Professional cleaning of overhead and gantry cranes to remove grease, oil and debris build-up, helping keep
cranes safe, clean, and operating as they should.
• Removes excess grease and oil that can drip, spread, or contaminate surrounding areas
• Helps keep cranes operating smoothly and reliably
• Improves safety beneath cranes in live working environments
• Prevents oil and debris from reaching floors, machinery, or waterways
• Keeps cranes clean, presentable, and easier to inspect
UK-Based Specialists in Crane Cleaning
APT ICC provides specialist crane cleaning services across England and Wales, working within heavy industrial sites, manufacturing facilities, steel works, and port environments. Crane cleaning focuses on the controlled removal of grease, oils, and built-up contamination from overhead cranes, gantry cranes, and large port cranes that operate continuously in demanding conditions.
The service is sometimes referred to as overhead crane cleaning, gantry crane cleaning, or port crane cleaning. While the names vary, the purpose is the same: to remove excess lubricants and contamination that accumulate over time and can drip from crane components, spread across working areas, or fall into sensitive environments such as production floors or waterways.
APT ICC cleans internal gantry cranes inside factories such as welding facilities, steel works, and manufacturing plants, where grease and oil build-up can affect crane movement and create safety risks below. Cleaning helps maintain smooth operation, improves presentation, and allows maintenance teams to better inspect crane components. Works are carefully planned to take place in live manufacturing environments with strict control measures in place.
Crane cleaning is also carried out at ports, where container cranes and dockside equipment are heavily lubricated and exposed to the elements. Over time, excess grease and oil can fall onto port surfaces or into surrounding waterways. APT ICC carries out controlled degreasing and cleaning with full containment measures, preventing contamination of floors, vehicles, and water below while keeping cranes operating safely.
With over 35 years of experience, APT ICC is trusted to deliver crane cleaning in complex and sensitive environments. Recent projects include external container crane cleaning for DP World at the Port of Southampton and internal gantry crane cleaning at Steel Core in Brynmawr. All works are delivered under strict health, safety, and environmental controls, ensuring minimal disruption and consistently high standards across England and Wales.
“I would like to express my sincere thanks to APT for the excellent job they carried out at Tai Bach. The project was a much needed one and now that it is completed it has really helped to improve the look of the town. We have received many good comments from the public which is always a good sign.”
Kevin Hiller - Property Surveyor, Neath & Port Talbot Council
“We employed the services of APT to renovate a Grade 2 Listed Building. Under the directive of Cadw we were not allowed to use any wet process or chemicals within the interior of the building. APT used Soda Blasting on sandstone, brick, ceramic glazed tiles, metal work, paintwork on ceilings, coving, woodwork and ornate fixtures.
It was a great achievement to have one system for all the surfaces that needed cleaning and restoring and one that also ticked all the boxes of the environmental and conservation officers. The process saved us both time & money in being able to have just one company on site. We are very grateful to APT for their hard work on this project.”
Tim Luke - Gee Construction
“I would like to thank APT-ICC for their excellent work and assistance on the Barclays Bank project. They delivered the scheme and additional works on time and without issue thanks to Andrew and his team for all your extra effort, long hours and commitment. I look forward to using them on future renovations.”
Graham Lowe - Project Manager, Overbury Plc
“We have been receiving an overwhelming number of positive comments about the war memorial cleaning. Yesterday, during the small ceremony at the Penrallt column on the 1st World War anniversary, many expressed their appreciation for how splendid the memorial looks after the cleaning. We anticipate sharing photos on the internet page later this week. Additionally, we have shared your details with another person who serves as the clerk to two other local councils. Thank you once again for the exceptional work.”
Janice Davies - Gwynedd Council
Crane cleaning removes built-up grease, oil, and debris from overhead, gantry, and port cranes. This helps keep cranes operating smoothly and reduces the risk of contamination below. It also makes inspections and maintenance easier.
Cranes are heavily lubricated to cope with constant movement and heavy loads. Over time, excess grease and oil collect on beams, motors, rails, and cable trays. If left untreated, this can drip or spread into working areas.
Minor wipe-downs at low level can sometimes be done in-house. However, most crane cleaning involves working at height and dealing with heavy grease build-up. Specialist access methods and experience are usually required to clean cranes properly and safely.
Yes, when the work is properly planned and controlled. Professional crane cleaning is often carried out on live sites using isolation, containment, and controlled access. This helps minimise disruption while keeping people and equipment safe.
Controlled degreasing using the right cleaning methods and chemicals is the most effective approach. The process depends on the crane type and environment. Using incorrect products can spread contamination rather than remove it.
Yes. Removing grease and dirt makes it easier to inspect components, spot wear, and identify issues early. Clean cranes are also quicker and safer for maintenance teams to work on.
Very much so. In port environments, grease and oil can fall onto working areas or into waterways if not controlled. Professional cleaning helps prevent environmental contamination and keeps operations compliant and safe.
Yes. Some crane cleaning tasks can be supported with the correct professional-grade degreasers. APT ICC can advise on suitable products, including those manufactured by APT Commercial Chemicals, which we use on crane cleaning projects across England and Wales.
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