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12 Different Types of Construction Cranes
Cranes are powerful machines capable of lifting heavy loads. Their history dates back in the 515 BC when Greeks invented them to lift materials during construction of the Greek temple.
Ever since their invention, different crane types have evolved in terms of designs and capabilities – thus becoming a common feature in large construction projects.
Types of Construction Crane
Cranes are categorized as mobile or flexible depending on their mode of operation.
Mobile cranes are mounted on trends or wheels to enable them to move around, while flexible cranes are fixed to the ground or building to move loads along a fixed path.
Mobile Cranes
1. Truck-Mounted Crane
2. Crawler Crane
3. All Terrain Crane
4. Rough Terrain Crane
5. Carry Deck Crane
6. Aerial Crane
7. Floating Crane
8. Tower Crane
Types of Tower Cranes
i) Hammerhead Tower Crane
ii.) Luffing Tower Crane
iii.) Self-Erecting Tower Crane
9. Telescopic Crane
10. Telescopic Handler Crane
11. Bulk Handling Crane
12. Bridge/Overhead Crane
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