High Bay Industrial Structures and Crane Ready Buildings
High clear industrial buildings with crane infrastructure and heavy load capacity.
High-bay industrial buildings with crane infrastructure serve manufacturing, heavy equipment, and specialized industrial operations throughout the DFW Metroplex. These structures demand engineering and construction expertise beyond standard warehouse work. Property developers and facility owners in North Richland Hills and the surrounding region depend on us for buildings that accommodate overhead cranes, heavy loads, and tall clear heights.
Crane-ready buildings require integrated design from the earliest project stages. Column spacing, structural frame design, and foundation systems must accommodate crane loads. Runway beams, crane rails, and electrical systems must be coordinated with building structure. We work with crane suppliers and structural engineers to ensure all systems integrate properly.
Clear height requirements for high-bay buildings often exceed 40 feet-significantly taller than standard distribution centers. Taller structures require heavier framing, deeper foundations, and attention to crane clearances throughout the building. We construct buildings meeting specified clear heights while maintaining structural efficiency.
Foundation systems for crane-ready buildings must handle dynamic crane loads in addition to building dead loads. Crane column foundations are often separate from building column foundations, with their own pile or pier systems. We construct foundation systems meeting the specific requirements of each crane installation.
Building completion includes crane runway installation, power supply for crane operation, and testing of all systems. We coordinate crane installation with crane suppliers, ensuring runways meet tolerance requirements and power systems are ready for startup.
What's Included
When This Service Applies
Manufacturer building new facility for heavy equipment production
Developer constructing flex industrial with crane capability
Metal fabricator developing new production facility
Industrial facility adding high-bay addition for manufacturing expansion
Example Project Capability
Project Scope
Construction of 100,000 SF manufacturing facility with dual 25-ton bridge cranes
Client Situation
Heavy equipment manufacturer needs facility with 50-foot clear height and crane service throughout
Our Approach
Construct structural steel building with integrated crane runways and foundations designed for crane loads
Expected Outcome
Completed manufacturing building with crane systems operational and ready for production equipment
Contact us to discuss high-bay crane building construction for your manufacturing operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What crane capacities can you accommodate?
We construct buildings accommodating bridge cranes from 5 tons through 100+ tons. Higher capacities require heavier structure and foundations. We work with crane suppliers during design to ensure buildings meet specific crane requirements.
How does crane service affect building design?
Crane requirements influence column spacing, clear height, foundation design, and structural frame sizing. Crane runway beams and their connections must be designed for repetitive loading. We coordinate crane requirements with structural engineers throughout design.
What clear heights are achievable in crane-ready buildings?
Clear heights of 40-60 feet are achievable depending on crane requirements and structural system. Hook height-the distance from floor to crane hook at highest position-is typically the controlling dimension. We verify clearances meet operational requirements.
Who installs the crane systems?
Crane suppliers typically install bridge cranes and related equipment. We construct crane runways, provide power connections, and coordinate with crane installers. Final crane testing verifies proper runway installation and alignment.
Can crane buildings be constructed as spec buildings?
Crane-ready shells can be constructed with runway beams in place, allowing various crane types to be installed later. This approach provides flexibility for unknown tenants while ensuring building is crane-capable from the start.
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