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The first cranes in the history of the world were likely used more than 3,000 years ago.
In the 15th century, French physicist Blaise Pascal started doing extensive studies on fluid hydrodynamics and other hydraulic principles, and eventually, he invented the hydraulic press. Several centuries later, companies started designing cranes made out of steel instead of wood, which allowed them to run on steam power instead of by hand. It also made it possible for crane companies to begin manufacturing cranes in the 18th century that incorporated Pascal’s hydraulic principles.
The hydraulic crane was invented in Newcastle by William Armstrong in about 1845 to help load coal into barges at the Quayside. It was a great success and the cranes were sold all over the world. The hydraulic crane helped the North East of England to grow and prosper, and Newcastle became one of the most important cities in the world as a result.