Tower Crane Checklist – the Most Important Facts for Crane Operators for Download
So you don't forget anything when renting a tower crane, we have prepared a detailed information sheet including a checklist for download in which the most important facts are listed.
Renting Tower Cranes – Description and Use
Tower cranes, also called tower cranes, fall under the category of lifting equipment and are used wherever loads need to be handled vertically and horizontally. In short: tower cranes are the most frequently used cranes on construction sites worldwide. They require a relatively small footprint, but the foundation must be very stable.
Tower cranes are divided into top-slewing cranes and bottom-slewing cranes, with further differentiation between needle jibs and trolley jibs. Tower cranes with trolley jibs are most common on German construction sites. The most important difference between top-slewing and bottom-slewing cranes: top-slewing cranes have significantly higher load capacity and reach.
In addition to the characteristics of tower cranes that crane operators should know about before renting, there are a few other things to keep in mind.
Tower Crane on the Construction Site – What Do I Need to Know?
Whether bottom-slewing or top-slewing – every tower crane must meet very specific requirements before it can be used on the construction site. Crane operators should therefore first check these five things:
- Do you need aviation approval and aircraft warning lights?
- Is the foundation on the construction site stable enough for a tower crane?
- Are necessary safety distances maintained?
- Can you guarantee that your tower crane is secured against wind and weather?
- Is the work area free of electrical cables?
Tower cranes have a high tipping moment due to their large radius of action. You should definitely consider this when setting up the crane. A properly designed crane foundation is the basic requirement on every construction site where a tower crane is to be rented.
Renting Tower Cranes – Important Documentation for Crane Operators
In addition to the conditions to be checked on the construction site, certain documentation should be available when renting tower cranes. These include above all for the crane operator:
- The professional certification after assembly
- A copy of the last expert inspection
- Operating instructions/operating manual
- The crane logbook
You can read in detail about the daily, weekly, and periodic tasks for the crane operator in our information sheet for tower cranes.
