9 - Determining Safe Working Load
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What is the over-turning moment?
💡 Hint: Think about what causes an object to tip over.
Define the operating radius.
💡 Hint: It involves the load's position relative to the crane's base.
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What does the term 'tipping load' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think of the weight limits associated with crane operation.
True or False: The stabilizing moment only accounts for the crane’s weight.
💡 Hint: Remember to think about what contributes to stability.
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For a crane with a tipping load of 25 tons, operating radius of 40 feet, and a boom weight of 8 tons, calculate the total weight including all factors that must not exceed to prevent tipping.
💡 Hint: Think about how the total tipping load is allocated among various components.
A crane has a stabilizing moment of 60 tons. If it lifts a load of 15 tons with a boom weight of 4 tons, what additional equipment should be accounted for to maintain balance?
💡 Hint: Remember to add up all contributions to the weight affecting the tipping moment.
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