Self-climbing tower cranes are one of the most fascinating pieces of equipment that can be found on a construction site. A self-climbing tower crane starts its life as a typical self-supporting tower crane. A tower is erected and anchored to a concrete reinforcing base.
 
Flat top tower cranes are especially useful in situations where multiple cranes swing through the same airspace. Often referred to as a luffer, this type of crane utilizes a jib that rotates up and down with the hook fixed to the end of the jib. The hook is positioned by luffing the jib up or down.
 
A hammerhead tower crane is a common type of tower crane found on construction projects throughout the world. The hammerhead tower crane is recognizable through its vertical mast (tower) with a horizontal jib that supports both the cab. A trolley runs along the mast horizontally carrying the cable and hook.

What are the different types of tower cranes?

Just like with mobile cranes, there are different types of tower cranes, including The ASME B30 Tower Cranes standard defines a construction tower crane as: “a hammerhead, luffing, or another type of tower crane that is regularly assembled and disassembled for use at various sites.
 

Why are tower cranes used?

Tower cranes are used because they are efficient at lifting and moving heavy materials while having a relatively small footprint on site. Tower cranes are great at lifting material and moving across long distances. Their reach allows them, in a lot of locations to have unencumbered access to the entire job site.

How much weight can a tower crane hold?

The overturning force on the crane, also known as the moment of force, is calculated by multiplying the load to its distance from the mast. Thus, a 10-tonne load can be held no more than 30m away, and heavier loads must be hauled even closer. A tower crane can safely hoist up to 19.8 tons of weight against a counterweight of 20 tons.
The overturning force on the crane, also known as the moment of force, is calculated by multiplying the load to its distance from the mast. Thus, a 10-tonne load can be held no more than 30m away, and heavier loads must be hauled even closer. A tower crane can safely hoist up to 19.8 tons of weight against a counterweight of 20 tons.
 

How much weight can tower cranes lift?

In the construction of buildings, the typical tower crane can lift an unsupported weight of around 20 tonnes, depending on the conditions, while still being able to move the object around with relative ease. Don’t be fooled by the fact that tower cranes are used in the construction of buildings, however.
 

How tall are tower cranes?

 Generally, when anchored to the ground, a tower crane can’t be much more than 265 feet tall. They can be much taller if they are secured to a building as the building rises. The maximum jib reach is approximately 230 feet, and the maximum weight it can lift is 19.8 tons or 18 metric tons.

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How do you know if a mobile crane is safe? Mobile crane load chart: Simply put, the only way to know if the load you are lifting with a mobile crane is within the limitations of the crane is to relate the lift to the manufacturer’s load chart and notes. Persons who are not crane-operators regularly have questions regarding lifting safety.What is the lifting capacity of a mobile crane? Some mobile cranes have a lifting capacity of more than 1,000 tons! This is heavy! In Australia, these ultra-high capacity cranes are not common. The maximum load of a mobile crane is generally 500 tons. The most popular mobile crane in Australia is a crane with a lifting capacity of between 20 tons and 350 tons.

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How do tower cranes work? Most tower cranes require that its base be bolted down to a concrete platform. The base is connected to the tower (mast). The gear and motor that rotate the crane (called a slewing unit) is attached to the top of the mast. On top of the gear and motor assembly are three parts: Horizontal jib. This is the tower crane’s arm that carries the load. What is a small tower crane? Small tower cranes are erected using a mobile crane, which is larger in size. However, that is not always the case, mainly when the construction project is a high-rise building or a skyscraper. The process of erecting and dismantling tower cranes is called climbing.

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How much weight can tower cranes lift?

In the construction of buildings, the typical tower crane can lift an unsupported weight of around 20 tonnes, depending on the conditions, while still being able to move the object around with relative ease. Don’t be fooled by the fact that tower cranes are used in the construction of buildings.

 

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We certify Individuals with Experience both onsite or Workplace with the following documents: Service Letter form the Company or Affidavit stating the years of Experience in the field of operations. How do I install a tower crane? There are several preparation steps you’ll need to complete to successfully install your tower crane. They include: A tower crane is often being moved from another job site. So the first task in preinstallation is disassembling the tower crane in preparation for transport. Loading large pieces of heavy equipment for transport is its own project.

