The Evolution of the Greek Crane

By LukasG
  • 515 BCE

    Greeks Invent the Crane

  • 400 BCE

    Pully System Gets Added

    Pully System Gets Added
  • 250 BCE

    Design Spreads and Rome makes slight upgrades

  • 476

    Fall of Rome, Cranes Become Less Popular

    Fall of Rome, Cranes Become Less Popular
  • 1200

    Cranes Pop-Up in Europe and France

  • 1300

    Cranes Spread Through all of Europe and World Sees the Convenience of the Design

  • 1550

    Adapted to Load and Unload Boats

  • Industrial Revolution adds Stronger and Better Materials Like Steel and Cast Iron Supports

    Industrial Revolution adds Stronger and Better Materials Like Steel and Cast Iron Supports

  • Electric Motors Get Added to the Crane

    Electric Motors Get Added to the Crane

  • We now have Tons of Different Types of Cranes for Many Different Jobs/Reasons

    We now have Tons of Different Types of Cranes for Many Different Jobs/Reasons