Gorbel 1-Ton Freestanding Workstation Crane System w/ CM Lodestar Hoist

Manufacturer: Gorbel (Ergonomic Workstation Crane Division)

Capacity: 2,000 lbs (1 Ton / 1,000 kg)

Bridge Span: 17 Feet

Runway Length: 57 Feet Continuous Travel

Crane Type: Freestanding Enclosed Track Workstation Overhead Bridge Crane

Bridge Construction: Light Aluminum or Cold-Rolled Steel Enclosed Track Profile

Hoist Unit: 1-Ton CM Lodestar Industrial Electric Chain Hoist

Controls: Wire-Hung Push-Button Pendant Control Station

Overview

Up for sale is a complete Gorbel 1-Ton Freestanding Workstation Bridge Crane System featuring a 17-foot bridge span and an extensive 57-foot continuous runway footprint. Gorbel is widely recognized as the premier manufacturer of enclosed-track ergonomic workstation cranes, engineered to offer smooth rolling resistance (less than 100:1 ratio) so operators can position heavy loads manually with minimal physical push/pull force.

This system is paired with a heavy-duty 1-Ton CM Lodestar Electric Chain Hoist (Columbus McKinnon)—the gold standard for industrial overhead lifting. Because this is a freestanding modular structure, it anchors directly to a standard 6" reinforced concrete floor, eliminating the need for building structural steel ties or ceiling truss modifications.

Key Specifications

• Lifting Capacity: 2,000 lbs (1 Ton)
• Bridge Span: 17 Feet
• Runway Travel Length: 57 Feet (114 Total Lineal Feet of Enclosed Runway Track)
• Structure Type: Freestanding Tubular Steel Support Columns & Headers
• Track Profile: Gorbel High-Strength Cold-Rolled Enclosed Track (Tarca / Steel Profile)
• Hoist Model: CM Lodestar (Columbus McKinnon 1-Ton Industrial Series)
• Lift Height: 10 Feet to 15 Feet (Standard Workstation Hook Height)
• Trolley / End Trucks: Dual-Wheel Ergonomic Low-Friction Articulating End Trucks
• Operation: Motorized Hoist Elevation with Manual Low-Friction Bridge & Trolley Travel

Features & System Highlights

• Gorbel Ergonomic Enclosed Track: Enclosed track design protects running surfaces from dirt, dust, and debris accumulation, ensuring smooth, effort-free trolley movement across the entire 57-foot bay.
• Industry-Standard CM Lodestar Hoist: Includes a 1-ton CM Lodestar electric chain hoist featuring oil-bath lubrication, heavy-duty motor brake, thermal overload protection, and high-duty-cycle operation.
• Modular Freestanding Frame: Simple bolt-together structural support frame mounts directly to existing factory floors without requiring roof-truss re-engineering or structural building ties.
• Expansive 57' Coverage Area: Provides nearly 1,000 square feet (969 sq ft) of complete overhead coverage for assembly lines, CNC machining cells, or material staging bays