The Machining & Welding Cantilever Jib Crane 12 FT Span is a cantilever style jib crane that rotates around a fixed mast, giving you a 12 foot working span and a 4,000 pound working load limit for a dedicated lifting station.

This style of crane is a common fit for welding bays, tool cribs, and inspection stations where parts need to move a short distance but need to move often.

A reinforced base plate anchors the mast, while the boom is engineered to carry the working load limit at any point along its span, not just close to the mast.

For single-station lifting, a cantilever jib crane is typically faster to install and less expensive than extending an overhead runway system.

This type of lifting equipment is common in facilities that move machinery, structural steel, crates, or bulky components as part of daily operations. Rather than treating each lift as a one-off problem, a dedicated piece of equipment turns it into a routine, repeatable task that any trained operator can complete quickly and safely.

Good lifting practice starts before the load ever leaves the ground: confirm the working load limit fits the job, check that all hardware is in good condition, and keep the load centered to avoid uneven strain on the rigging. These habits matter as much as the equipment itself, and they cost nothing beyond a few extra minutes of attention before each pick, which is a fair trade for a safer shop floor.

Well-built rigging hardware holds its rated capacity through years of regular use, provided it is inspected and stored properly between jobs. A dry, organized storage area away from corrosive chemicals or extreme temperature swings goes a long way toward extending the service life of steel components.

The full spec sheet is below, covering capacity, dimensions, and construction details at a glance.

Order the Machining & Welding Cantilever Jib Crane 12 FT Span and free up your main crane for the jobs that actually need it to travel across the shop.

Product Info:
•  Working Load Limit: 4,000 lbs
•  Boom Span: 12 ft
•  Style: Cantilever, rotating mast
•  Frame Material: Structural steel
•  Shipping Weight: 1035 lbs