Tower Crane Parts
Some of the most wonderful structures around the globe are built with cranes. The newer cranes are utilized in order to reach higher heights. Tower cranes provide the way to transport and raise supplies, tools and building parts around a construction location. There are a few different parts which assemble a tower crane when they are put together. Putting a tower crane together uses various pieces of construction machinery.
Base
Normally, the tower crane base is made from a steel unit. The base is connected to a concrete pad that is custom-designed. This type of set-up provides the structure with stability. Generally, the construction has to be well engineered and built so as to operate at optimum safety.
Mast
The mast of the tower crane provides height to the machine. The mast is made of connected steel parts. The amount of sections determines the crane's height. Normally, a tower crane has a design that allows the mast to grow during construction by adding further parts as the building process goes on. This way the height of the crane can be specified, ensuring it has adequate height to carry out the needed work efficiently and safely.
Slewing Unit/Top Climber
At the top of the mast is the slewing unit. It houses the motor and equipment that enables the crane to rotate. A top climber is the piece of equipment that allows the mast to grow. The top climber sits just underneath the slewing unit. Hydraulic rams in the top climber enable the slewing unit to be detached from the mast by raising it higher.
Boom
The term "boom", refers to the tower crane's working arm. The boom is made up of separate steel parts which are connected together, extending out from the top of the slewing unit and parallel to the ground. There is a trolley connected to the underside which could extend the length of the boom. This trolley holds the hoisting mechanism.