What is another word for gantries?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈantɹiz] (IPA) 
Gantries are commonly referred to as overhead support structures that are used to carry signals, equipment, and other industrial machinery. However, there are several synonyms for the word that are often used interchangeably, depending on the context. Some of the commonly used synonyms for gantries include overhead cranes, herries, trusses, spans, and support beams. These terms are mostly used in engineering and construction industries to refer to the same structure, which is designed to support heavy equipment. Regardless of the synonym used, the underlying concept remains the same- a sturdy structure that can hold overhead equipment while still ensuring smooth movement of materials and people underneath.
