Cranes

Cranes

A crane is a type of machinery used for lifting and moving heavy materials in construction, transportation (loading and unloading merchandise) and other fields. Most cranes are equipped with a hoist, wire ropes or chains, and sheaves, that can be used both to lift and lower materials and to move them around.

Industry: Industrial machinery

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control braking

Industrial machinery; Cranes

By imparting energy in the opposite direction or by removing energy from the moving body, this method controls speed.

qualified person

Industrial machinery; Cranes

By extensive experience, training, and knowledge or by possession of a certificate of professional standing, or a recognized degree in an applicable field, this person has demonstrated successfully ...

bulk-handling crane

Industrial machinery; Cranes

Bulk-handling cranes are designed from the outset to carry a shell grab or bucket, rather than using a hook and a sling. They are used for bulk cargoes, such as coal, minerals, scrap metal etc.

auxiliary hoist

Industrial machinery; Cranes

Backup unit used for the hoisting of higher speed, as well as lower road rating than the primary hoist in most cases.

critical load

Industrial machinery; Cranes

As defined by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, "A critical load is a load of magnitude or kind that under certain conditions, if dropped, could result in damage leading to unacceptable release of ...

floating cranes

Industrial machinery; Cranes

Are used mainly in bridge building and port construction, but they are also used for occasional loading and unloading of especially heavy or awkward loads on and off ships. Some floating cranes are ...