2.2. Crane Capacity

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is crane capacity?

   Hint

   Think about weight limits.

2. 2.

   What does the operating radius mean?

   Hint

   It's a measure of distance.

3. 3.

   What is crane capacity?

   • Maximum lift at any distance
   • Maximum lift at a given radius
   • Minimum lift required

   Hint

   Focus on the relationship between capacity and distances.

4. 4.

   True or False: The further the load from the crane's center, the greater its lifting capacity.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how distance affects stability.

5. 5.

   A crane with a maximum capacity of 12,000 kg can lift a load of 10,000 kg at a 5 m radius. If the radius increases to 12 m, can it still lift the same load?

   Hint

   Check load charts for varying capacities.

6. 6.

   Design a lifting plan for a pile weighing 15,000 kg using a crane. Specify the required capacity and radius adjustments.

   Hint

   Sketch a plan for visualizing crane operations.