Davit cranes - Davits
Davit cranes: compact lifting solutions for hard-to-reach areas
Davit cranes are compact, swivelling lifting systems designed for safely lifting and moving loads in locations where a standard crane installation does not fit. Typical applications include rooftops, quays, sewage pumping stations, water treatment plants, vessels and technical rooms.
At Mennens, we combine many years of experience in lifting and hoisting technology with a carefully selected range of davit cranes. This ensures you get a safe and practical solution that fits your specific situation.
What is a davit crane?
A davit crane consists of a vertical mast, a swivelling jib and a fixed or mobile base. In combination with a manual or electric winch/hoist, you can move loads in a controlled way over an edge, shaft or body of water. Many systems are demountable or portable, allowing you to use a single crane at multiple lifting points.
Applications of davit cranes
Davit cranes are used in, among others:
- Water and wastewater facilities
Lifting pumps, screens and fittings out of pits, tanks and basins. - Maintenance and service
Moving motors, HVAC units, compressors and other components on rooftops and in technical rooms. - Marine & offshore
Loading and unloading materials on ships, pontoons and offshore installations. - Construction & industry
Lifting loads in hard-to-reach locations where a mobile crane cannot be used.
For specific applications, there are davit systems also suitable as fall protection, rescue or access systems for confined spaces.
Advantages of a davit crane
- Compact and space-saving
- Quick to assemble and relocate (demountable/mobile versions)
- Safe load handling over edges, shafts and water
- Cost-efficient alternative to fixed crane structures
- Available in various WLL classes, jib reaches, materials (steel, stainless steel, aluminium) and with suitable winch/hoist options
Advice, inspection and maintenance by Mennens
Selecting the right davit crane requires attention to load, reach, mounting method, environment and applicable standards. Our specialists support you with:
- determining the correct capacity and configuration;
- selecting the base structure and lifting device (winch/hoist);
- complying with relevant standards and HSE requirements;
- periodic inspections and maintenance.
This keeps your installation safe, reliable and compliant with legislation and regulations.
Looking for the right davit crane?
Want to know which davit crane best suits your application? Contact Mennens or send us the details of your lifting situation (load, reach, environment and mounting point). Our specialists will be happy to advise you and provide a tailored quotation.
