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Overhead Cranes for Oil & Gas Facilities

Safety & Reliability Customized

G.W. Becker, Inc. designs and manufactures overhead crane systems built for hazardous-duty use in natural gas facilities, compressor stations, LNG terminals, and industrial energy environments. These applications demand lifting equipment that meets strict safety standards, complies with hazardous location classifications, and performs reliably in corrosive and flammable conditions.

Our cranes are engineered to operate in Class I and II, Division 1 & 2 areas, making them ideal for handling materials in environments where combustible gases or vapors are present.

 

Overhead Crane Systems for Midstream Oil, Gas, and Energy Infrastructure

When working in hazardous energy environments such as natural gas compressor stations, processing plants, or LNG terminals, performance and safety are non-negotiable. G.W. Becker, Inc. overhead cranes are designed to solve your most critical challenges—reducing downtime, meeting compliance, and optimizing your return on investment.

  • Short Lead Times – Our modular, pre-engineered crane systems are built to deliver faster, from quote to installation, helping your operation stay on schedule and avoid costly delays.
  • Cost-Effective Solutions – Standardized and scalable crane designs reduce upfront costs while maintaining quality. Customers benefit from high return on investment through long-term reliability and reduced maintenance demands.
  • Reliable Performance in Hazardous Conditions – Built with durable materials and advanced engineering, our cranes are tested and proven to perform in Class I & II, Division 1 & 2 locations—where flammable gases or combustible dusts are present.
  • Compliance You Can Trust – Explosion-proof hoists, spark-resistant components, and fully sealed electrical systems meet or exceed NEC/CEC requirements for hazardous location operation.
  • Customizable for Your Application – Whether your facility requires a compact manual single girder crane or a fully custom-engineered lifting system, we deliver the right fit using high-quality components tailored to your space, capacity, and duty cycle.
  • Optimized for Efficiency – Modular crane designs streamline manufacturing, installation, and maintenance—minimizing operational disruption and ensuring faster return to production.
  • Easy-to-Use and Operator Friendly – Intuitive control systems and ergonomic design simplify operation for maintenance teams and production crews, enhancing safety and productivity.
  • Proven Across Industrial Energy Applications – Our standardized crane systems are trusted in diverse energy sector operations, from upstream compressor stations to downstream terminals, providing consistent operation and long-term durability.
  • Full Lifecycle Support – G.W. Becker, Inc. provides comprehensive service, including installation, inspections, parts replacement, repair, and operator training; ensuring your system remains safe and efficient throughout its lifespan.

Technical Features 

Configurations:

  • Single girder
    • Top running or underhung design up to 15 tons
  • Double girder
    • Top running design up to 75 tons
    • Span:
      • Structural girders: up to 70′ span
      • Monobox girders: up to 150′ span
      • Plate box girders: up to 150′ span
  • Lift: common lift to 40′, up to 125′ lift
  • CMAA Class: B, C, and D for some applications
  • Dual & Multi-Hoist Configurations
    • Hoist options from multiple national brands
    • Customized Built-Up Hoist by G.W. Becker Inc.
  • Spark-resistant Components: Made with copper, bronze, and stainless steel
  • Control Options: Radio and variable frequency control, intrinsically safe circuits
  • Two Speed Control: Hoist & Trolley
  • VFD Bridge Control
  • Wire rope and chain hoists
  • Manual and Pneumatic Operation
  • Collision Avoidance Systems
  • Warning Sirens
  • Drop-Zone Lights and other Safety Lighting
  • Custom Below-the-Hook Devices
  • Custom Features for Corrosive or Caustic Environments

Specialized Applications

G.W. Becker overhead cranes are used throughout a wide range of energy and industrial gas applications, including:

  • Natural gas compressor stations

  • Gas processing and dehydration plants

  • LNG terminals and storage facilities

  • Oil refineries and petrochemical plants

  • Midstream infrastructure and transportation hubs

  • Offshore platforms and marine loading areas

  • Hazardous material storage and blending stations

Service Options

G.W. Becker offers complete service support for overhead cranes in natural gas and energy environments, including:

  • Professional installation and field commissioning
  • Operator training for safe, compliant crane use
  • OSHA and NEC/CEC-compliant crane inspections
  • Preventive maintenance and emergency repair
  • Technical assistance and parts sourcing
  • Support tailored for hazardous-duty operations

     

Overhead Crane Types for Energy Operations

Our overhead cranes are available in top running and under running configurations, customized to meet the demands of classified environments, low-clearance buildings, and specialized lifting needs in natural gas and energy facilities.

Packaged Crane Systems

Pre-engineered for smaller gas processing sites, compressor stations, and low-capacity lifts, these cranes offer short lead times and include hazardous-duty hoists, motors, and controls, making them ideal for standard applications in classified energy zones.

Custom Engineered Cranes

Designed for complex facility layouts, high-capacity lifts, and continuous-duty operation in LNG terminals, refineries, and other energy infrastructure. Built with precision to meet exact performance, clearance, and compliance needs.

 

Request an Overhead Crane Quote

We understand the critical importance of uptime, safety, and code compliance in the natural gas and energy industries. With more than 45 years of experience in engineered lifting equipment, G.W. Becker, Inc. supports your project from concept to installation, and provides full lifecycle service, inspections, and upgrades.