Overhead Crane Directional Stickers | ASME B30.2 Decals

DIR-007-5

Make crane travel direction easier to identify with high-visibility overhead crane directional stickers. The yellow and blue north, south, east, and west markings give operators a clear visual reference and are designed to support ASME B30.2 crane identification practices.

Made from durable, UV-resistant vinyl, these crane direction decals are suited for overhead cranes, gantry cranes, pendant controls, and other industrial applications. Choose the arrow configuration carefully so the installed directions match your equipment and operating area.

Overhead Crane Directional Sticker Features

  • Clear directional identification: North, south, east, and west markings help operators confirm crane travel direction.
  • High-visibility colors: Yellow and blue sections provide quick visual recognition in busy industrial environments.
  • Durable vinyl construction: UV-resistant material is made for demanding indoor and outdoor applications.
  • Multiple sizes for clear visibility: Available in 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12.5, 14, 20, 24, and 48-inch sizes. Select a size and installation location that keeps the directional marking legible to the operator.
  • Bulk ordering available: Quantity pricing helps facilities, crane service companies, and safety teams equip multiple cranes.

Designed for Crane Safety and Clear Communication

Clear crane direction labels can reduce confusion between the operator, pendant controls, and crane movement. These decals provide a professional, easy-to-read directional reference for overhead and gantry crane operations while supporting workplace safety procedures.

ASME B30.2 Directional Marking

ASME B30.2 Section 2-1.1.6(c) requires directional markings on applicable overhead and gantry crane equipment or facilities. The standard identifies “north, south, east, west” as examples of acceptable markings and specifies that they must be legible to the operator and consistent with the direction-of-movement markings on the crane controllers.

This N-S-E-W overhead crane directional decal is designed to provide clear, visible directional markings for applicable crane equipment or facilities. Before installation, verify that the decal’s directions match the corresponding controller markings and actual crane movement.

The yellow-and-blue color scheme and graphic layout are product-design features. They are not represented as colors or artwork specifically mandated by ASME B30.2 or OSHA.

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.179(b)(2) also requires covered overhead and gantry cranes constructed and installed on or after August 31, 1971, to meet the design specifications of ANSI B30.2.0-1967, as incorporated by reference.

Choosing the Correct Configuration

Important: Check the north, south, east, and west arrow arrangement before ordering and installation. Confirm that the configuration matches the intended crane travel directions at your facility.

Need a different arrow arrangement? Compare our alternate N-S-E-W overhead crane directional sticker and select the configuration that matches your equipment.

Sizes and Product Numbers

ASME B30.2 does not prescribe a specific size for these N-S-E-W directional markings. Choose a decal size appropriate for the equipment, viewing distance, and installation location so the marking remains legible to the operator.

  • 5 inch: DIR-007-5
  • 6 inch: DIR-007-6
  • 7 inch: DIR-007-7
  • 8 inch: DIR-007-8
  • 10 inch: DIR-007-10
  • 12.5 inch: DIR-007-12.5
  • 14 inch: DIR-007-14
  • 20 inch: DIR-007-20
  • 24 inch: DIR-007-24
  • 48 inch: DIR-007-48

Need a custom size, configuration, or quantity? Contact our team for assistance with custom crane directional decals.

The directional configuration should correspond to the actual travel directions of the crane and the directional markings on its controls. Before installing the decal, verify which physical direction corresponds to north, south, east, and west at the crane location. The arrows should be positioned so the markings are consistent with the crane's actual direction of movement and controller markings.

This decal is intended for application to clean, smooth, dry surfaces commonly found on overhead crane equipment and related facility surfaces. Before installation, remove dirt, grease, oil, rust, loose paint, and other contaminants so the decal can properly adhere. For textured, heavily corroded, freshly painted, or otherwise unusual surfaces, test adhesion before full installation.

ASME B30.2 does not specify a particular size for overhead crane directional markings. Instead, ASME B30.2 §2-1.1.6(c) requires directional markings such as north, south, east, and west to be legible to the operator and consistent with the direction-of-movement markings on the crane controls.

Choose a decal size based on the crane's installation, viewing distance, available mounting area, and the need for the directional markings to remain clearly visible to the operator. Larger decals may be appropriate where the markings must be viewed from greater distances or from a large floor area. Before ordering, measure the available mounting surface and consider the operator's normal viewing position.

Technical & Safety Data

Product Composition & Identification

Film Construction: 2.75 mil Polymeric Calendered Vinyl base paired with a 2.75 mil flexible clear Polymeric Calendered Vinyl overlaminate.

Adhesive System: Clear Solvent-Based Permanent Pressure Sensitive Acrylic.

Total Adhesive Thickness: 2.3 mil combined (1.2 mil base and 1.1 mil laminate).

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Fire Rating: Class A fire rating under ASTM E84-17 testing.

Commercial Safety: Meets the highest life safety requirements for indoor and outdoor commercial graphics.

Toxicity & Structure: Phthalate-Free Film Structure.

Regulatory Standards: Meets the health and safety requirements set forth by CPSIA, REACH, RoHS, and California Proposition 65.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Chemical Resistance: Resists mild acids, mild alkalis, solvents, and salts.

Moisture Resistance: Excellent resistance to water, including full immersion.

Tensile Strength: 12.5 Pounds/Inch.

Dimensional Stability: 0.020 Inch (Machine Direction).

Peel Adhesion: 4.5 Pounds/Inch from Stainless Steel.

Environmental & Temperature Tolerances

Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to 190°F.

Application Temperature: 50°F to 80°F recommended.

Installation Surface: Clean, dry, and free of dust, dirt, debris, or grease.

Outdoor Lifespan: Up to 5 years permanent durability.

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