The Different Types Of Lifting Equipment In Construction
Lifting equipment is an essential part of the construction industry. It involves lifting heavy objects from one place to another. Here is a list of the most common types of lifting equipment in construction.
Excavators
Excavators are primarily used for excavation or digging purposes, however, they are also effective as lifting equipment to carry objects off the ground. They are a safer option compared to other machinery and withstand a variety of weather conditions.
Tower Cranes
As their name suggests, tower cranes are effective for lifting equipment high off the ground. They are frequently used in construction projects with multi-story buildings. Due to their size, they can carry more weight than other heavy machinery.
Mobile Cranes
Mobile cranes are a slightly smaller type of lifting equipment in construction than tower cranes, but they can also carry a range of objects. Plus, they possess greater manoeuvrability which is perfect for small level use.
Forklifts
Forklifts help construction professionals carry heavy weight from the ground to a specific height. It is a comfortable form of lifting equipment and is easy to use.
Hydraulic Elevators
Hydraulic elevators are a new piece of lifting equipment on the construction scene. Still, they are very effective for moving materials in solid or solution form at medium height. They should not be used for taller heights as they can cause accidents or damages.
Dump Trucks
When it comes to carrying materials and heavy weights, dump trucks are a phenomenal type of lifting equipment. Even though they don’t have much use for heights, they have excellent weight carrying capacity.
A Range Of Lifts
On a construction site, there are a variety of lifts that are used for various purposes as well as having different weight capacities. This includes knuckle lifts and scissor lifts. Knuckle lifts are the most useful type of lifting equipment out of the two as it’s easy to operate and extremely mobile.
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