Home / Services / Montage / Kranen

Industrial cranes: assurance from engineering to certified installation

A new crane system is a complex project with a significant impact on your operations, budget, and safety. The wrong choice leads to inefficiencies and risks. The right choice increases your productivity and ensures continuity. Mennens doesn’t just supply cranes; we take full responsibility for your entire crane project.

Contact our specialists

One partner for the entire process

We provide the assurance of a single partner who manages the entire process, allowing you to focus on your core activities. As your central point of contact, we take full project ownership—from engineering to delivery. You are guaranteed full compliance, with a CE-marked crane and a complete technical file. Thanks to our in-house engineering and production in Groningen, we keep communication lines short and maintain full control over quality. All documentation is digitally secured in your Mennens Certif passport, giving you insight into the entire lifecycle anytime, anywhere.

What is an industrial crane system and why is it a project, not a product?

An industrial crane system is more than just steel. It is a custom-engineered solution that must integrate seamlessly with your building, processes, and people. That’s why we approach it as a project that results in a CE-marked installation in accordance with the Machinery Directive. This means we don’t just build; we ensure a safe and reliable solution by carefully calculating structural integrity and carrying out a comprehensive risk assessment. Based on this, we compile a complete Technical Construction File (TCF). Our specialists then handle safe installation and careful commissioning of the system.

Contact our specialists

A crane system for every application: our solutions

Crane system type	Ideal for	Key features
Overhead cranes	Full coverage of rectangular production halls and workshops	High lifting capacity, efficient use of space, floor remains clear.
Jib cranes	Individual workstations, loading and unloading zones, complement to overhead cranes	Flexible, relatively easy to install, available as wall-mounted or column-mounted.
Gantry cranes	Outdoor areas, buildings without suitable supporting structures, flexible setups	No or limited structural modifications required, mobile.
Monorail systems	Fixed transport routes, production lines, paths with curves and switches	Efficient for linear transport, can follow complex routes.

Your project, our responsibility: the Mennens 7-step plan

1. Consultancy & analysis

Our specialist analyses your lifting requirements and the structural conditions on site.

2. Engineering & design

We translate the analysis into a detailed design and a clear quotation.

3. Structural assessment

Our engineers calculate and validate the crane structure and, where applicable, the crane runway.

4. Production & assembly

Onze VCA-gecertificeerde monteurs installeren de kraan en voeren een volledige functietest uit.

5. Coordination & transport

Wij plannen en coördineren het transport naar jouw locatie.

6. Installation & testing

Our VCA-certified technicians install the crane and carry out a full functional test.

7. Delivery & assurance

You receive a fully operational crane, including a CE declaration and a complete digital file in Mennens Certif.

Your digital crane passport: lifetime assurance with Mennens Certif

A crane has a lifespan of decades, during which numerous inspections and maintenance activities take place. Where do you keep all that documentation? From day one, your crane is assigned a digital passport in Mennens Certif. Here, you can find everything:

The original CE declaration and technical file
All annual EKH inspection reports
Maintenance records and fault reports
Manuals and schematics

This way, during any audit—internal or external—you are fully in control at the push of a button.

Discover Certif

Ready to optimize your internal logistics?

Start configuring your new crane system and receive expert advice from our engineers. Together, we build a safe, efficient, and fully compliant solution that strengthens your operations.

Contact our experts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an annual inspection of my crane really mandatory?

Yes, under the Working Conditions Act, employers are required to have work equipment inspected periodically. For cranes, this is at least once a year. Reference: Working Conditions Act, Article 7.4a.

What is a CE declaration, and will I receive one with my crane?

Yes, every new crane is supplied with an “EC Declaration of Conformity (Annex II A)”. This is the legal document in which we, as the manufacturer, declare that the crane complies with the Machinery Directive.

Does my building need to be modified for an overhead crane?

Often, yes. An overhead crane runs on a runway that is supported by the building structure. Our engineers assess the existing structure and advise on any required modifications.

Where can I find my crane documentation for an audit?

All documents, from the original CE declaration to the latest inspection report, are centrally stored and available 24/7 in your personal Mennens Certif portal.

Lifting KnowHow - File: Steel Wire Rope