chính xác, và tuổi thọ dài, making it an indispensable material handling solution for copper smelting, electrolysis, and finishing processes.
Unlike single-trolley EOT cranes, the double-trolley design of this model eliminates the need for multiple cranes in the same bay, optimizing workshop space utilization and reducing equipment investment. The main trolley is dedicated to lifting heavy loads such as electrolytic cells, copper ingots, and large equipment, while the auxiliary trolley handles lighter loads including anode plates, cathode plates, and maintenance tools—realizing flexible and efficient load distribution in copper refinery workflows.

EOT Crane for electrolytic copper
Tailored to the specific needs of copper refinery operations, các 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane boasts the following core features, ensuring reliability, sự an toàn, and adaptability in harsh industrial environments:
The technical parameters of the 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane are optimized for copper refinery operations, with the following standard specifications (customizable based on on-site requirements):
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Tham số
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Đặc điểm kỹ thuật
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Tải định mức (Main Trolley)
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20 Tấn
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Tải định mức (Auxiliary Trolley)
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5 Tấn
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Crane Span
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10.5 - 31.5 m (Có thể tùy chỉnh, common span for copper refineries: 22.8 m)
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Nâng chiều cao
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6 - 30 m (Customizable based on workshop height)
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Tốc độ nâng (Main Trolley)
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3.5 - 8 tôi/của tôi (VFD stepless speed regulation)
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Tốc độ nâng (Auxiliary Trolley)
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7 - 16 tôi/của tôi (VFD stepless speed regulation)
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Tốc độ di chuyển của xe đẩy
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10 - 43.8 tôi/của tôi
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Bridge Travel Speed
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20 - 93.7 tôi/của tôi
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Lớp lao động
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FEM 2M, M5 (Suitable for continuous heavy-duty operation)
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Chế độ điều khiển
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Radio Remote Control + Pendant Control (Dual Control)
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Cung cấp điện
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3-Giai đoạn, 380V/415V ±10%, 50Hz
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Lớp bảo vệ
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IP55
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Lớp cách nhiệt
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F Class
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Nhiệt độ làm việc
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-25℃ – 40℃
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Total Motor Power
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27.8 - 44 KW (Depends on span and lifting height)
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Runway Rail Model
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CR80 or 43 kg/m (Customizable based on load requirements)
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Double Trolley EOT Crane
In the initial stage of copper refining, raw copper ore or blister copper ingots (each weighing 15 - 20 tấn) need to be transported to smelting furnaces. The main trolley of the crane lifts these heavy raw materials stably and transports them to the designated smelting station, ensuring continuous feeding of the smelting process. After smelting, the molten copper is cast into anode plates (each weighing 3 - 5 tấn), which are then lifted and transported by the auxiliary trolley to the electrolytic cell area. The double-trolley design allows for simultaneous handling of raw materials and anode plates, reducing waiting time and improving production efficiency.
Electrolytic refining is the core process of copper refinery, requiring precise handling of electrolytic cells and cathode plates. The main trolley (20 tấn) is used to lift and position electrolytic cells (weighing 18 - 20 tấn) into the electrolytic tank, ensuring accurate alignment to avoid electrolyte leakage. During the electrolysis process, the auxiliary trolley (5 tấn) transports cathode plates (weighing 2 - 4 tấn) to the electrolytic cells and retrieves them after the electrolysis cycle (thường xuyên 7 - 10 ngày). The VFD control system of the crane ensures smooth lifting and movement of the cathode plates, preventing damage to the plates and ensuring the quality of electrolytic copper. Ngoài ra, the crane can be equipped with a special spreader to clamp multiple cathode plates at once, further improving operational efficiency.
After electrolytic refining, the cathode plates are processed into finished cathode copper (each weighing 5 - 8 tấn) or copper ingots. The auxiliary trolley lifts the finished cathode copper to the cleaning and inspection area, and after inspection, the main trolley transports the qualified finished products to the packaging station or warehouse for stacking and storage. The crane’s precise positioning function ensures that the finished products are stacked neatly, reducing damage during storage and transportation, and facilitating subsequent loading and unloading operations.
Copper refinery equipment such as smelting furnaces, electrolytic tanks, and pumps require regular maintenance and overhaul, which involves lifting heavy components (such as furnace linings, pump casings, and motor assemblies) weighing 10 - 20 tấn. The main trolley of the crane lifts these heavy equipment components stably, while the auxiliary trolley transports maintenance tools and replacement parts to the maintenance site, providing convenient conditions for equipment maintenance. The crane’s flexible operation allows it to access narrow areas of the workshop, ensuring smooth progress of maintenance work. In cases where existing cranes need to be replaced, the crane can be installed after dismantling the old equipment, with the supplier conducting on-site measurements to ensure compatibility with the existing runway rails and bus bar system.
A large copper refinery in Asia installed 3 sets of 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Cranes in its electrolytic refining workshop (nhịp: 22.8 m, chiều cao nâng: 12 m) TRONG 2025. Trước khi cài đặt, the workshop relied on two single-trolley cranes for material handling, resulting in low efficiency and frequent equipment failures due to harsh working conditions. After installing the 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Cranes, the workshop’s material handling efficiency increased by 40%, the failure rate of lifting equipment decreased by 70%, and the number of operational accidents related to load handling was reduced to zero. The crane’s corrosion resistance and high-temperature resistance ensured stable operation in the corrosive and high-temperature environment of the electrolytic workshop, with an average daily operation time of 16 giờ (hoạt động liên tục) and no major maintenance required within one year, significantly reducing operational and maintenance costs for the refinery.

