Overhead crane flap

At Weglehner, we don't just think in terms of cranes—we think in solutions. That's why we're pleased to present one of our latest developments: a custom-fabricated overhead crane hatch, specially designed for demanding industrial facilities where hall sections are separated by partition walls—for reasons such as fire protection, noise control, or safety requirements.

The Challenge: Flexibility Despite Physical Separation
In many production and warehouse halls, the use of an overhead crane is limited to a specific area as soon as a solid wall or fire compartment blocks the way. But why shouldn't a crane be able to assist precisely where it's needed most? This is exactly where our overhead crane hatch comes into play: it allows the crane to safely and comfortably pass through an opening in the wall when required—without compromising stability, safety, or ease of operation.

Our hatch deliberately avoids manual operation and instead relies on a reliable, automated drive system—either hydraulic or electromechanical, depending on the customer’s requirements. The result? A low-maintenance, durable, and operationally safe solution that performs reliably even under harsh industrial conditions. Made from high-quality steel and individually tailored to match the specific hall structure and crane system.

As an experienced partner for crane and hall technology, we support our customers from the initial concept through to turnkey installation. For this project, planning, manufacturing, and assembly were all handled under one roof: our team developed the hatch precisely according to the on-site structural conditions, fabricated it in our workshop, and installed it on schedule—without disrupting the customer’s ongoing operations.

The benefits are clear: thanks to this new pass-through option, the overhead crane can now be flexibly deployed across multiple hall sections. This saves time, reduces the need for additional lifting equipment, and enhances overall internal logistics efficiency—all without costly structural modifications.

Whether standard system or custom design—at Weglehner, the customer and their individual challenge always come first. Our overhead crane hatch is just one example of how we turn technical obstacles into practical advantages.

Do you need a solution to use your overhead crane more flexibly?

Contact us—we’ll work with you to develop the right answer to your specific requirements.