A hammerhead tower crane is a common type of tower crane found on construction projects throughout the world. The hammerhead tower crane is recognizable through it’s vertical mast (tower) with a horizontal jib which supports both the cab. A trolley runs along the mast horizontally carrying the cable and hook.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is compulsory for safety purposes. Ability to communicate in English. Ability to work well with others.
Ability to operate and control equipment.
Understanding of health and safety.

Some mobile cranes have lifting capacity of more than 1,000 tons! This is heavy! In Australia, these ultra-high-capacity cranes are not common. The maximum load of a mobile crane is generally 500 tons. The most popular mobile crane in Australia is a crane with lifting capacity of between 20 tons and 350 tons.

Copy of National ID/ Passport/Asylum, X2 passport photos, and CV necessary for job assistance and will be presented to potential employers for recruitment purposes.

The tower crane must have a device that prevents moment overloading. Temporary alternative measures: A radius indicating device must be used (if the tower crane is not equipped with a radius indicating device, the radius must be measured to ensure the load is within the rated capacity of the crane.

3-5 days. Theory and practical experience. For Onsite it’s one day assessment for individuals already using the tower crane machine.

Its code of practice for the Tower Crane license is to expire after 2 years. Visit our nearest tower crane school to renew your  Tower Crane operator license and certificate.

The average salary for a Tower Crane driver in South Africa is R160,000 per year or R85.00 per hour.

R7500 Per Month and Salaries range from R9500 (Lowest )  to R12000(highest) Depending on the type of company.

At Gautech we charge R7000 Training for tower Crane both theory and practical experience, you Practice until you become perfect with the machine.

Tower Crane jobs can be found at sites, dealers, junkyards, hardware stores, brick dealers, and more. The operator’s responsibilities at  work are: 

1.  Tower Crane operation
2. Invoice Interpretation
3. Tower Crane Maintenance
4. Customer Service
5. Placing, stacking of loads.
6. Maintaining and promoting company values and culture

1. Grade 12
2. Valid Tower Crane Operator Certificate
3. At least 2 years experience as a Tower Crane  operator
 

The best-in-class  lifting equipment is the  All Cabin Crane than the Top slewing. Generally used for all Material handling needs.

 

Tower Crane load chart: Simply put, the only way to know if the load you are lifting with a Tower Crane is within the limitations of the crane is to relate the lift to the manufacturer’s load chart and notes. Persons who are not crane operators regularly have questions regarding lifting safety.

 

Most tower cranes require that its base be bolted down to a concrete platform. The base is connected to the tower (mast). The gear and motor that rotate the crane (called a slewing unit) is attached to the top of the mast. On top of the gear and motor assembly are three parts: Horizontal jib. This is the tower crane’s arm that carries the load.

A Mobile crane certificate and license are valid for 2 Years the window period for renewal is 3 months after that refreshing is required as per the lifting machinery code of Practice.
 
 
 

Tower Crane Operator responsibility in a workplace

  • Loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving items.
  • Loading materials to different locations within the facility.
  • Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Securing loads to the machine before transportation.
  • Inspecting for damages to vehicles.
  • Scheduling crane for maintenance and repairs.
  • Operating and managing technical equipment.
  • Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment.
  • Picking and wrapping orders for shipment.
  • Identifying workplace safety hazards.
  • Adhering to safety management standards.

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To become a  Tower Crane operator it’s not necessarily a requirement to have a driver’s license though accordance with the specified requirements. it’s vital to have one.
 
 
 
Immediately after demonstrating an understanding of how a Tower Crane operator operates when moving goods in  production facilities according to the specified requirements. You will receive a COC certificate of competency
 
 
 
 
 
 

Delimit working areas: Workers should never stand under loads or within their path, and operators must never lift a load over a worker. Everyone at the construction site should know that standing under a crane or a load is prohibited, and this includes visitors.

 
 
 
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