A construction crane is generally a
lifting machine that works with a set of pulleys and cables. For the
construction industry, the construction crane is a valuable asset
because it is capable of lifting heavy weight loads and different
kinds of materials. The modern day construction cranes are big in
size, have different lifting capacities and can reach hundreds of
meters in height. For example, for the construction of a skyscraper,
usually a tower crane is used that can reach heights up to 800
meters. The construction crane uses pulleys and cable system for
creating a mechanical advantage which is vital for lifting heavy
loads and materials. The winders, ropes, cables, and the basic level
pulley system are the main parts of any construction crane. There are
different construction crane models on the market, and each one is
used for a specific lifting task. The most popular construction
cranes are the tower cranes, vehicle mounted cranes, rough terrain
cranes, crawler cranes, aerial cranes and other crane types.
Tower crane
This construction crane is
generally used for the construction of big-sized structures, such as
skyscrapers, bridges, water dams etc. The tower crane was originally
developed and designed in Europe, and today it is widely used all
over the world. This construction crane can reach heights up to
several hundred meters,
