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Planetary Gearbox Manufacturer
For Cranes, Hoists, And Lifting Equipment

Precision-engineered planetary gearboxes delivering maximum torque density, reliability, and efficiency for the world's most demanding lifting and material-handling applications.

🏭 ISO-Certified · 15+ Years · 60+ Countries

Planetary Gearboxes for Cranes & Lifting Equipment

Explore our core planetary gearbox solutions engineered specifically for crane hoisting, hoist drum drives, and heavy lifting systems—built for maximum load capacity and operational safety.

15+
Years of Industry Experience
60+
Countries Served Globally
80,000㎡
Manufacturing Facility
500+
Gearbox Models Available
About HZPT - Planetary Gearbox Manufacturer
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About HZPT

Your Trusted Partner in Precision Gearbox Solutions

HANGZHOU EVER-POWER TRANSMISSION CO., LTD. (HZPT) is a leading manufacturer and global supplier of high-performance gearboxes, specializing in the design, development, and production of industrial and agricultural transmission systems. With over 15 years of experience in the power transmission industry, HZPT has grown into a modern enterprise integrating R&D, manufacturing, sales, and service, serving customers in more than 60 countries across Asia, Europe, North America, and Africa.

Our manufacturing base spans over 80,000 square meters, equipped with advanced CNC machining centers, precision gear grinding machines, automated assembly lines, and state-of-the-art testing facilities. We operate a fully integrated production system that ensures consistent quality from raw material sourcing to final product delivery.

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Global Market for Planetary Gearboxes in Lifting Equipment

A Rapidly Expanding Industrial Sector

The global planetary gearbox market for cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment is projected to surpass USD 6.8 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of over 5.4%. This growth is driven by surging infrastructure investment, port expansion, smart factory construction, and the rapid adoption of automated material-handling systems across manufacturing, logistics, and construction sectors.

As lifting systems become more sophisticated—integrating IoT sensors, variable-frequency drives, and predictive maintenance platforms—the demand for precision planetary gearboxes with higher torque density, lower backlash, and longer service life continues to accelerate.

  • Global crane and hoist market valued at USD 43+ billion and growing
  • Asia-Pacific leads demand, driven by China, India, and Southeast Asia infrastructure boom
  • Electric hoists replacing hydraulic systems, increasing need for high-efficiency gearboxes
  • Smart port automation creating demand for precision slewing and travel drive gearboxes
  • Offshore wind installation vessels requiring ultra-heavy-lift crane gearboxes
  • Stringent safety regulations (FEM, ISO, ASME) pushing for certified precision components
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Construction Crane Drives

Tower cranes, mobile cranes, and crawler cranes rely on planetary gearboxes for hoist, slew, and travel motions—demanding peak torque up to 500 kNm.

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Port & Marine Hoisting

Ship-to-shore cranes, RTG cranes, and offshore lifting platforms operate in corrosive marine environments requiring sealed, high-IP-rated gearboxes.

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Industrial Overhead Hoists

Electric chain hoists and wire rope hoists in automotive, steel, and aerospace plants demand compact, lightweight planetary reducers with S3–S5 duty cycles.

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Offshore & Energy Sector

Subsea installation equipment, offshore platform cranes, and wind turbine installation vessels require explosion-proof and corrosion-resistant gear solutions.

Key Development Trends in Crane & Hoist Gearbox Technology

The planetary gearbox manufacturing sector is undergoing rapid transformation, shaped by digitalization, sustainability mandates, and next-generation lifting system architectures.

Deep-Dive: Planetary Gearbox Applications in Cranes, Hoists & Lifting

From tower crane hoist drums to subsea lifting winches, planetary gearboxes are the critical power transmission heart of every modern lifting system. Here's how our solutions perform across the most demanding real-world scenarios.

