Overhead Cranes in Australia: Industry Applications and DGCRANE Solutions

Australia has a number of domestic overhead crane manufacturers that supply equipment for local industrial and construction needs. At the same time, imports also make up a significant part of the market. Among these, China has become the largest source of overhead crane imports to Australia, supported by competitive pricing and consistent product quality. DGCRANE is a reputable overhead crane supplier from China. This article introduces Australia’s main industries and the use of overhead cranes, as well as DGCRANE products and services for Australian customers.

Main Industry and Overhead Crane Solutions in Australia

Mining

Mining is one of the most important pillars of Australia's economy. According to data from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), the mining sector accounts for 12.2% of national output and has long been a major source of export revenue. In the 2023/24 fiscal year, Australia's mineral exports totaled approximately AUD 415 billion (Investing News data). Among them, iron ore, coal, and natural gas occupy a central position in the global supply chain.

Mining cranes need to have a strong and durable structure. Overhead cranes play a key role in ore processing, equipment installation, and maintenance, and they especially require high load capacity, durability, and explosion-proof design to ensure safe and continuous operation in harsh environments.

Manufacturing

According to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the manufacturing industry accounts for around 5.9% of GDP and employs more than 850,000 people. It mainly covers sectors such as metal processing, machinery manufacturing, and food processing.

In manufacturing, overhead cranes with small to medium lifting capacities are commonly used. In metal processing, they handle steel coils, steel plates, and similar materials. In machinery manufacturing, they are used for moving machine components, molds, and assembled parts, and for assisting with equipment maintenance and production line adjustments. In food processing, cleanroom overhead cranes are often used to transport raw materials and production equipment in controlled environments, ensuring hygiene and safety.

Construction

The construction sector accounts for about 7.5% of Australia's GDP and covers residential, commercial, infrastructure, and large public projects. In recent years, driven by urbanization and increased infrastructure investment, demand in the construction industry has remained steady, with strong activity in residential development, bridges, roads, and industrial buildings.

Overhead cranes in construction are mainly used in precast concrete plants and steel structure workshops. They handle large components such as concrete beams and slabs, steel girders, as well as molds, assisting in lifting, moving, and assembly operations.

DGCRANE: A Chinese Overhead Crane Supplier for Australia

According to customs import data, China is the largest source of overhead crane imports for Australia. From June 2024 to June 2025, Australia's total overhead crane imports amounted to approximately USD 7.18 million, of which about USD 3.4 million came from China, accounting for 47.37% of the total and far surpassing other countries. With reliable quality, competitive pricing, and stable delivery capability, Chinese-made overhead cranes have become the preferred cost-effective lifting solution for Australian customers.

DGCRANE is a prominent Chinese overhead crane supplier headquartered in Changyuan, Henan — the largest bridge crane manufacturing hub in China. With over 10 years of experience in exporting overhead cranes, DGCRANE has successfully delivered products to more than 120 countries and regions, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. Known for its reliability and strong industry reputation, DGCRANE has become a trusted partner for international customers seeking high-quality Chinese cranes.

What DGCRANE Offers to Australian Customers

Comprehensive Product Range

• Overhead Cranes: 0.5–20t single girder overhead cranes, up to 800t double girder overhead cranes, up to 5t manual overhead cranes.
• Gantry Cranes: up to 50t single girder gantry cranes, up to 800t double girder gantry cranes, portable small gantry cranes.
• Jib Cranes: Free standing jib cranes, wall mounted jib cranes, wall travelling jib cranes.
• Hoists: Electric hoists, manual hoists, explosion-proof hoists, etc.
• Crane and Hoist Components: crane wheels, crane hooks, under-hook attachments, crane drums, crane pulleys, etc.

Optional Features: Variable frequency control, anti-sway control, intelligent unmanned operation, and other advanced functions.

Industries Served: We serve mining, construction, manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, automotive, ports, waste management, metal smelting, and other industries, providing solutions for a wide range of industrial lifting and material handling needs.

Competitive Prices

DGCRANE is located in China's largest overhead crane manufacturing hub. Leveraging the advantages of industrial clustering and economies of scale, the company effectively reduces production and management costs. With a complete local supply of components and stable procurement channels, additional expenses are minimized, allowing DGCRANE to offer products that maintain high quality while remaining competitively priced, providing Australian customers with cost-effective solutions.

Overhead crane prices vary by configuration. The above table is for reference only. For exact pricing, please contact us.

Excellent Service

Design

• Custom overhead crane solutions tailored to Australian power voltage, frequency, track dimensions, and operating conditions.
• Designs compliant with ISO, CMAA, FEM, and relevant Australian standards, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Protective design for structure, materials, and coatings to withstand site conditions such as high temperature, humidity, dust, or salt corrosion, ensuring long-term stable operation.
• Detailed design drawings and technical specifications provided during the planning stage to help users clearly understand the equipment's features.

