Used Tower crane

What is the specification of a tower crane and what should be noted for buying?tower crane

  • 1- Jib
  • 2- Counter Jib
  • 3- Mast section: its number is according to the manufacturer’s catalog
  • 4- Main base
  • 5- Slewing
  • 6- Cathead
  • 7- Wire rope:
  • ََA) Hook = Counter Jib length + Jib length + height × 4
  • B) Chariot: Rear Wire = Jib length & Front wire = Jib length × 2
  • 8- Telescopic system: Cage, Yoke, Monorail, Jack and Pump purchase according to need
  • 9- Counter weight ballast: Quantity and number in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
  • 10- Tie bars
  • 11- Operator’s cabin
  • 12- Electrical panels
  • 13- Altitude cables: Cable length is equal to height of bought tower crane
  • 14- Erection system:
  • A) Trolley (Bogie, Chassis, counter weights): It must have a rail capability and also be installed on the rails according to the conditions.
  • B) Fixing angle: This system is commonly used in projects with less installation space and will always remain in the foundation.
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How to choose a tower crane model?

  • 1- Loading radius (r)
  • 2- How much is the maximum load from the center of the loading? (a = Max load)
  • 3- Minimum load at the last point of loading (a = r = Min load)
  • 4- Free standing H=?

According to the project conditions, the minimum height of the tower crane should stand on its base and not be involved with the structures surrounding the project.

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How to erection tower crane?

  • A) Cage: required space 4.5×4.5 , 6×6 , … m
  • B) Fixing angle: dimension = one mast section for example 1.6 × 1.6 and 2 × 2 m