Specific Needs of Aircraft Hangar Operators

Aircraft hangars are characterized by vast open spaces with few if any floor obstructions.  Hangar square footage is expensive and hard to come by, and it is imperative to utilize the floor space optimally.  Plainly stated, the greater the hook coverage, the more productive and profitable the hangar.  Traditional top-running bridge cranes with runway columns, or gantry cranes that require clear travel paths along the floor, have no place in this environment.  

In addition, delicate and high-value aircraft components can be sensitive to jarring movements.  When aircraft uptime is a high priority, overhead lifting equipment must operate reliably, quickly and smoothly.

NAI Solutions for Aircraft Hangars

With over four decades of experience, we have designed, fabricated and installed crane systems in dozens of aircraft hangar projects, for both military and commercial customers.  We bring this rich history and expertise to each new project.  When you work with us on your next aircraft hangar project, you can expect:

• Underhung runway systems that attach directly to horizontal roof truss members, avoiding any floor obstructions
• A choice among multiple truss attachment methodologies to ensure stability, required lift height and compatibility with the truss system
• A variety of end truck-to-runway beam configurations which:
• Optimize the distributed load across the roof truss system; and
• Reduce the deadweight of the crane system
• Our active involvement with your project team members during the building design phase so that the roof truss system, the runway system and the crane system are all designed to maximize hook coverage and minimize cost

Aircraft Hangars