Optimised Steel and Aluminium Profiles

High-quality closed steel and aluminium profiles form the foundation of high-performance light crane systems, designed to meet a wide range of lifting needs. By combining both materials, it's possible to create crane systems that are perfectly optimised for demanding environments and complex lifting requirements.

Steel profiles offer a high load capacity and lower material cost, making them a cost-effective solution for many industrial applications. However, they are heavier and require more robust suspension structures and installation efforts. To ensure long-term durability, steel profiles are powder-painted or hot-dip galvanized for corrosion resistance.

Aluminium profiles, on the other hand, are lightweight, easy to install, and naturally resistant to corrosion in suitable environments. Although aluminium has a higher material cost and lower load capacity than steel, it is the ideal choice when low weight, ease of handling, and quick installation are key considerations. By selecting the optimal combination of steel and aluminium profiles, each light crane system can be precisely tailored to meet specific performance, installation, and environmental requirements.

With the right combination of profiles, light crane systems can be tailored to meet specific performance, installation, and environmental requirements.

Steel Profiles – Strength and Precision

Steel profiles are available in three sizes: S140, S200, and S260. Manufactured from high-tensile steel, they are designed to handle greater stresses and higher suspension loads. When paired with an SW trolley, they support upward forces up to 300 kg. Each profile is precision-rolled from a single sheet to tight tolerances, with measured camber and opening dimensions, ensuring consistent quality. The steel profiles offer a world-class weight-to-load capacity ratio, combining strength with efficiency. S200 and S260 profiles can also be fitted with an internal conductor rail (ICR) for an integrated power supply.

Aluminium Profiles – Lightweight and Efficient

Aluminium profiles come in four sizes: Alu 2/105, Alu 3/140, Alu 4/180, and Alu 5/220. Made from anodised high-grade aluminium, they are ideal for systems where lightweight construction is crucial. Despite their low weight, they can withstand upward forces of up to 500 kg with a standard trolley. These profiles are engineered for smooth, effortless movement of the hoist and bridge. Alu 4/180 and Alu 5/220 are also compatible with an internal conductor rail (ICR).

Steel Profiles

Aluminium Profiles

Unique Steel Profile Joint – Fast, Accurate, and Maintenance-Free

The steel profile joint features chamfered connection tubes for quick and precise installation—no alignment tools or manual measurements required. The design ensures permanent alignment throughout the crane’s service life, eliminating the need for future adjustments. Thanks to the compact connection system, the joint can be assembled easily even in tight installation spaces. Profiles can be connected in either direction without flipping, further simplifying the process. The result is a perfectly aligned joint that provides a smooth and quiet trolley transition, enhancing usability and reducing wear.

Joint Sets for Aluminium Profiles

Aluminium profile joints utilize bolt-on connection plates on both sides of the profile, enabling quick and secure installation, as well as a smooth trolley transition over the joint.
Two joint set sizes are available:

- For loads up to 500 kg, a set with four bolts
- For loads over 500 kg, a set with eight bolts

This design ensures stable performance and easy assembly, even in demanding light crane applications.

Crane components

Profiles

Trolleys

Electrical solutions

Electrical Movements

Support Structure

Freestanding Support Frame

Articulated Track Suspensions

Tailored solutions

TRACK SWITCH AND CURVE

TURNTABLE

TELESCOPIC CRANE

TRACK LOCK

Get in Touch

Our teams are on hand to help you find the right solutions.

Call us

+358 9 2219 050
8 am – 4 pm (GMT +3)

Write an E-Mail

sales.erikkila@kitocrosby.com
service.erikkila@kitocrosby.com

VISIT US

Masalantie 225,
02430 Masala, Finland

ERIKKILA OY

ERIKKILA OY designs, manufactures, sells, and services light cranes, jib cranes, and portal cranes to improve productivity, safety, and ergonomics. The high-quality, user-friendly solutions meet modern environmental standards and are built for reliability and ease of use. With a focus on quality, fast delivery, and excellent customer service, ERIKKILA OY supports efficient industrial lifting worldwide. Part of the Kito Crosby Group.

Made in Finland

About

Products

© 2025 ERIKKILA OY

TOP