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‘RAISING’ THE STAKES IN VEGAS ConExpo 2020 Provides the Backdrop for New Crane Intros By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Rough-terrain crane buyers are on the hunt for bigger machines, in the 100-ton and 120-ton classes specifically. Crane manufacturers serving the North American market heard their customers loud and clear, and took advantage of ConExpo 2020 to unveil new models. Many of these machines featured new technology that answer customers’ demands for easier mobility and operation. In Las Vegas, Link-Belt Cranes, Lexington, Ky., displayed two new models, the 100RT and the 120RT, with features to benefit the crane operator. “One of these features is our new SmartFly system,” said Kelly Fiechter, product manager, RT cranes of Link-Belt. “This SmartFly system can be installed by one person, from the ground, in about five minutes. The great thing is its interlock feature makes the fly installation process simple. And because the fly can be installed from the ground, the need for personnel to work from a ladder is greatly minimized.” The SmartFly technology was first introduced on Link-Belt’s HTC-86110 telescopic truck crane after collaboration between engineers and the customers. The result is a streamlined process for fly assembly that can be easily understood by operators. 10
Terex introduced the 80-ton capacity TRT 80US roughterrain crane with a main boom length of 138 ft. and the first model featuring the Terex Operating System. TEOS represents next-generation technology with a completely new man-machine interface.
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Also featured on both RT cranes is Link-Belt’s Pulse 2.0 LMI computer, with which the operator can select infinite outrigger combinations. Working in conjunction with the crane’s rating manual, it means the operator is always working from a printed chart regardless of outrigger positioning. Link-Belt reports that first shipments of the 100-ton 100RT were delivered in the third quarter of 2019 for projects ranging from general construction to chemical plant work. The crane has a five-section 40.6- to 155-ft. full-power formed boom. On this model, SmartFly is available as a two-piece, 35- to 58-ft. on-board off-settable fly with manual offsets at 0, 15, 30 and 45 degrees. A 16-ft. lattice insert extension provides a maximum tip height of 237 ft. First shipments of the 120-ton model 120RT were delivered during the fourth quarter of 2019. It has a six-section 38.3- to 64.1-ft. pin-and-latch formed boom and the two-piece 35- to 58-ft. on-board off-settable fly with ground controls for fly assist and boom hoist cylinders, and offsets at 0, 15, 30, and Equipped with Link-Belt’s SmartFly system, the fly on the new 100RT rough-terrain crane can be installed 45 degrees. Two 16-ft. lattice insert by one person from the ground in about five minutes. Its interlock feature simplifies the fly installation extensions provide a maximum tip process, and minimizes the need for personnel to work from a ladder. height of 261.7 ft. Also on display at ConExpo was Grove’s GRT9165, a 165-ton “Many of our customers wanted to fill a void in the 120-ton class, and also increase their crane utilization with easier trans- capacity crane that features a 205-ft., six-section, pinned boom. portability, greater reach and capacity and improved access for Designed for easy transport, it has a compact overall height of serviceability,” said John Bair, product manager for RT cranes of 12.4 ft. Terex Cranes, Westport, Conn., introduced both new RT Manitowoc Cranes, Milwaukee, Wisc. “We were able to accomplish this through an all-new carrier design along with several models and new technologies at ConExpo. The new 80-ton capacity TRT 80US, unveiled in Las Vegas, has a main boom other new features, driven by market demand.” At ConExpo, Manitowoc introduced the 120-ton capacity length of 138 ft., and is the first model featuring Terex Operating Grove GRT120 as one of five new cranes the company showed System TEOS, designed to increase job efficiency. The crane’s in Las Vegas. With a 197-ft. long boom — the longest in its class compact design eases transportability and improves maneuver— and best-in-class load charts, and a new carrier designed for ability in crowded job sites and confined spaces. It has four increased versatility and utilization, it is the latest in Grove’s GRT steering modes and three telescoping boom modes, including line of RT cranes. The compact carrier design features flat deck- two jib configurations, to 26 and 46 ft. The cab features all-new ing for improved maneuverability, serviceability and jobsite steering column, new dashboard and a 10-in. display. LED lights are also part of the standard machine. access. TEOS represents next-generation technology with a comManitowoc is marketing the crane for work in the petrochemical, construction and wind power industries. It has a maximum pletely new man-machine interface, said Chris Johnson, Terex’s lifting height of 265 ft. when equipped with a 57.6-ft. bi-fold North American sales director. “We developed this new operating system following two pivswingaway extension. The swingaway extension comes in otal principles: Keep the functionality customers appreciate from either manual or hydraulically off-settable configurations. previous models, such as our operating range limiter, engine automatic throttle, integrated diagnostics, and improve informaFeatures for Efficiency The company’s proprietary new MAXbase asymmetrical out- tion flow, usability and maintenance.” He said it’s a new experience that will help new operators to rigger system, engineered for versatility in crane setup, is also quickly learn the machine Terex started with a self-explanatory new. “This feature, combined with the lightweight, compact carrier icon system in the cab. “ConExpo is the main trade show in North America and was and long boom, make this crane ideal for congested jobsites that require maximum reach,” according to Manitowoc. The full- the perfect opportunity to show our new model TRT 80US with vision cab is wider, and with 20-degree tilt, maximizes operator TEOS. Our TEOS system received excellent feedback during the comfort and visibility. The RT’s Boom Configurator mode sim- show for its clarity, ease of operation and its innovation. We are very excited about delivering this into our customers.” plifies telescoping provides on-board lift planning. He said Terex considers North America a critically important “We were able to add smart sensing outrigger cylinders in lieu of string pots that, along with nearly every component on the market, “one where we have been very successful for many crane, were tested well past industry standards at our Product years.” Because of this success, the company continues to develVerification Center to ensure reliability on the job site,” Bair said op products for this region and invest in its parts and service in announcing the crane’s launch. “We’ve also added a wireless, offerings. handheld rigging remote for quick and easy set up on site.” continued on page 12 For information about advertising in or submitting articles for Construction Equipment Guide’s Crane Product & Service Guide, call 800/523-2200 or e-mail: cmongeau@cegltd.com