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Tower Crane Hoist Drum Drive
Tower crane hoist mechanisms require planetary gearboxes capable of handling M5–M8 duty classes with frequent load cycles. Our multi-stage planetary reducers deliver gear ratios from 25:1 to 500:1 with integrated fail-safe braking, enabling precise load positioning at heights exceeding 300 meters.
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Crane Slewing Ring Drive
Slewing drives for tower cranes and mobile cranes demand planetary gearboxes with zero-backlash output, high tilting moment resistance, and smooth low-speed rotation. Our helical-planetary slewing reducers support 360° continuous rotation under full load with positioning accuracy within ±0.05°.
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Overhead & Bridge Crane Travel Drive
Long-travel bridge cranes in steel mills and automotive plants require synchronized dual-drive systems. Our parallel-shaft planetary gearboxes provide matched speed outputs, anti-sway load control, and IP65-rated sealing for dusty and high-temperature industrial environments.
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Ship-to-Shore & RTG Port Cranes
Port container cranes operate 24/7 in salt-air environments with cycle rates exceeding 30 lifts per hour. Our marine-grade planetary gearboxes feature stainless steel shafts, synthetic lubricants, and triple-lip seals to achieve 25,000+ operating hours between overhauls in port applications.
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Jump Form Construction Lifting
High-rise construction jump form systems use screw jack gearboxes to synchronously lift formwork platforms weighing hundreds of tonnes. Our SWL series screw jack planetary gearboxes provide self-locking capability, precise stroke control, and overload protection for safe vertical climbing operations.
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Offshore Crane & Winch Systems
Offshore installation cranes and subsea winches face extreme shock loads, wave-induced dynamic forces, and corrosive seawater exposure. Our ATEX-certified planetary gearboxes with stainless steel housing options deliver reliable operation in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas on oil platforms and wind installation vessels.

Application Industry

HZPT planetary gearboxes power critical systems across the world's most demanding industrial sectors—from construction sites to renewable energy installations.

Application 1-agricultural

Agricultural Machinery

No diversions—just decades of refining helical, planetary, and parallel-shaft gearboxes for industrial applications. Our agricultural gearboxes power combine harvesters, irrigation drives, and tractor PTOs with unmatched durability in field conditions.

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Application 2-New energy

Renewable Energy (Wind Power)

Planetary gearboxes are at the heart of wind turbine systems, driving yaw and pitch mechanisms that optimize blade angle and nacelle orientation. Built for 20+ years of maintenance-free operation in extreme environments.

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Application 3-Precision Automation

Industrial Automation & CNC

From robotic arms to high-speed CNC lathes and machining centers, our low-backlash planetary gearboxes ensure micron-level positioning accuracy, smooth motion control, and long-term repeatability in automated production lines.

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Application 4-Construction industry

Construction & Heavy Equipment

Used in cranes, excavators, concrete mixers, and pile drivers, our rugged helical and planetary gearboxes handle heavy loads, frequent starts/stops, and harsh job-site conditions—ensuring durability where failure is not an option.

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Why HZPT Is the Preferred Planetary Gearbox Manufacturer for Lifting Equipment OEMs

From engineering design to after-sales support, HZPT delivers a complete value chain that sets the benchmark for planetary gearbox quality in the crane and hoist industry.

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Advanced R&D Capability
Dedicated engineering team with FEA simulation, gear life prediction software, and rapid prototyping capability for custom crane gearbox designs.
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Integrated Manufacturing
80,000 m² facility with CNC gear hobbing, profile grinding, case hardening, and automated assembly—full control over quality at every stage.
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Global Certifications
ISO 9001, CE, FCC certified products meeting FEM, ISO 4301, and ASME standards required by international crane and hoist OEMs and end users.
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Global Supply & Support
Established logistics network serving 60+ countries with fast lead times, regional spare parts inventory, and multilingual technical support teams.
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Custom Engineering
Tailored planetary gearbox solutions for non-standard crane configurations, special mounting arrangements, and unique duty cycle requirements.
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Competitive Pricing
Direct-from-manufacturer pricing with transparent quotation processes, volume discount programs, and flexible OEM/ODM partnership models.
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Rigorous Testing
Every gearbox undergoes no-load and load testing, noise/vibration analysis, and leak testing before shipment—backed by full inspection reports.
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Reliable Delivery
Standardized models available from stock with 3–7 day lead times; custom orders fulfilled within 25–45 days with real-time production tracking.

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Complete Gearbox Solutions for Every Lifting & Industrial Application

Beyond crane and hoist gearboxes, HZPT offers a comprehensive portfolio of precision transmission solutions for industrial, agricultural, and energy applications worldwide.