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Top 10 Trusted Overhead Crane Suppliers in Malaysia for 2025: Help You Make the Right Choice
Date: 25 Apr, 2025
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Bridge cranes are used in a wide range of industrial environments, providing an efficient and safe solution for heavy-duty material handling, while reducing labour costs and optimising plant space utilisation. With the rapid development of Malaysia’s manufacturing, logistics and mining industries, the demand for high-performance overhead travelling cranes continues to rise, and the competition for suppliers is becoming increasingly fierce. Based on the evaluation indexes of ‘brand influence, social media index and company establishment years’, this article counts down the Top 10 overhead crane suppliers in Malaysia, and the following is the list of Top 10 suppliers after comprehensive evaluation (in no particular order), together with the year of establishment and the citation of official website ‘About Us’ page.
Established in 1992, Liftech Engineering offers comprehensive crane products such as jib cranes, monorail cranes, gantry cranes, overhead cranes services, goods hoist lifts and many more products across Malaysia and South East Asia. For over 30 years, Liftech Engineering has built a notable reputation for providing top-notch quality and excellent services to our clients.
We are equipped with a highly advanced facility that is capable enough to cater for the continuous production of crane fabrication for all our branches and partners. We currently have branches in Penang, Ipoh, Johor, Kuantan and Kota Kinabalu, as well as our production facilities for cranes in Kuala Lumpur, Taiping & Perak.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 1992
Social Media Index: LinkedIn 150 Followers, Facebook 1419 Fans, content is based on project cases.
Main Products
Mainly engaged in Gantry Crane, Single/Double Girder Overhead Crane, Wire Rope & Chain Hoist, Freight Lift, etc.
Additional hydraulic lifting platforms, car park lifting systems and other supporting material handling solutions. Lifting Systems
Expertise
Covering General Manufacturing, Logistics & Warehousing, Palm Oil Processing & Mining, with service outlets in many countries in Southeast Asia
Brand Influence
With branches in many locations throughout Malaysia (Ipoh, Penang, Johor, Kuantan, Sarawak, Sabah, etc.), with fast regional service response.
The history of Growa was set back in year 1993. Our company is headquartered in Singapore with offices in Malaysia, Batam and Indonesia. We also take pride as we are genuinely supported by other reputed international industrial product manufacturer, agencies and subsidiaries.
Besides, we developed a range of complete electromechanical hoisting equipment for the usage of heavy industrial cranes with capacity between 100 kilograms to 50 tonnes. Our company is always ready to supply our valued customers with our best lifting solutions to complement to their requirements in this area.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 1993
Social Media Index: 297 fans on Facebook, internationalised design on the official website, but only 6 followers on LinkedIn.
Main Products
Manufacturer of electric chain hoists and wire rope hoists with capacities of 100 kg-50 t, as well as single girder/double girder overhead travelling cranes, gantry cranes, jib cranes, etc.
Covers the supply of control stations, limit switches, slip rings, and accessories for various brands
Speciality Industries
Property development and large-scale construction, ports and logistics warehousing, manufacturing and heavy industry, steel, petrochemicals, assembly line and heavy equipment maintenance, etc.
Brand Influence
Headquartered in Singapore, with close regional presence in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) and Batam (Indonesia) since 2000. Service Network
Self-proclaimed ‘Total Solution Provider of Heavy Lifting and Material Handling', emphasising the three core competencies of ‘Quality, Safety and Timeliness'.
“TOP-MECH” is a brand name with more than 100 years of history behind it. Products include industrial cranes (bridge crane, gantry crane, jib crane), hoists and winch, construction machinery (truck cranes, crawler cranes,), lifting platforms and so on.
Company Information
Year Established: 1989 (speculated by FB account TOPMECH1989)
Social Media Index: LinkedIn 1000 followers (top of the list), Facebook 1516 fans, medium interaction rate.
Main products
Product line covers Overhead Travelling Crane, Underhung Crane, Gantry Crane, Jib Crane, Monorail Crane and more! Various equipment
Specialised industries
Widely served in building construction, aerial work, industrial maintenance and installation, and large-scale engineering projects
Brand influence
A ‘century’ of branding (claiming 100+ years of experience) and a record for the largest single 400 tonne motorised bridge on 3 March 2025
VME Group (VME) was founded by its Managing Director, Mr Adrian K.F. Chee, in 1996 under VME Material Handling Sdn Bhd, a private limited company, with its present headquarters cum service centre in Jalan Kasawari, KAWASAN PERUSAHAAN KEBUN BARU, Selangor, Malaysia.
VME's principal activities involved crane manufacturing and trading of aluminium trusses as well as materials handling equipment that cover hoists, winches, gantry cranes, overhead travelling cranes including jib cranes and other related accessories.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 1996
Social Media Index: 381 followers on LinkedIn, fewer fans (62) on Facebook, but strong professionalism on the official website and outstanding reputation in the industry.
