Crane Operations

Download or read book Crane Operations written by Richard Skiba and published by After Midnight Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-25 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CRANE OPERATIONS offers a comprehensive guide on crane operation, spanning various crane types and their associated tasks for safe and efficient operation. Chapters delineate static cranes such as tower cranes, derrick and portal boom cranes, bridge and gantry cranes, and more, providing insights into their features and operational nuances. Mobile slewing and non-slewing cranes are also explored in depth. It addresses essential tasks like planning, preparation, execution, and post-task procedures, detailing steps for assessing work areas, conducting pre-start checks, and monitoring weather conditions.