Provide all-round intelligent material handling solutions for different scenarios in the steel industry (steel coil, slab, coil, rebar, scrap, etc.). The independently developed warehouse management system closely cooperates with various production processes, data exchange, and high-speed operation. The production workshop can better control the work rhythm and greatly improve the operation efficiency.
The Intelligent Coil Handling Crane is primarily used in the steel industry for transporting and handling steel coils. This crane is equipped with advanced features, such as truck scanning recognition and coil intelligent recognition and processing, to ensure smooth and efficient operation in warehouses and steel processing plants. The crane's ability to perform automated, unmanned operations in warehouse management significantly reduces labor costs and improves efficiency.
1. Industry Position
Founded in 2006, Dafang Heavy Machinery covers an area of 1,580 acres and employs over 2,600 people. With an annual sales revenue of 3.566 billion RMB, the company focuses on two main business sectors: lifting machinery and steel structures. Major products include single and double girder bridge and gantry cranes, electric hoists, steel structure bridges, prefabricated buildings, and industrial plants. Dafang serves critical sectors such as military industry, aerospace, nuclear power, offshore engineering, metallurgy, and mining. Its products are exported to over 100 countries and regions, including the United States, Russia, and Southeast Asia.
Annually, Dafang manufactures 30,000 single-girder cranes, more than 12,000 double-girder and gantry cranes, and 30,000 electric hoists. Based on production scale, sales volume, and brand recognition, the company ranks among the top three in China’s crane industry.
2. Core Technologies
Dafang’s R&D team consists of over 260 members, including 104 with senior or intermediate engineering qualifications. The company invests 3.8% of its annual sales into technology development. It has obtained 12 international invention patents, 50 national invention patents, 415 utility model patents, and achieved 43 scientific and technological milestones. Dafang was the first in the industry to adopt anti-sway and automatic positioning technologies.
In 2016, Dafang became the first enterprise in Henan Province to implement smart crane applications and to introduce remote monitoring technology. The company also developed the multifunctional brewing crane, filling a domestic market gap. In 2021, Dafang was the first in the industry to be certified for unmanned intelligent cranes. In 2022, it undertook a project for a tower crane at a commercial satellite launch site.
3. Manufacturing Capability
Dafang Heavy Machinery is equipped with advanced in-house designed manufacturing equipment, including 1,500-ton press grooving machines, extrusion machines, and roller machines. The company has established leading domestic workshops, including an electrical assembly line, steel pre-processing line, paint finishing line, and China’s first practical single-girder lean production line. Precision machinery includes imported German NILES CNC gear grinding machines and Japanese MAZAK machining centers.
Dafang strictly follows refined manufacturing processes, adhering to the principle of “doing it right the first time, zero defects.” This commitment to quality is deeply ingrained in every employee, ensuring that every product delivered meets the highest standards.
4. Service Assurance
Dafang upholds a “comprehensive, high-quality” service standard, providing users with fast, attentive, and thorough one-stop services. With 24/7 online support, choosing Dafang means complete peace of mind. Just tell us what you need—we’ll take care of the rest.
The system utilizes advanced sensors and AI technology to automatically recognize and process the steel coils, minimizing human intervention. This system ensures accurate and efficient handling, reducing errors and increasing productivity.
The crane is capable of handling steel coils up to a capacity of 35 tons, with a span of up to 28.5 meters, making it suitable for various industrial environments.
The crane can be integrated with automated warehouse systems to enable unmanned operation. It features smart technologies such as visual inventory control, reducing the need for manual labor and optimizing warehouse operations.
The crane includes multiple safety features, including overload protection, limit switches, and emergency stop systems. These ensure that the crane operates safely and reliably in various working conditions.
