Automated Crane Systems
Crane automation transforms how New Zealand businesses handle material movement.
Whether you’re automating an existing overhead or gantry crane, installing a complete workshop crane system from scratch, or upgrading outdated technology, we’ve got the expertise to keep your operation moving safely and efficiently.
Ready to discuss automated crane systems for your facility? Contact NCT for a
crane inspection today.
Benefits of Crane Automation
Enhanced Safety and Risk Reduction
Automated systems eliminate the most common causes of crane accidents: operator fatigue, human error, and misjudgment.
Your crane follows precise, pre-programmed paths every single time, removing the risk of collisions, dropped loads, or unsafe manoeuvres. For your team, this means fewer near-misses, reduced WorkSafe notifications, and most importantly, everyone goes home safe at the end of the day.
Increased Productivity and Precision
Automatic crane systems maintain consistent cycle times throughout every shift and position loads with millimetre precision, time after time. This consistency is game-changing for businesses that handle expensive materials or operations requiring precise placement, whether you're operating overhead cranes in manufacturing facilities, gantry cranes in warehouses, or workshop cranes in fabrication environments.
Significant Cost Savings and ROI
Crane automation will help reduce labour costs, eliminate overtime expenses, and minimise product damage from handling errors.
Instead of wear and tear from aggressive handling or poor technique, automated systems will also help extend your crane’s lifespan through consistent, optimised operation.
Solve Staffing Challenges
Instead of facing challenges with operator availability or shift coverage, your automation system handles routine movements autonomously, freeing up skilled staff for more complex tasks that genuinely require human expertise.
New Automation Installation
Our team works with all crane brands and configurations, designing and installing complete automated crane systems tailored to your requirements.
Automation Upgrades
We specialise in retrofitting existing cranes at a fraction of the cost of complete replacement.
Whether you're adding overhead crane automation to manual systems or upgrading outdated technology, our electricians assess your system, identify upgrade opportunities, and implement automation solutions that work with your existing infrastructure.
Maintenance and Repairs
Our maintenance services keep your automatic crane system running at peak performance through scheduled inspections, while our emergency crane repair team provides fast support when breakdowns happen.
Why Choose NCT?
Crane automation isn’t just about mechanics; it’s a fundamentally electrical and control systems challenge. That’s why every member of our team is a qualified electrician who understands automatic systems at a level that mechanical-only crane companies simply can’t match.
Our 60 years of combined industry experience also means that we have the depth of knowledge to anticipate challenges before they arise, design solutions that stand the test of time, and troubleshoot problems efficiently.
Response time matters when automated systems go down, which is why our crane repair company offers emergency response solutions anywhere in Auckland within 2 hours. Instead of being a single-faceted installation or maintenance provider, we offer complete lifecycle support for your automated gantry cranes, overhead crane automation systems, and more. This comprehensive approach means better integration, clearer communication, and a single point of accountability.
Whether you’re exploring automation for the first time, need better support for existing systems, or require
hydraulic crane service, get in touch with NCT for a free consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does crane automation installation take?
The duration depends on the complexity of your project and various factors, including the type of automation being implemented, whether we’re working with existing equipment or new installations, the level of system integration required, and your facility’s operational constraints.
During your initial consultation with us, we’ll provide a realistic timeline specific to your project.
What’s the ROI on crane automation?
The return on investment varies significantly based on your specific operation. Still, the business case typically stacks up quickly for companies that run multiple shifts or handle high load volumes.
The ROI comes from multiple sources working together. Labour cost reduction is often the most substantial—an automated gantry crane or overhead crane automation system can reduce or eliminate the need for dedicated crane operators across shifts. But the savings extend well beyond wages.
You'll see reductions in product damage from handling errors, lower maintenance costs from consistent equipment operation, reduced building and racking damage, and the elimination of premium overtime rates for extended operations.
Do you service all brands of automatic crane systems?
Absolutely. Our electricians are trained on automation technologies and control systems used across the industry, including overhead, gantry, and workshop cranes. This enables us to work with all major crane brands and support your entire operation.