Installation

• For self-installation, we provide free installation documents, videos, infographics, and other reference materials, with your sales representative closely monitoring your project progress.
• If engineer assistance is needed, we can dispatch professional overhead crane installation engineers to the Australian site for on-site guidance, improving installation efficiency and reliability.

After-Sales

• Training on product use, maintenance, and care, with supporting documentation provided.
• Technical support for any operational questions, along with high-quality replacement parts.
• Free repair or replacement of parts caused by manufacturing defects during the warranty period.

Reliable Quality

• The entire design and manufacturing process is conducted under the control of the ISO9001 quality management system.
• Advanced 3D modeling and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) are used to optimize structural strength and reduce stress concentration.
• All plates and profiles are treated with the FTB-3000 steel pre-treatment line for shot blasting and painting, enhancing corrosion resistance.
• Dual-gun gantry welding and robotic welding ensure weld quality, with 100% ultrasonic testing (UT) of main beam welds.
• End beams are machined in a single setup on a boring machine to ensure wheel mounting hole concentricity with an error ≤0.05mm.
• DGCRANE holds ISO, CCC, and CE certifications, and can provide the third-party certifications you need for your overhead cranes, including but not limited to ISO9000, CCC mark, TüV, UL, CE, RoHS, and SGS inspection.

DGCRANE Overhead Crane Delivery to Australia: Process, Speed and Cost

Delivery Process

• Requirement Confirmation
• Contract and Production
• Export from China
• Transportation (usually by sea)
• Customs Clearance in Australia
• Delivery to Site and Installation

For customs clearance, many documents are required. You can use a freight forwarder's brokerage services or hire a customs broker to handle the procedures. Commonly required documents include:

• Commercial Invoice
• Bill of Lading or Airway Bill
• Certificate of Origin
• Packing List (Inventory)
• Letter of Credit (or other payment terms)

Speed

Production Time

• A standard single girder overhead crane takes approximately 7–10 days to manufacture.
• A standard double girder overhead crane takes approximately 50 days to manufacture.

Shipping Time

• Air freight typically takes 2–5 days.
• Sea transportation from China to Australian ports usually takes 10–20 days.

Cost

Shipping Costs from China to Australia

Taxes and Fees

• Customs Duty
  • Standard tariff: 5%.
  • Under the China–Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA), most overhead cranes of Chinese origin are eligible for 0% duty with proper certificate of origin.
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • 10% GST is applied on the CIF value plus duty.
  • Formula: (Goods value + Freight + Insurance + Duty) × 10%.

DGCRANE Cases in Australia

3 Ton Overhead Crane with Steel Structures Exported to Australia

A customer inquired about a 3 ton free standing overhead crane. To ensure the most suitable solution, we gathered detailed information about the workshop dimensions, crane lifting capacity, span, runway length, materials to be lifted and speed requirements, operating frequency, and power supply.

Upon receiving the detailed information, our engineers immediately began designing the overhead crane and steel structure layout, producing complete design drawings. During this process, we also provided a portable gantry crane option for the customer's reference, but the customer ultimately chose the steel-structured overhead crane solution.

After confirming the design drawings, the customer raised a new question: having never used this type of solution before, they were unsure how to construct the steel structure foundation. In response, our engineers prepared detailed civil engineering drawings, specifying key details such as the width, length, and depth of foundation holes, helping the customer successfully complete the construction.

5 Ton Single Girder Overhead Crane Exported to Australia

• Capacity: 5ton
• Span length: 19.6m
• Lifting height: 4.5m
• Work duty: A3

After receiving the customer's workshop drawings, we found that the conventional crane design could not meet the required lifting height due to restrictions from the workshop columns, crane beams, and support layout. However, by measuring the distance from the roof to the crane beam, we realized that the upper space could be fully utilized. Our engineers proposed a design solution to increase the main beam height, achieving the higher lifting height. The customer was very satisfied with this innovative design.

In addition to overhead cranes, we have successfully exported a variety of lifting and handling equipment to Australian customers, including gantry cranes, electric hoists, and crane wheel assemblies. Whether it is high-tonnage cranes or auxiliary handling equipment, we provide customized solutions tailored to customer needs, and ensure the products are delivered safely and operate smoothly.

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Conclusion

DGCRANE provides reliable overhead crane solutions for Australian businesses, combining quality, efficiency, and tailored support. Whether you need standard models or custom designs, we are ready to meet your lifting needs. For any questions about overhead cranes, feel free to contact us, our team is always here to assist you.

Zora Zhao

Expert in Overhead Crane/Gantry Crane/Jib Crane/Crane Parts Solutions

With 10+ years of experience in the Crane Overseas Export Industry, helped 10,000+ customers with their pre-sales questions and concerns, if you have any related needs, please feel free to contact me!

WhatsApp: +86 189 3735 0200

Email: zorazhao@dgcrane.com