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Straddle Carrier

We design and manufacture custom straddle carriers for heavy-load transport and handling across industrial and logistics sites, covering a wide range of load capacities and configurations—for safe, efficient movement of oversized and high-value cargo.
Straddle Carrier

Versatile heavy- load handling

Straddle Carriers engineered for strength and flexibility in demanding environments. Fully customizable—capacity, dimensions, layout, and powertrain—they adapt to any site and workflow.

Available in single-girder for linear loads or double-girder for bulky, irregular cargo, with options such as telescopic solutions, electronic steering, extreme-condition protection, and fully electric versions.
Designed for civil and industrial projects, nuclear and renewable energy, logistics, offshore, and intermodal operations.

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Straddle Carrier Range & Key Features

LIFTING TROLLEYS

Trolleysmoving alongthe top beam(s) to displace the max load.

STRUCTURE

100% manufactured in Cimolai Technology’s workshops in Italy, steel plates come exclusively from primary European Companies. The structure is designed as per the latest FEM and UNI EN standards and is made of box girders with inner stiffening elements, optimizing the structural resistance.

RUBBER TIRES

Suitablefor heavy-duty work conditions. Air inflated, water or foam filled.

POWER UNIT

Sound-proofed power unit with large inspection lids for easy access and maintenance.

LIFTING TROLLEYS

Trolleysmoving alongthe top beam(s) to displace the max load.

STRUCTURE

100% manufactured in Cimolai Technology’s workshops in Italy, steel plates come exclusively from primary European Companies. The structure is designed as per the latest FEM and UNI EN standards and is made of box girders with inner stiffening elements, optimizing the structural resistance.

RUBBER TIRES

Suitablefor heavy-duty work conditions. Air inflated, water or foam filled.

POWER UNIT

Sound-proofed power unit with large inspection lids for easy access and maintenance.

Smart design, flexible performance.

Extendable in width or height to accommodate loads of varying sizes

The telescopic version of our straddle carrier allows you to increase or reduce the height width quickly and accurately.

A key advantage is the ability to reduce the height width even at full load, enabling a fast switch from the open to the closed configuration without intermediate steps.
This makes it easier and faster to move through tight spaces and optimize storage.

HYDRAULICALLY ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT

Telescopic legs to vary the machine's height (with load suspended) and then fit into shed doors and provide alternative / additional lifting stroke

HYDRAULICALLY ADJUSTABLE TRACK

Telescopic transversal beam to vary the machine's track (with load suspended) and then fit to different dock spans, to enter shed doors and to optimize parking space

Structure

100% manufactured in Cimolai Technology’s workshops in Italy, steel plates come exclusively from primary European Companies. The structure is designed as per the latest FEM and UNI EN standards and is made of box girders with inner stiffening elements, optimizing the structural resistance.

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Technical Specifications

Steering & Drive System
  • High-performance drive for frequent cycles and heavy-duty yard operations
  • Multiple steering modes, including crab steering for precise positioning
  • Service + emergency braking with controlled deceleration
Control System & Operator Interface
  • PLC-based controls with onboard diagnostics
  • Intuitive HMI display for parameters, alarms, and operating status
  • Remote control configuration
Safety Systems & Maintenance
  • Emergency stop circuit and operating interlocks
  • Stability and handling protections with alarm management
  • Easy-access service points and fault log for faster maintenance
Structure & Lifting System
  • Heavy-duty steel structure with corrosion protection
  • Integrated lifting/spreader system for stable, repeatable handling
  • Designed to match load characteristics and yard layout constraints
Optional Features
  • Full Electric / hybrid solutions
  • Telescopic configuration option for extended operating range
  • Command post with different operating configurations

Optional

ELECTRIC DRIVE
Full electric drive machine with zero emission and guaranteed power.
COMMAND POST

Different solutions available:

  • Command cabin(s): possibility of controlled-temperature heating or air-conditioning systems 
  • Open cockpit
EQUALIZING SYSTEM FOR UNEVEN TERRAIN

Pivot trunnion to cope with antithetic slopes or uneven surfaces allowing the machine to work always in isostatic conditions

MAINTENANCE ACCESS
Stairs, walkways and ladders for easy access during maintenance operations
REMOTE ASSISTANCE AND DIAGNOSIS
In-house developed software and GSM or Wi- Fi connection to supervise the machine status in real time from our after-sales office and promptly assist the customer’s operators on site.
LIFTING SPREADERS
  • Wide range of spreaders for a better picking of the concrete elements.
  • Long, fixed and telescopic spreaders for beams.
  • Compact, mechanical or hydraulic.
  • Customized spreaders for segments.
  • Customized spreaders as per the customer needs.
WEIGHING SYSTEM

With dedicated load cells to display the total weight as well as the weight lifted by each lifting line

HYDRAULICALLY ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT
Telescopic legs to vary the machine’s height (with load suspended) and then fit into shed doors and provide alternative / additional lifting stroke.
HYDRAULICALLY ADJUSTABLE TRACK
Telescopic transversal beam to vary the machine’s track (with load suspended) and then fit to different dock spans, to enter shed doors and to optimize parking space.
COMMAND POST

Different solutions available:

  • Command cabin(s): possibility of controlled-temperature heating or air-conditioning systems
  • Open cockpit
ELECTRIC DRIVE

Full electric drive machine with zero emission and guaranteed power

WEIGHING SYSTEM

With dedicated load cells to display the total weight as well as the weight lifted by each lifting line

EQUALIZING SYSTEM FOR UNEVEN TERRAIN
Pivot trunnion to cope with antithetic slopes or uneven surfaces allowing the machine to work always in isostatic conditions
MAINTENANCE ACCESS
Stairs, walkways and ladders for easy access during maintenance operations
REMOTE ASSISTANCE AND DIAGNOSIS
In-house developed software and GSM or Wi- Fi connection to supervise the machine status in real time from our after-sales office and promptly assist the customer’s operators on site
LIFTING SPREADERS

Wide range of spreaders for a better picking of the concrete elements.
Long, fixed and telescopic spreaders for beams.
Compact, mechanical or hydraulic. Customized spreaders for segments.
Customized spreaders as per the customer needs

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Straddle Carrier Applications

Straddle Carriers are used to lift, move, and position heavy loads safely and efficiently across multiple industries.
Configurable for different cargo, layouts, and operating conditions.

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