Hydropower Plant
Electricity from Hydropower

Crane Solutions for Hydropower Plants – Reliable, Robust, Precise

Hydroelectric power plants make an important contribution to renewable energy generation. In order to ensure operational safety in the long term, maintenance, repair and replacement of heavy system components must be carried out efficiently and safely. This is where high-performance crane systems and hoists come into play – a central component of any well-thought-out maintenance concept.

Lifting technology in hydropower – requirements for humans and material

Harsh conditions prevail in hydropower plants: high humidity, limited space and large loads place special demands on crane and lifting technology. Whether for turbine maintenance, the replacement of generators or the handling of screen and lock components – plant operators need durable, precise and low-maintenance solutions that can be integrated into continuous power plant operation.

Suitable components for demanding tasks

For use in hydroelectric power plants, electric wire rope hoists, trolleys, control technology and remote-control systems are used in particular. They enable heavy components to be moved with millimetre precision, ensure safety in daily operation and support effective plant maintenance. The products from SWF Krantechnik can be combined in a modular way and individually adapted to your system situation via crane construction partners.

Minimized downtime

Robust, maintenance-friendly components ensure fast repair and service processes – and reduce unplanned downtimes.

Safe processes in power plant operation

Reliable control technology and precise load control provide safety for personnel, plant structure and components.

Individual adaptation to your system

The modular solutions can be flexibly integrated into existing systems and adapted to your space conditions.

Long-term investment security

The high product quality and system compatibility ensure long-term use with low follow-up costs.

Customized crane solutions

novasilverline_03012016_1-686×900 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Bulkhead Dam – 1x15t
Special crane with curved track for water construction projects – corrosion-resistant, precise, and durable for maintenance and water regulation.

crabster_03012007 — Winch CRABster – Turbine Hall Hydroelectric Power Plant – 1x300t
Crane solution with CRABster technology for hydroelectric power plants – ideal for precise turbine assembly and maintenance-intensive applications in the energy sector.

MHEP0709 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Outdoor Weir – 1×18t
A NOVA hoist lifts sluice gates at a weir – featuring a warning system, wind monitoring, load limitation, and ground-based control.

branchen_referenz_test3 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Power House Hydroelectric Power Plant – 1×50t
NOVA rope hoist with heavy-duty girder for the safe lifting of heavy turbine components in the powerhouse of a hydroelectric power plant.

crabster_02012007 — Winch CRABster – Turbine Hall Hydroelectric Power Plant – 1x130t
Robust maintenance crane with CRABster technology for safe lifting operations in hydroelectric power plants – precise, corrosion-protected, and operational under load.

novasilverline_27062014_2-1-1920×1440 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Maintenance of Coal Power Plant – 1×6.3t
Efficient maintenance solution for coal power plants: NOVA hoist on curved monorail for precise, safe load transport in confined spaces.

CRAFTster-Ref003 — Manual Chain Hoist CRAFTster – Power Plant Maintenance – 3×2t
CRAFTster manual chain hoists for precise lifting in confined spaces – ideal for maintenance work in technical facilities and power plant areas.

kran_seilzug_nova2rope_swfkrantechnik_klaeranlage_02 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA² rope – Maintenance in Wastewater Treatment Plant – 1x4t
NOVA² rope crane for wastewater treatment plants: with synthetic rope and precise load handling – ideal for demanding maintenance and upkeep.

crabster_01012007 — Winch CRABster – Turbine Hall Hydroelectric Power Plant – 1x105t
Indoor crane with CRABster hoist for hydroelectric power plants – compact, precise, and maintenance-efficient in confined spaces and with heavy loads.

swf_krantechnik_hand_chain_block_CRAFTster_001 — Hand Chain Block CRAFTster – Turbine Hall Hydroelectric Power Plant – 1×3,5t
The cranes and lifting equipment in the machine house or turbine hall are all-rounders. They are used for both installation and maintenance work as well as for repairs.

chainsterkit_01012009-900×506 — Chain Hoist – Maintenance of Fine Screen Systems – 1x2t
Mobile gantry crane for efficient maintenance of fine screen systems in wastewater treatment plants – flexible, corrosion-resistant, and easy to handle.

novasilverline_03012015_1 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Contactor Controlled Sluice Gate – 2x30t
Tandem hoisting system with NOVA1 wire rope hoists for safe, synchronous lifting operations at weirs – robust, precise, and ideal for the hydropower sector.

crabster_01012013 — Winch CRABster – Turbine Hall Hydroelectric Power Plant– 1x150t
Maintenance crane with CRABster technology for hydroelectric power plants – precise lifting operations, high reliability, and efficiency in energy-intensive continuous operation.

swf_de_eon_0049 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVAex – ATEX Zone Energy/Process Technology – 1×13t
NOVAex wire rope hoist for safe use in ATEX zones – ideal for explosion-proof areas in the energy, chemical, or process industries.

swf_krantechnik_nova_sluice-gate_001 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Contactor Controlled Sluice Gate – 8x16t
For controlling gate panels (plate gates or lifting gates), permanently installed winches/hoists can be used. In hydropower plants with a large reservoir, several lifting devices with high load capacities are typically utilized.

0000swf-fragezeichen013_2 — Wire Rope Hoist NOVA – Wind Power Manufacturing – 6×5t
Several NOVA wire rope hoists for precise handling of large housing components in wind power manufacturing – ideal for efficient assembly processes with high throughput.

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