Automated Crane Systems
Automated crane systems are transforming the landscape of material handling by delivering increased safety, higher productivity, and greater precision. By minimizing the need for manual labor, these systems help reduce workplace injuries and streamline operations. Leveraging advanced automation technologies, businesses can improve workflow efficiency, optimize operations, and utilize real-time data for smarter resource planning.
At Advanced Overhead Systems (AOS), our automation solutions feature intelligent motion control, load sway suppression, collision prevention, and synchronized multi-axis operation. Built for long-term dependability and easy maintenance, our systems integrate effortlessly with existing warehouse management platforms. From high-capacity lifting to fine-tuned logistics handling, our automated cranes deliver the agility and command today’s industrial environments demand.
Advanced Overhead Crane Automation
At AOS, we deliver intelligent automation solutions for overhead cranes and hoists, providing precise control and streamlined material movement. Our technology supports a broad range of crane types and applications, including:
- Overhead Cranes – Engineered for heavy lifting with smooth, reliable movement.
- Gantry Cranes – Flexible systems suited for expansive or outdoor environments.
- Jib Cranes – Ideal for localized handling and pinpoint load placement.
- Hoists – Available in manual, electric chain, wire rope, and pneumatic configurations to meet varied operational requirements.
- Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) – Designed to optimize inventory flow and warehouse performance.
- T-Cars & Shuttles – Supporting fast, automated transport and accurate material positioning.
- Plating Line Automation – Enhancing process precision and efficiency in industrial finishing systems.
Backed by continuous innovation and R&D, AOS provides robust automation features that support smarter, safer crane operations:
- Skew Correction – Reduces misalignment and maximizes crane tracking accuracy.
- Anti-Sway Control – Limits pendulum motion for improved load stability.
- Collision Avoidance – Uses smart detection to help prevent accidents and maintain safety.
- Multi-Axis Coordination – Allows complex, synchronized crane movements across axes.
- Safety Integration and Redundancy – Delivers fail-safe operations and regulatory compliance.
Our Level 1 crane control systems are built to integrate seamlessly with Level 2 warehouse management platforms—even when we’re not supplying or replacing the WMS—ensuring operational reliability, simplified maintenance, and enhanced connectivity across your facility.
Automated Crane Industries and Applications
For more than 30 years, AOS has provided our customers with solutions and components for automated crane systems. Our automation team has a combined 150 years experience and understands the unique challenges and benefits of utilizing automation in applications throughout many industries, including:
- Automotive – Automated crane systems improve efficiency in automotive manufacturing plants by optimizing material flow, handling large components, and supporting just-in-time production processes. Our systems ensure precise placement and seamless integration with assembly lines.
- Metals Production – Automated cranes are vital in steel mills and aluminum processing facilities for handling heavy coils, slabs, and billets. Advanced automation technology ensures accurate positioning, temperature monitoring, and reduced downtime.
- Power Generation – Power plants rely on automated crane systems to move turbines, generators, and other critical components safely and efficiently. Our solutions incorporate safety features like obstacle avoidance and redundancy for mission-critical crane operations.
- Construction – Automated cranes enhance shop logistics, moving materials quickly and precisely to reduce labor costs and improve project timelines. Our systems streamline workflows in precast concrete facilities and structural steel fabrication.
- Aerospace – The aerospace industry benefits from automated crane systems in aircraft assembly, maintenance, and component storage. These systems provide precise handling for fragile and high-value parts, ensuring seamless integration with manufacturing operations.
Controls are designed for:
Safety First
At AOS Crane & Hoists, safety drives every aspect of our automation design. Our crane systems are built in accordance with the latest industry safety standards and include advanced features like safety-rated PLCs, object detection, and automated collision prevention. Every system is engineered to reduce workplace hazards and safeguard both employees and equipment.
Engineered for Reliability
We combine state-of-the-art hardware with robust software to deliver automation systems you can count on. With built-in redundancies, real-time system diagnostics, and proactive maintenance alerts, our crane controls are designed to maintain peak performance—even in the most demanding environments.
