Methods of Lifting in

Elevated heights

LIFTING
BEAMS
It allows a single crane
to lift loads from
multiple locations, to
spread out the load
and provide balance
to the lift
MOBILE CRANES

Mobile cranes offer a number of advantages over fixed cranes. They are
easy to get to the job sites, require little set up and can deal with a variety
of terrain and specific site issues. There are more than dozen types of
mobile cranes. Some of the most commonly used are listed below:
1. TRUCK MOUNTED
2. SIDE LIFTER
3. ALL TERRAIN
4. ROUGH TERRAIN
5. TELESCOPIC HANDLER
6. CRAWLER CRANES

TRUCK MOUNTED
SIDE LIFTER

ALL TERRAIN
ROUGH TERRAIN

TELESCOPIC HANDLER
CRAWLER CRANE
HOW TO CALCULATE THE LOAD ON
EACH SLING

1. Find Weight to be lifted - W kgs

2. Find the vertical distance – H- between hook center to the weight
3. Find the slanting length –L- of each sling and “N”be the no. of slings
4. Let force exerted by each sling be “F”
5. (L/H) x (W/N)
6. Ensure the result is less than the SWL (Safe Working Load) of the sling. In
case of nylon straps the SWL will be stitched beneath

Winches and Hoists

Winch Hoist
Winch vs. Hoist: Which One is Right for
the Job?

What is a Winch?
Winches are devices used to wind a cable or a rope in or out, so that the
resulting tension pulls an object. The winch drum is powered manually or
by air, electricity or hydraulics. Most winch drums are made of fabricated
steel and are designed for a specific load capacity.
A simple winch, such as a manual one, consists of a rope or cable wound
around a drum or barrel. More complex industrial winches, like electric
winches, are used to tow automobiles, boats or to help move pieces of
heavy equipment.

Winch vs. Hoist: Which One is Right for

the Job?

What is a Hoist?
Lifting heavy objects, like an engine block or construction material may
seem like a perfect job for a winch, but that’s not always the case.
Instead, use a hoist for jobs that require you to lift or lower a load. Hoists are
typically made with chain or wire rope, and can be operated manually or
by powered motors. Powered hoists include all those that are driven by
electric, hydraulic or pneumatic motors.
Manual hoists include all those that are ratcheted, levered or hand
cranked. Electric chain hoists are ideal for mechanics and machine shops
because they can be plugged into any standard electrical outlet.
 Hoist and Winch Maintenance Tips

Due to the potential risk for injury, hoists and winches must be properly maintained. It’s
important to follow your manufacturer’s maintenance instructions in addition to these
general guidelines for safe operation.

•Inspect your winch before and after each use. If the wire rope has become damaged,
frayed or kinked, it’s important to replace it right away.

•Keep the winch, wire rope and remote control clean. If necessary, unwind the winch
completely, and use a clean rag to remove any dirt and debris.

•When using a vehicle-mounted winch, be sure to check and maintain your vehicle battery
and its cables. Operating the winch for long periods of time puts extra strain on the battery.

•Ensure your hoist remains in proper working condition through regular maintenance.
Conduct routine load testing to ensure you know just how much weight the hoist can
handle.

•Regularly inspect your chain hoist, and lubricate according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Tower cranes
Tower Cranes

Advantages Disadvantages
1. has sufficient lifting height, the larger the 1. The huge structure, since the major labor
magnitude of work and work space. intensive to install.
2. can be performed simultaneously 2. disassembly, transport and transfer
vertical, horizontal transport, make cranes, inconvenient.
transport, loading and unloading
3. tower crane rail track basis to build
operations in a continuous three-
costly.
dimensional space is complete, high
operating efficiency.
3. cab vision, easy to operate.
4. relatively simple structure, easy
maintenance, good reliability.

Lifting Hardwares
Slings and Belts

Steel Slings Lifting Belts

SAFETY

1. Lift Categorization
2. Lift Plans
3. Approval lift Plans
4. Changes to lift Plans
5. CONTROL
6. Person in Charge
7. Competence
8. Equipment and Tools
9. Communication and Conducting Lifting