We're walking you through the entire process of purchasing an overhead crane system for your facility. This video provides a detailed overview from the initial consultation to getting quotes and making your final selection. Whether you're an Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Production Manager, Purchaser / Buyer, or an EHS Leader looking to understand the process of purchasing your first overhead crane, this guide will help you navigate the purchasing process with confidence.

This is part one of a two-part series. In this first video, we walk you through everything you need to know to get your overhead crane quoted.

What You'll Learn:
• What information to have ready for the initial crane consultation
• Factors crane manufacturers consider in their design and quote
• Typical timeline from consultation to receiving quotes
• Key things to look for when comparing crane quotes
• Negotiating pricing, payment terms, and financing options
• Next steps after selecting your crane supplier

We also discuss budgeting for your overhead crane as a capital expenditure and the importance of partnering with an experienced manufacturer. Check out our other resources like our Overhead Cranes Buyer's Course and eBook linked below for more in-depth information.

In the next video, we will dive into the process of purchasing an overhead crane once you've signed the contract.

If purchasing a new overhead crane system is on your radar, this video will ensure you know what to expect throughout the process. Questions? Drop them in the comments below!

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In this video
0:00 - Intro
0:33 - What are the steps of purchasing an overhead crane?
1:09 - What to expect from an overhead crane consultation
1:36 - What do you need to prepare for an overhead crane consultation?
4:02 - What to know about the initial design of your overhead crane
5:05 - When can you expect your overhead crane proposal?
5:22 - What should you know about getting your overhead crane quote?
5:57 - How to compare overhead crane quotes
7:33 - Negotiating your overhead crane contract
8:33 - Should you finance your overhead crane purchase?
9:07 - What happens after you choose a crane manufacturer?
10:17 - How can you learn more about purchasing an overhead crane?

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