Tower Crane Parts
Tower cranes enable the construction industry to build several incredible structures. These cranes have been utilized to reach ever-increasing heights. Tower cranes provide the way to transport and lift materials, tools and building parts around a construction location. There are various components that assemble a tower crane when they are put together. Putting a tower crane together utilizes different pieces of construction equipment.
Base
The base of a tower crane is usually made from a steel unit. The units' base attaches to a custom pad made of concrete. This kind of set-up gives the structure stability. Generally, the construction has to be engineered and built well so as to operate at optimum safety.
Mast
The tower cranes mast provides height to the machinery. The mast is made of connected steel parts. The amount of parts determines the height of the crane. Typically, a tower crane has a design which enables the mast to grow during construction by adding more parts as the building process goes on. This way the height of the crane can be specified, making sure that it has enough height to safely and efficiently perform the needed work.
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 which enables the mast to grow. The top climber is situated just below the slewing unit. Hydraulic rams in the top climber enable the slewing unit to be disconnected 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 individual 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 bottom that can extend the length of the boom. This trolley holds the hoisting device.