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ROI Calculator

Answer 6 quick questions and we'll show you exactly how fast a crane system pays for itself — in real dollars.

Crane TypeStep 1 of 6
Question 01

What type of crane system are you considering?

Each system is designed for different applications. Pick the one that best fits your situation — or the one you're most curious about.

Gantry Crane
Gantry Crane
Portable · Floor-Supported
Portable A-frame on casters — rolls anywhere, no ceiling or wall needed. Available in fixed or adjustable height, aluminum or steel, single-leg, track-mounted, and motorized travel options.
Jib Crane
Jib Crane
Workstation · Fixed Zone
Rotating boom arm for a single workstation. Mounts to a wall, floor column, or freestanding mast. Available articulating, foundationless, wall-traveling, and portable base styles — indoors or out.
Workstation Bridge Crane
Workstation Bridge Crane
Bay Coverage · Overhead
Covers a full rectangular work bay — load moves forward, back, and side to side. Freestanding (no building attachment) or ceiling-mounted. Available in enclosed aluminum track or steel bridge styles.
Industrial Tripod
Industrial Tripod
Portable · Temporary
Three-leg portable lift for jobsites, confined spaces, and maintenance pulls. Aluminum or steel, adjustable height. Sets up in minutes with no permanent installation required.
Your FacilityStep 2 of 6
Question 02

What best describes your facility?

This helps us apply industry-appropriate productivity benchmarks to your estimate.

Manufacturing
Production, assembly, fabrication
Warehouse / Distribution
Storage, fulfillment, logistics
Maintenance / Repair
Service bays, equipment repair
Construction / Contracting
Jobsites, structural work
Shipyard / Railyard
Heavy industrial, marine
Other Industrial
Agricultural, HVAC, utilities
Current ProcessStep 3 of 6
Question 03

How do you currently move heavy loads?

Select all that apply — we'll calculate the costs and risks associated with each method.

Forklift
Forklift
Propane, electric, or gas powered
Manual Labor
Manual Labor
Team lifting, rollers, skates
Rigging / Temporary
Rigging / Temporary
Chain falls, come-alongs
No Equipment Yet
No Equipment Yet
Starting fresh or outsourcing
Your OperationsStep 4 of 6
Question 04

Tell us about your operations

These figures drive your ROI directly. Use averages where exact figures aren't available.

Workers involved in each heavy lift3
How many people does each lift currently require?
Lifts per day8
Average number of heavy material moves per shift
Minutes per lift (current method)25
Setup, move, and cleanup — start to finish
Average worker wage$22
Fully loaded hourly rate including benefits (typically 1.3–1.5× base pay)
Safety & EquipmentStep 5 of 6
Question 05

Safety & additional cost factors

Injuries and equipment costs significantly impact total ROI. Even conservative estimates reveal substantial savings.

Lifting-related injuries per year1
Strains, back injuries, or incidents from manual or rigged lifts
Average cost per injury$28,000
Workers comp, medical, lost productivity (OSHA avg: $28k–$42k)
Forklift operating costs (annual)$0
Fuel, maintenance, certification, insurance — enter $0 if not applicable
Operating days per year250
Business days your facility runs per year
InvestmentStep 6 of 6
Question 06

Which model fits your needs?

Select the option that best matches your application. We'll use the typical investment range for your ROI — or enter a specific amount if you already have a quote.

Time saved per lift with this crane60
Industry average: crane systems reduce lift time by 50–75%
Your Results

Your Crane System ROI Report

Based on your inputs — here's what this investment looks like for your facility.

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Ready to put these numbers to work?

Our team will help you select the right crane system for your exact application and budget — backed by 30+ years of industrial expertise.

Disclaimer: This ROI estimate is based on industry averages and the inputs provided. Actual savings will vary by facility, operation type, crane model, and implementation. Labor savings reflect the time value of recovered worker hours. Injury cost avoidance assumes current incident rates persist without a crane system. Contact B&C Industrial Products for a facility-specific assessment.
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