Boosting Productivity
Our intelligent automation solutions are designed to streamline operations, cut manual tasks, and accelerate throughput. By integrating real-time performance tracking and adaptive controls, we help businesses improve process efficiency, reduce downtime, and meet productivity targets with confidence.
Simplified Maintenance
Built with trusted platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens, our systems are easy to service and maintain. Features like user-friendly interfaces, modular programming, and remote troubleshooting reduce maintenance complexity. Plus, our 24/7 technical support ensures you get expert assistance whenever it's needed.
Ready to improve safety, performance, and reliability? Contact AOS today to explore how our automation systems can elevate your operations.
Cranes Automation Solutions
Bridge Crane
Designed to simulate a 5-axis stacker crane, this system delivers accurate, multi-directional motion for efficient handling of heavy loads. Advanced automation enhances positioning precision, operational speed, and overall safety across a wide range of industrial applications.
Bridge Crane
Guarantees precise load alignment prior to lifting, minimizing the chance of misplacement and enhancing workflow consistency across operations.
Anti-Sway
Sophisticated control algorithms reduce sway during lifting and transit, enhancing both precision and operational safety.
ICS-5000
An older-generation control platform still found in certain operations, typically in need of modernization to boost performance, reliability, and integration capabilities.
ABCIS/SIBICS
Our advanced control system upgrades are engineered to replace aging ICS-5000 units, delivering improved system performance, enhanced monitoring functionality, and stronger alignment with current safety standards.
Skew Controls
A sophisticated control system designed to optimize automated crane operations. This mechanism minimizes downtime and enhances overall efficiency by streamlining processes.
Augmented Reality Crane Control
Cutting-edge augmented reality (AR) technology provides real-time visualization and control for crane operations. This enhances operator awareness, improves training capabilities, and supports better decision-making.
Obstacle Avoidance
Smart sensors and AI-driven technology that help to enhance workplace safety by helping prevent collisions.
TruStor
A robust control system that ensures precise crane movements, enhancing reliability and operational consistency.
Truzone
A zone-based safety and automation solution that optimizes plating and pickling line operations by preventing unnecessary movement and reducing risks.
Crane Lab
Our cutting-edge crane lab features a fully functional bridge crane with trolley, hoist, and rotating grabs, allowing for extensive testing, proof-of-concept validation, and operator training before full-scale implementation.
Plating/Pickling Lines
We specialize in automating plating and pickling lines, delivering greater accuracy in chemical application, minimizing material waste, and boosting throughput for improved efficiency in metal processing operations.
Anti-Sway
Helps eliminate excessive material motion during plating and pickling processes, enhancing operational precision and overall process efficiency.
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Trutime
Delivers real-time data analysis and monitoring to optimize production flow and maintain quality standards.
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Cranes Automation Solutions
Bridge Crane
Designed to simulate a 5-axis stacker crane, this system delivers accurate, multi-directional motion for efficient handling of heavy loads. Advanced automation enhances positioning precision, operational speed, and overall safety across a wide range of industrial applications.
ICS-5000
An older-generation control platform still found in certain operations, typically in need of modernization to boost performance, reliability, and integration capabilities.
ABCIS/SIBICS
Our advanced control system upgrades are engineered to replace aging ICS-5000 units, delivering improved system performance, enhanced monitoring functionality, and stronger alignment with current safety standards.
Trumotion
A high-performance motion control solution engineered for rapid, precise operation in automated crane applications.
Obstacle Avoidance
Smart sensors and AI-driven technology that help to enhance workplace safety by helping prevent collisions.
TruStor
A robust control system that ensures precise crane movements, enhancing reliability and operational consistency.
Augmented Reality Crane Control
Cutting-edge augmented reality (AR) technology provides real-time visualization and control for crane operations. This enhances operator awareness, improves training capabilities, and supports better decision-making.
Reach out today to see how AOS Crane & Hoists can help you automate smarter and run more efficiently with our advanced crane control technologies.