Tower Crane

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 ...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
A worker in a hi-vis jacket uses an orange MEWP near windows on a multi-story building.

Crane Wind Speed Limit: What Need to Know for Safe Lifting

Wind ranks as the second leading cause of crane-related accidents globally. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) documented 1,125 tower crane accidents worldwide between 2000 and 2010, resulting in over 780 fatalities, 23% of these incidents ...
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Crane Rigging: Hardware Solutions in Tower Crane

What is Crane Rigging? Crane rigging refers to the process of preparing and securing loads before lifting them with a crane. This includes selecting the right equipment, attaching it to the load correctly, and ensuring ...
Cranes expertly hoist concrete at the site against a cloudy sky, marking the ideal spot for the tower crane.

Top 10 Construction Equipment Manufacturers – IHURMO

The global construction equipment market relies on innovation, durability, and performance. The leading construction equipment manufacturers drive progress by delivering heavy equipment, earthmoving solutions, and specialized machinery for mining, forestry, and infrastructure projects. This article highlights 10 leading industrial manufacturers to help ...
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Detail Guide to the Components of a Crane: Explain the Basic Part

Cranes are indispensable machines in various industries, from construction to manufacturing. These powerful devices are designed to lift, lower, and move heavy loads with precision and efficiency, making them essential for tasks that require strength ...
Diagram of a tower crane showing labeled parts: tower peak, jib, counter-jib, mast, turntable, counterweight, trolley, cab, hoist, hook block, main winch.

Complete Guide to Crane Hand Signals

Crane hand signals stand as the universal language that bridges the gap between crane operators and the ground crew, enabling safe and efficient operations in environments where verbal communication may be impossible due to distance, ...
Chart of hand signals for crane operations: stop, emergency stop, raise/lower boom, swing boom, and hoist/lower load.
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