Looking into the skyline of a larger city, one would find tower cranes erected near skyscrapers and tall buildings. These large structures are described as a central shaft that is counterweighted with a long boom used to balance the crane's load. There are many models of tower crane types. These lattice-woven structures are available for particular uses. Several common kinds consist of top-slewing, self-erecting and bottom-slewing units. Slewing refers to turning around a fixed point. The main type of top-slewing tower crane which is used in construction these days is the horizontal boom. These eye-catching structures are seen throughout the globe.
How to Build a Tower Crane
Tower cranes are usually used on construction locations to move supplies from low to high areas and vice versa. They are used for high-rise structures in places where a wheel-mounted crane is not big enough to carry out the work. Only trained experts should be the ones to erect a tower crane. To be able to keep everyone safe, this job should be done by experts. There is a high risk of collapse, which could cause extensive damage and loss if you try to raise it on your own with hardly any experience.
When preparing to erect the crane, an excavator has to dig out a pit large enough for the crane's base. Then, this hole is filled with concrete. Steel anchors are set into the concrete, and after that, the first section of the crane's mast is attached. The concrete should cure for 24 hours.
After the base has set, attach the first mast part securely to the anchors using the proper bolts. Make sure that the mast is vertical by using your spirit level. After that, fix another section of the mast by first utilizing bolts and keep repeating this process until your desired height has been attained. It would be necessary to use a scissor lift or a telescoping boom to be able to carry out this step.