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3. Selection of Crane Based on Conditions

The chapter discusses various factors influencing the selection and utilization of machinery in construction projects, such as environmental conditions, power source availability, and site access. It emphasizes the need for compatible machine sizes when multiple units operate concurrently to enhance productivity and efficiency. Moreover, the importance of versatile machines, which can adapt to different roles through attachment changes, is highlighted as a crucial aspect in modern construction practices.

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Sections

  • 1

    Selection Of Crane Based On Conditions

    This section discusses the factors influencing crane selection, including environmental conditions, site access, and machine compatibility.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.1

    Wind Velocity And Crane Operation

    This section discusses the impact of wind velocity on crane operations and the selection of cranes for construction projects, emphasizing safety and machine efficiency.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.2

    Effect Of Rainfall On Machine Selection

    This section discusses how environmental factors such as rainfall, wind velocity, and terrain affect the selection of machinery for construction projects.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.3

    Snowy Terrain And Machine Selection

    This section discusses factors affecting machine selection in snowy and adverse weather conditions for construction projects.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.4

    Power Source Availability

    This section focuses on how power source availability influences the selection of construction machinery, emphasizing the importance of matching equipment fuel type with job site conditions.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.5

    Site Access And Equipment Selection

    This section discusses the critical factors affecting equipment selection in construction, particularly focusing on site conditions, weather, and machinery compatibility.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.6

    Balancing Interdependent Machines

    This section discusses the factors affecting the selection and operation of interdependent machines, focusing on elements such as wind speed, soil conditions, and equipment compatibility.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.7

    Mobility Required For Equipment

    This section discusses the impact of environmental conditions on the selection and mobility of construction equipment.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.8

    Versatile Machines

    This section discusses the impact of various environmental factors on machine selection in construction, particularly in relation to cranes and versatile machines.

    Learning Practice

  • 2

    Planning Of Equipment Utilization

    This section discusses the critical aspects of planning equipment utilization in construction, focusing on optimizing machine selection based on environmental conditions and project requirements.

    Learning Practice

  • 2.1

    Optimizing Equipment Utilization

    This section discusses the critical factors affecting the selection and optimal utilization of equipment in construction, emphasizing site conditions, machine capacity, power sources, and interdependencies.

    Learning Practice

  • 2.2

    Utilization Charts And Resource Scheduling

    This section discusses the importance of selecting machinery for construction based on environmental conditions and the need for effective resource scheduling.

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Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

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Final Test

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