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Crane Jib vs Boom: What is the Difference
A boom and jib isn’t academic in construction — it directly affects safety, productivity, and cost. Ihurmo professionals spent years on construction sites. Below is a practical, hands-on comparison to help you choose the right ...

Jib Cranes vs. Davit Cranes: A Comprehensive Comparison
This article provides an in-depth comparison between jib cranes and davit cranes. We'll explore their definitions, common types, design differences, applications, and features, ensuring that you have all the information you need to make an ...

Do Tower Cranes Have Toilets? Where Do Crane Operators Go?
As a professional crane operator and seller with years of time spent both in the cab and on the ground arranging equipment, I can tell you: tower cranes themselves do not come with built-in toilets. ...

What is Aerial Work Platform (AWP): Learn about Aerial Lifts
Ever wondered how construction crews reach towering heights safely and efficiently? You've probably seen them on job sites—those versatile machines lifting workers and tools high above the ground. They're called aerial work platforms and are ...

What Does MEWP Stand For: Mobile Elevated Work Platform
The lifting equipment industry, like any other modern industry, has a long list of acronyms and abbreviations, the acronym MEWP is one of them. You may see it on a job site or in a ...

What is EWP: Elevated Work Platforms Guide
You've probably heard the term EWP mentioned around construction sites or industrial projects but might not know exactly what it stands for. Follow Ihurmo to find out more about Elevated Work Platforms (EWP) and their safety ...

The Ultimate Guide to Construction Equipment Management
Why Construction Equipment Management is Important? Construction equipment management is a consistent, systematic process of evaluating a company's equipments and its associated costs against the demands of current projects. The core objective is striking an ...

How to Choose a Material Hoist for Construction Project
IHURMO's goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to make an informed, confident decision. This guide cuts through the noise, providing a data-driven framework and in-depth analysis to help you navigate the ...

Passenger and Material Hoist Safety Standards and Key Applications
When observing any construction site with high-rise buliding, you would often notice certain types of vertical transportation elevators attached to the outer walls of the buildings. These machines, known as passenger and material hoists, are ...

Winch vs Hoist: The Key Differences
Knowing when to use a winch or a hoist helps you keep things safe on the job. A winch provides horizontal traction for load positioning, while hoists are designed for vertical lifting and lowering of loads. Choosing the ...