Main Products
Product line includes overhead cranes, gantry cranes, electric flat cranes, special explosion-proof cranes, refurbishment and upgrading services, etc.
High-temperature/corrosion-resistant overhead cranes, customised material handling systems
Speciality Industries
Services cover diverse scenarios such as mining, manufacturing, port logistics, heavy industry, oil and gas Oil & Gas, Water Treatment, Recreation and Public Facilities
Brand Influence
28 years of localisation, recognised as ‘Malaysia’s Top Material Handling Company', technology adapted to tropical climates, and a wide range of customers.
NHS was established in 1991 by a group of young professionals specialized in engineering design and fabrication including material handling systems such as Electric Overhead Traveling Cranes with all of its supporting steel fabrication, Goodshoist, Scissors Lift and other relevant material handling equipments. Our Company's philosophy emphasized on delivering high quality and reliable products while providing a good after sales service. With this strong belief, it has made NHS info one of the most reputated material handling equipment supplier in Malaysia for over two decades.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 1991
Background of Incorporation: Established under the Malaysian Companies Act 1965 and reorganised in 2001 to take over the whole group’s business
Social Media Index: 16 followers on LinkedIn and 9 fans on Facebook.
Main Products
Manufacturer of Overhead Travelling Crane, Wire Rope & Chain Hoist, Cargo Lift, Scissor Lift Table, Dock Lift Platform, etc.
Highly accurate engineering design and integrated solution for imported equipments
Speciality Industry
Specialised in high precision steel structure manufacturing and engineering with technical support from Nippon Hoist and 7 Oceans Inc. in Japan; experienced in shipyards, aluminium foils, semiconductors, aerospace and precision instrumentation
Brand Influence
Since 1991, we have been working for Nippon Hoist since 1991. Brand influence – Exclusive distributor of Nippon Hoist in Malaysia since 1991, with a total of 400+ systems installed/year.
Years of history, high authority in the industry, and a solid historical position.
Seratech Systems (M) Sdn. Bhd., also known as STS Hoist, is a crane manufacturer and also a licensee partner for Munck Cranes AS, Norway, to market Munck hoists and cranes components in Malaysia. STS also joint venture with our China partner and technical support From ABM Germany to manufacturing our house brand “STS Hoist” in China. STS Hoist are using ABM motor and gearbox from Germany. STS also ventures into other products, such as: Goods-hoists system, monorail systems, Hydraulic Scissors lifter, Dock Leveler, Conveyor systems and other custom make engineering products which related to Material Handling needs.
STS had built a wide range of comprehensive cranes and hoists which accredited by local authority JKKP by granted STS a manufacturing license.
Company Information
Social Media Index: 60 followers on LinkedIn, 248 fans on Facebook, content focuses on international cases.
Main products
Norwegian Munck brand high-end cranes, intelligent control systems
Including overhead cranes, gantry cranes, jib cranes, electric hoists, crane accessories, etc.
Specialised industries
General engineering manufacturing, oil and gas, power plants, water treatment plants, foundries, steel mills, Automotive assembly plants, food and beverage, electronics, pharmaceuticals, aircraft hangars, etc.
Brand Influence
With DOSH/JKKP registration (BT 86/064), we have gained the trust of our customers through our international brand endorsement and localised services.
MultiCrane Industries Sdn Bhd is a leading material handling equipment manufacturer of overhead crane, gantry crane, double girder crane, NOMAD crane, overhead travelling crane, slewing jib crane, underhung travelling crane and goods hoist since its incorporation in 2001 with activities of engineering services as manufacturer, fabricator, upgrading, maintenance and servicing for all cranes.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 2001
Social Media Index: LinkedIn 27 attention, official website case display rich.
Powertechnic is a trusted overhead crane company Malaysia, known for delivering high-quality solutions to factory owners and industrial businesses. With over 20 years of experience, Powertechnic has built a strong reputation for providing reliable and efficient cranes that enhance operational workflows. Their expertise and professionalism ensure that every crane installation meets industry standards, giving business owners the confidence to optimize their factory processes.
As a leading crane supplier in Malaysia, Powertechnic offers tailor-made solutions designed to meet the unique needs of various industries.
Company Information
Years of experience: over 20 years
JKKP Licence: Holds DOSH/JKKP safety licence
Social Media Index: 161 LinkedIn followers, 965 Facebook fans, with content focusing on product technology.
