Tower Crane Parts
Some of the most remarkable structures throughout the globe are built using cranes. The newer cranes are used in order to reach higher heights. Tower cranes offer the means to lift and move tools, building parts and materials all over a construction location. There are several different components that assemble a tower crane when they are put together. Putting a tower crane together uses various pieces of construction machinery.
Base
The tower crane base is typically made from a steel unit. The units' base connects to a custom pad made of concrete. This type of set-up provides the structure with stability. Generally, the construction must be well engineered and constructed in order to operate at optimum safety.
Mast
The tower cranes mast provides height to the machinery. The mast is made of attached steel parts. The amount of sections determines the crane's height. Usually, a tower crane has a design that allows the mast to grow during construction by adding further parts as the building process continues. This way the crane's height could be specified, ensuring it has sufficient height to perform the needed work efficiently and safely.
Slewing Unit/Top Climber
A slewing unit is situated over the mast. This unit houses the machines and the motor which enables the crane to rotate. A top climber is the piece of equipment that allows the mast to grow. The top climber sits just below the slewing unit. Hydraulic rams inside the top climber allow the slewing unit to be detached from the mast by raising it higher.
Boom
"Boom" is a term that particularly refers to the tower crane's working arm. The boom is made of steel sections connected together, that extend out from the top of the slewing unit, parallel to the ground. There is a trolley attached to the bottom that can run the length of the boom. This trolley holds the hoisting mechanism.