The gantry-type electroplating production line is a fully automated plating system that uses a gantry frame as the main load-bearing structure, enabling longitudinal movement combined with vertical lifting for workpiece transfer.
With years of experience in the design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of electroplating equipment, Dongguan Yueqian Technology provides complete, customized gantry-type plating line solutions for global customers.
This system features high loading capacity, stable operation, and is ideal for medium to large workpieces and high-volume continuous electroplating processes.
It is widely used in industries such as metal hardware, automotive parts, sanitary ware, tools, and electronic components.
Gantry-type plating lines are suitable for nickel plating, copper plating, tin plating, chrome plating, zinc plating, gold/silver plating, and more—making them one of the mainstream systems in modern large-scale electroplating plants.
| Industry | Typical Workpieces |
| Automotive Parts | Lamp brackets, brake components, decorative parts |
| Hardware Tools | Wrenches, locks, metal housings |
| Sanitary Ware | Faucets, shower components, decorative parts |
| Electronics | Conductive parts, connectors, metal frames |
| Aluminum Profiles | Pre-treatment for anodizing and surface finishing |
Especially suitable for:
✔ Medium to large and heavy workpieces
✔ Customers requiring stable, mass production
✔ Industries with strict requirements for coating uniformity and cycle time
1) Gantry Lifting System
Heavy-duty steel gantry frame
Servo or VFD drive system
High-precision guide rails and sliders
Hydraulic / electric lifting mechanism
Anti-sway structural design
Features:
Smooth motion, large load capacity, and precise positioning with repeatability up to 0.1 mm.
2) Material Transfer & Jig System
Standardized jig design
Quick-release structure
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Customizable based on workpiece size
Ensures stable current distribution and optimal plating uniformity.
3) Plating Tank System
PP, PVC, PVDF, steel-lined plastic options
Reinforced structural design
Optional heating, agitation, filtration circulation
Suitable for various plating solutions and long-term industrial operation.
4) Power Supply & Control System
High-frequency rectifiers / pulse power supplies
Automatic current control
PLC + HMI control (Siemens / Mitsubishi optional)
Automatic control of current, temperature, and time
Automatic production data logging
Supports MES/ERP integration for smart manufacturing.
5) Auxiliary Systems
Filtration systems
Cooling/heating systems
Spray rinsing
Automatic dosing systems
Drying units
Exhaust & environmental treatment systems
3. Example Process Flow (Nickel Plating)
Loading → Degreasing → Rinse 1 → Rinse 2 → Acid Pickling → Activation →
Rinse 1 → Rinse 2 → Nickel Plating → Rinse → Hot Rinse → Drying → Unloading
The gantry system automatically executes each step according to the preset cycle, ensuring accuracy and high productivity.
4. Technical Features & Advantages
1) High Load Capacity (200–800 kg per gantry)
Designed for large, heavy components that conventional plating lines cannot handle efficiently.
2) Fully Automated Operation
Automatic recipe switching
Automatic lifting/positioning
Automatic timing
Automatic current adjustment
Intelligent alarm system
Significantly reduces labor requirements and operational errors.
3) Superior Plating Uniformity
Stable gantry movement minimizes vibration and enhances coating quality.
4) Modular Structure for Easy Maintenance
Independent modules for power supply, drive units, filtration, etc., simplify troubleshooting and upgrades.
5) MES/ERP Connectivity
Supports:
Product traceability
Coating data logging
Production statistics
Quality monitoring
6) Energy-Efficient Design
Optimized tank structure, power efficiency, and heating circulation reduce operating costs.
| Item | Specification Range |
| Gantry load capacity | 100–800 kg |
| Travel speed | 10–40 m/min |
| Lifting speed | 5–20 m/min |
| Positioning accuracy | ±0.1–±0.3 mm |
| Control system | PLC + HMI fully automatic |
| Power supply | High-frequency rectifier / pulse type |
| Tank size | Customized based on workpiece |
| Cycle time | 3–12 min per batch |
| Operating time | 8–24 hours continuous |
✔ Robotic loading/unloading
✔ Automatic optical inspection (AOI)
✔ Automatic weighing system
✔ Automatic dosing & solution monitoring
✔ Smart energy management system
✔ AGV logistics transfer system
The gantry-type electroplating line delivers:
30%–60% higher production efficiency
20%–40% lower defect rate
Up to 50% reduction in labor cost
More stable and consistent coating quality
Compliance with strict automotive, electronics, and hardware standards
Ready for environmental, energy-saving, and smart-factory upgrades
Requirements analysis → Technical design → 3D layout design →
Equipment manufacturing → On-site installation → Trial run & optimization →
Production training → Final acceptance → After-sales service