Main Products
Standardised overhead travelling crane, gantry crane, jib crane, lifting platform and other high compliance industrial equipment
Speciality
24/7 exception response and spare parts support for factory automation, logistics and warehousing, and heavy manufacturing
Brand Influence
Known as ‘The Trustworthy Bridge Crane Company’, we have won the favour of many industrial companies with our 20 years of professional accumulation
Excellift is a global provider of professional services in the design, manufacturing, installation, operation and maintenance of lifting and material handling equipment for oil and gas (both on-shore and off-shore), utility and general industrial sectors. Manufacturing center is located in Malaysia, east of Strait of Melacca, which enjoys a unique geographical advantage for international cargo transportation. In the early 1990s, few enthusiastic pioneers with profound knowledge in crane line founded EXCELLIFT and from there on the company has expanded to become what it is today. Products are designed to any of the following standards: BS, DIN, EN, FEM, ASME and to other standards requested by the customers, making us a popular cane and material handling supplier worldwide.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: Early 1990s
Social Media Index: LinkedIn 383 Followers, Facebook 1040 Fans, Internationalised Content, Active Interaction.
Main Products
Specialised in explosion-proof cranes, waste grabbers, offshore material handling systems and a full range of bridge cranes (single/double girder, underslung, open hoists, gantries, jibs).
Expertise
Focus on oil & gas (onshore/offshore), utilities and general industry, with a number of international EPC projects (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Mexico, etc.). )
Brand Influence
Globalised project experience, recognised by international clients, strong expertise in niche areas.
Paxton Engineering Sdn Bhd was founded in Johor Bahru in 1979 by Henry Ho, initially specializing in the trading and servicing of lifting equipment. Today, Paxton Engineering has since evolved to become a leading lifting solutions provider in Johor with over 30 years of experience enjoying success both locally and internationally.
Paxton Engineering's clientele range from companies specializing in parts machining, steel fabricators, concrete precasting, steel suppliers, shipyards, and desalination plants. Products include Overhead Crane, Gantry Crane, JIB Crane, A-Crane, C-Crane, Monorail Crane, Semi-Portal Crane, Good Hoist and other lifting solutions.
Company Information
Year of Establishment: 1979
Headquarter/Factory: 3.5 acres of own factory in Johor Bahru
Social Media Index: No LinkedIn/FB account, relies on traditional word-of-mouth
Main Products
Products include overhead cranes, gantry cranes, jib cranes, A/C type, C type, monorail, semi-gantry and cargo hoists
Specialised Industries
Services include shipyards (Sembcorp Marine), shipbuilding, steel structures, precast concrete, desalination, and other heavy industry projects
Brand Influence
45 years of local experience, one of the oldest local suppliers in Malaysia, strong regional customer focus.
Highlights of the list:
Dominated by local enterprises: 9 out of the Top 10 are local Malaysian brands, with established companies such as VME and Paxton relying on their history to occupy the top spot.
International agency penetration: STS (represented by Munck of Norway) and Growa (Singaporean background) share the high-end market through technological differentiation.
Kuangshan Crane is a professional manufacturer and service provider of cranes and material handling products, integrating research and development, design, manufacturing, sales and service to provide customers with total solutions and full life cycle services. Kuangshan Crane has always been committed to the intelligent, green, high-quality development of the crane industry, leading the participation in the development and implementation of industry standards, and providing the highest cost-effective products and services for Tens of thousands of customers in 122 countries around the world to provide the most cost-effective products and services. Achieve annual revenue of more than 10 billion. At present, Kuangshan Crane has achieved remarkable results in more than 50 professional fields, such as aerospace, automobile and shipbuilding, petrochemical, railway, iron and steel smelting, machinery manufacturing and waste incineration treatment, etc. In 2024, all kinds of lifting equipment will achieve an annual output and sales of more than 128,000 units (sets).
Company Information
Headquarters: Changyuan City, Xinxiang City, Henan Province, China.
Established: Kuangshan Crane was founded in 2002, initially as a joint-stock industrial enterprise.
Global presence: Although the company’s main business is concentrated in China, it covers the global market through a network of distributors and sells its products in more than 120 countries.
Company Scale
Number of Employees: The company currently employs more than 2,700 people.
Production Base: The company covers an area of 680,000 square metres, with 2,000 sets of all kinds of processing and testing equipments, capable of completing more than 20 all processes, such as turning, milling, planing, grinding, pulling, boring, rolling, drilling, stamping, cutting, bending, coiling, riveting and welding, testing and heat treatment, and so on.
Annual output: over 100,000 units.
Main Products
The products cover a wide range of products, including: single girder and double girder bridge cranes, suitable for various industrial environments, gantry cranes, electric hoists: provide efficient lifting solutions for light and medium duty material handling, speciality cranes, such as metallurgical cranes, nuclear power plant cranes and explosion-proof cranes. And crane accessories, hoisting mechanism, operating mechanism, electrical mechanism, crane spreader, etc.d
Certifications
International certifications: Kuangshan Crane’s products and services comply with some international standards, ISO 9001, CE, China Special Equipment Manufacturing Licence (TSG).