Below are the most common questions and professional answers about the 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane in copper refinery operations, helping users better understand and use the equipment:
Q1: Tuổi thọ sử dụng của 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane in a copper refinery environment?
A1: Under normal operation and regular maintenance, the service life of the crane is 15 - 20 năm. The crane’s structural components adopt anti-corrosion and high-temperature resistant designs, and key electrical and mechanical components are selected from well-known brands (such as Schneider, SEW), ensuring long-term stable operation in harsh copper refinery environments. Regular maintenance (such as monthly inspection of wire ropes and brakes, quarterly inspection of anti-corrosion coatings, and annual comprehensive overhaul) can further extend the service life of the crane.
Q2: Can the crane be used in environments with high concentrations of sulfuric acid fumes?
A2: Đúng. The crane is specially designed for corrosive environments in copper refineries. The main structure is treated with shot blasting and anti-corrosion coating, and key components such as motors, electrical enclosures, and wire ropes adopt corrosion-resistant materials (such as galvanized high-strength wire ropes) and IP55 protection class, which can effectively resist corrosion from sulfuric acid fumes and other chemical substances. For extremely harsh corrosive environments, additional anti-corrosion treatments (such as glass fiber reinforced plastic coating) can be customized to enhance corrosion resistance.
Q3: How to solve the problem of load sway during the lifting and transportation of cathode plates?
A3: The crane is equipped with a VFD control system and a load anti-sway device. The VFD control system realizes stepless speed regulation, ensuring smooth start-up, acceleration, deceleration, and braking of the crane, avoiding sudden changes in speed that cause load sway. The load anti-sway device can automatically adjust the trolley and bridge travel speed according to the swing amplitude of the load, quickly stabilizing the load. Ngoài ra, the crane is equipped with a precise positioning system, which can accurately position the load at the designated location, further reducing load sway during transportation.
Q4: Can the two trolleys of the crane operate simultaneously? Will there be collision risks?
A4: Đúng, the two trolleys can operate simultaneously, and there is no collision risk. The crane is equipped with an intelligent anti-collision system, which installs infrared sensors on both trolleys. When the distance between the two trolleys is less than the safe distance (có thể điều chỉnh, thường xuyên 1 - 2 mét), the system will automatically cut off the power of the trolleys moving towards each other, forcing them to stop, thus preventing collisions. Ngoài ra, the crane’s control system is equipped with a mutual locking function, which can also manually control the operation of the two trolleys to avoid interference between them.
Q5: What maintenance work needs to be done regularly for the crane?
A5: Regular maintenance of the crane mainly includes the following items:
The supplier will provide a detailed maintenance manual and on-site maintenance guidance according to the on-site operation conditions of the copper refinery.
Q6: Can the crane be customized according to the specific layout of our copper refinery?
A6: Đúng. The crane supports full customization according to the specific layout, workflow, and load requirements of the copper refinery. Customizable parameters include span, chiều cao nâng, chế độ điều khiển, tốc độ nâng, trolley spacing, and auxiliary devices (such as special spreaders for cathode plates, anti-corrosion enhancements, and extended runway rails). Before customization, the supplier will send professional engineers to the on-site to conduct measurements and investigations, understand the working environment and workflow of the refinery, and design a personalized solution to ensure the crane is fully compatible with the refinery’s operations. This includes adapting to existing workshop bays, runway rails, and bus bar systems to avoid unnecessary modifications to the existing infrastructure.
Các 20 + 5 Ton Double Trolley EOT Crane, with its customized design, advanced performance, and comprehensive safety protection, perfectly meets the material handling needs of copper refinery operations. Its double-trolley synergistic operation, corrosion and high-temperature resistance, and precise control capabilities effectively solve the pain points of low efficiency, high failure rate, and poor safety in traditional material handling methods, significantly improving production efficiency, reducing operational costs, and ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment. As a reliable material handling solution, this crane has been widely recognized and applied in global copper refineries, providing strong support for the efficient and stable operation of the copper refining industry.


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