Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition
Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition

Author: Lawrence K. Shapiro

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2010-10-04

Total Pages: 683

ISBN-13: 0071625585

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The Definitive Handbook on Cranes and Derricks--Updated Per the Latest Standards and Equipment Fully revised throughout, Cranes and Derricks. Fourth Edition, offers comprehensive coverage of the selection, installation, and safe use of cranes and derricks on construction sites. Written for both engineers and non-engineers by the principals of an engineering consulting firm that has helped to define the state-of-the-art in crane and derrick engineering, this authoritative guide discusses a wide range of equipment and the operations, capabilities, advantages, and disadvantages of each device. References to U.S. and international codes and standards are included in this practical resource, as well as a comprehensive glossary. Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition, covers: Lifting equipment theory and fundamentals Crane and derrick types and configurations Mobile crane practices for both crawler and wheel-based cranes Multiple crane picks Installation design for tower cranes Jumping of tower cranes Chicago boom, guy, gin pole, stiffleg, and other forms of derricks Loads acting on cranes and the forces imposed by cranes on their supports Analysis of wind using ASCE-37 and ASCE-7 Stability against overturning Safety and risk management

Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition
Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition

Author: Lawrence Shapiro

Publisher: Mcgraw-hill

Published: 2010-09-21

Total Pages: 688

ISBN-13: 9780071625579

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The Definitive Handbook on Cranes and Derricks--Updated Per the Latest Standards and Equipment Fully revised throughout, Cranes and Derricks. Fourth Edition, offers comprehensive coverage of the selection, installation, and safe use of cranes and derricks on construction sites. Written for both engineers and non-engineers by the principals of an engineering consulting firm that has helped to define the state-of-the-art in crane and derrick engineering, this authoritative guide discusses a wide range of equipment and the operations, capabilities, advantages, and disadvantages of each device. References to U.S. and international codes and standards are included in this practical resource, as well as a comprehensive glossary. Cranes and Derricks, Fourth Edition, covers: Lifting equipment theory and fundamentals Crane and derrick types and configurations Mobile crane practices for both crawler and wheel-based cranes Multiple crane picks Installation design for tower cranes Jumping of tower cranes Chicago boom, guy, gin pole, stiffleg, and other forms of derricks Loads acting on cranes and the forces imposed by cranes on their supports Analysis of wind using ASCE-37 and ASCE-7 Stability against overturning Safety and risk management

Cranes & Derricks
Cranes & Derricks

Author: Howard I. Shapiro

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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Everything you need to know about using cranes and derricksIf you employ cranes, trust one rock-solid reference to provide tried-and-tested guidelines for selecting and working with them safely and efficiently. Nothing available covers the subject with the depth and expertise you'll find in Cranes and Derricks. The authors - Howard I.Shapiro, Jay P. Shapiro, and Lawrence K. Shapiro, are the principals of an international firm that's helped define the state-of-the-art in crane and derrick engineering.This new third edition addresses...*the latest innovations and technologies, including new telescopic crane attachments and heavy-lift mobile crane arrangements - both telescopic and lattice boom - and newly-permitted partial outrigger extensions*a solution to the problem of crane stability under dynamic loading*crane support considerations, pick-and-carry work, tailing operations, site access and other site issues*new information on safety and accident avoidance and risk management*and much, much more

Cranes and Derricks
Cranes and Derricks

Author: Howard I. Shapiro

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional

Published: 1999-07-27

Total Pages: 632

ISBN-13:

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"Written by a team of engineer/experts with an international practice, nearly 30 years' involvement in establishing industry standards, and in-depth experience in accident investigation, Cranes and Derricks is the definitive sourcebook in the field, covering every aspect of equipment design, job preparation, setup, management, machinery handling, and safety. It is the must-have reference for everyone involved with cranes and derricks, from the drawing board to delivery, operation, and storage."--BOOK JACKET.

Cranes & Derricks
Cranes & Derricks

Author: Howard I. Shapiro

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13:

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Everything you need to know about using cranes and derricksIf you employ cranes, trust one rock-solid reference to provide tried-and-tested guidelines for selecting and working with them safely and efficiently. Nothing available covers the subject with the depth and expertise you'll find in Cranes and Derricks. The authors - Howard I.Shapiro, Jay P. Shapiro, and Lawrence K. Shapiro, are the principals of an international firm that's helped define the state-of-the-art in crane and derrick engineering.This new third edition addresses...*the latest innovations and technologies, including new telescopic crane attachments and heavy-lift mobile crane arrangements - both telescopic and lattice boom - and newly-permitted partial outrigger extensions*a solution to the problem of crane stability under dynamic loading*crane support considerations, pick-and-carry work, tailing operations, site access and other site issues*new information on safety and accident avoidance and risk management*and much, much more