Advantages
Leading technology: anti-sway control accuracy up to ±1mm, nuclear power cranes passed IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) safety certification.
Global Service Network: Provide comprehensive after-sales service, including spare parts supply, technical support and technical training.
Innovation: Continuous investment in R&D.
Innovation capability: Continuous investment in R&D, launching several innovative products, such as intelligent cranes and automated material handling systems.
Cost advantage: 30% lower price and 40% shorter lead time than the same specification products in Europe and America.
Expertise: Aerospace, automotive and shipbuilding, petrochemical, railway, iron and steel smelting, machinery manufacturing, and waste incineration.
Industry Position
Market share: Products are exported to more than 120 countries, including Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, etc. Belt and Road orders account for 60%.
Visibility: As an industry leader, Kuangshan Crane enjoys a high reputation for its technological innovation, high-quality products and perfect service network.
KuangshanCrane vs. Head Overhead Crane Suppliers in Malaysia: Comprehensive Advantage Comparison
In the Malaysian market, Liftech, Excellift, VME and other local suppliers have their own characteristics, but in terms of company scale, product abundance, technology and service capability, KuangshanCrane, a leading Chinese brand, has a number of core advantages.
Company Scale
KuangshanCrane: World’s top 10 bridge crane brand, annual production capacity of over 128,000 units, 2,700+ employees, covers an area of 680,000m2, 20+ full-process production lines.
Malaysia’s headquartered company: the largest local company with annual production capacity of thousands of units and about 200 employees.
Product Richness
KuangshanCrane: covering 50+ specialised fields, including Nuclear power plant cranes, intelligent storage systems, explosion-proof models, etc., providing whole series of overhead bridge cranes with capacity from 0.5 ton to 550 tons.
Malaysia’s head enterprise: the local enterprise product line focuses on conventional bridge cranes and gantry cranes, and relies on imports of high-end models.
Malaysia’s head enterprise: only passed Malaysia’s SIRIM certification, technical indexes lagging behind by a generation.
Delivery Cycle
KuangshanCrane: Intelligent equipment management platform is installed, and 310 sets of handling and welding robots have been installed, and it is planned that the whole plant will reach the capacity of 550 tonnes. ), the planning will reach more than 500 units (sets) after the completion of all, and the equipment networking rate reaches 95%. Welding assembly line has been put into use 32, planning to install 50, product line automation rate of 85%. Production time has been reduced by 40% and customer delivery cycle has been shortened by 50%.
Malaysia head enterprise: local enterprise occupies geographical advantage and saves transportation time.
Global service network
KuangshanCrane: serving 122 countries, 24-hour service centre in 6 Southeast Asian countries, fault response <12 hours.
Malaysia head enterprise: local enterprise only covers Malaysia, multinational projects rely on third party.
On January 2, 2025, we were delighted to complete the project of delivering 30 cranes to Malaysia.
Before departure, our company representatives and Malaysian representatives held a ceremony to hand over the cranes.This batch of cranes features intelligent digital frequency conversion control technology, precise anti-sway positioning technology, and intelligent information interconnection technology. These cranes also include key features such as emergency control, intelligent anti-collision, and over-limit detection.
Country: Malaysia Capacity: 250kg Arm length: 3m Lift height under hook: 4m Lift speed: 6.8m/min Cross travel speed: 11m/min Rotation degree: 180° Rotation speed: manual Work duty: A3 Power supply: 240v 50hz single phase
Product: KBK Type Overhead Crane
Capacity: 250kg Crane beam length: 8m Lifting height: 3.6m Crane long travel length: 10m Hoisting speed: 9.6/3m/min Traversing speed: 14/5m/min Crane traveling speed: 14/5m/min Voltage: 240V, 50HZ, Single phase Control mode: Pendent control
Why choose KuangshanCrane?
1. Minimal import process
Zero language barrier: Trilingual contract and technical documentation in Chinese/English/Malay provided.
Worry-free customs clearance: Co-operative logistics companies handle customs clearance, transport and local tax compliance.
2. Long-term value guarantee
Warranty: 1 year free warranty + maintenance, residual value 15% higher than local brands.
Upgrade Flexibility: Support the expansion from traditional crane to intelligent storage system.
3. Southeast Asia Service Network
24-hour service centres in 6 countries in Southeast Asia, fault response time <12 hours.
Conclusion
The Malaysian overhead crane market is still dominated by local established companies, but KuangshanCrane is becoming an efficient alternative choice for more and more customers due to its speed of technology iteration and globalised supply chain advantages. For companies pursuing intelligence, low cost and fast delivery, the Chinese brand is already one of the optimal solutions.
krystal
Crane OEM expert
With 8 years of experience in customizing lifting equipment, helped 10,000+ customers with their pre-sales questions and concerns, if you have any related needs, please feel free to contact me!