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Cummins QSB 6.7 diesel engine is Tier-Ill compliant. The crane “With the already proven RT100US in the market and the TRT also has an off-settable jib at 0, -20 and -40 degrees, as well as an 80US undergoing final testing, we are already on to developing auxiliary winch. “Localization has always been central to Zoomlion’s internationour next model for this region.” Tadano America Corp., Houston, Texas, showcased three new alization," said Nicky Zhang, manager, North America Zoomlion RT cranes in Vegas in its flagship GR product line. The GR- Heavy Industry. “We strive to provide North American customers 1000XLL-4, GR-1000XL-4 and GR-800XL-4, all designed to tackle with high-quality products and services.” work in confined spaces, represent a full model upgrade for the Market adaptability is key to XCMG’s approach to North manufacturer’s 75- to 100-ton lifting class launched in 2011. American customers. The Chinese crane manufacturer brought its At 167.3 ft., the boom on the Model GR-1000XLL-4 is longer Model XCR60L5 RT crane to Las Vegas in March. The company than that of its predecessor GR-1000XL-3. Equipped with Tadano’s new Smart Counterweight system, the crane offers the operator touts the RT’s best-in-class turning radius and maneuverability two counterweight positions to increase lifting capacity. With a between construction sites. An exclusive double-pump design redesigned cab, visibility and comfort are improved, as are the improves operation control and efficiency while the crane’s energy-saving hydraulic system and ECO control, automatic start/stop controls. With an upgraded maximum lift capacity of 80 tons and a long engine, and torque converter with locking function reduce fuel boom of 154.2 ft., the GR-800XL-4 has a gross vehicle weight of consumption by 5 to 20 percent. CQ 99,800 lbs. for easy transportability. It’s cab and fittings have been remodeled for work efficiency, operability and visibility. The multifunction color touch panel display is 10.4 in., and contains crane work information and operation settings. The pressure-sensitive touch panel display allows operation while wearing gloves. The cab instrument panel shape, height and angle of the glass face also have been modified for better visibility from the driver’s seat. All three machines feature the new 20degree cab tilt function, designed to reduce fatigue when operating the crane for long periods of time. The “Smart Counterweight” system featured on both the GR-1000XLL-4 and GR1000XL-4 enables the counterweight to offer two mounting positions. It increases the load Manitowoc’s 120-ton chart by up to approximately capacity Grove 20%, and its on-board location GRT120 has a 197-ft. maximizes crane performance. long boom and a new compact Yorkville, Wisc.-based carrier designed with flat decking Zoomlion North America disfor improved maneuverability, played 14 earthmoving and serviceability, and jobsite access. construction machines at this year’s ConExpo show. “Localized” for the North American market, the group included the rough-terrain Model RT60, designed to T4F emission standards. It has a 142-ft. long boom with a telescoping system that consists of a two-stage hydraulic cylinder with a rope extension mechanism. The crane’s formed boom is manufactured with high-yield steel to reduce operating weight and maximize crane performance. A full-vision operator cab was designed for maximum comfort and ease of operation, while the crane’s
At ConExpo, Manitowoc introduced the 120-ton capacity Grove GRT120 as one of five new cranes the company showed in Las Vegas.
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A LIFT UP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WORLD
At the remote Antarctic site, the RT540E works in some of the harshest climates in the world. Located 2,250 nautical mi. southwest of Perth, Davis station is the most southern station in the Australian Antarctic Program. Temperatures at the station can drop down to -140F (-60C).
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he Australian government has deployed a Grove RT540E Researching Climate Data rough-terrain crane to work at Davis station, one of the four The Australian Antarctic Program investigates the role of research stations in the Australian Antarctic Program. The Antarctica and the Southern Ocean in the global climate system. RT540E joins five other Grove rough-terrain cranes at the site Davis station supports the Australian Antarctic Program through and is used to load and unload cargo for resupply at the stations, a range of scientific research on climate, weather, ecosystems, ice as well as construct and maintain the station’s infrastructure. and animals. Scientists at Davis station have many opportunities to At the remote Antarctic site, the RT540E works in some of the study the Antarctic ecology and environment, especially since harshest climates in the world. Located 2,250 nautical mi. south- wildlife is abundant near the station. Several types of seals and west of Perth, Davis station is the penguins can be found most southern station in the near the station, including Australian Antarctic Program. the popular Emperor penTemperatures at the station can guins who breed during drop down to minus 140F (-60C). some of the Earth’s worst “The RT540E is a very resilient weather conditions. crane and we equipped it with the The six Grove cranes optional arctic weather package to used by the Australian enable it to work in temperatures Antarctic Program are down to a maximum of minus 104F deployed across its three (-40C). On station, operators use the research stations, which crane at temperatures no lower than are located in Davis, minus 68F (-20C),” said Federico Mawson and Casey. The Lovera, Manitowoc’s regional prodcranes are typically used uct manager of rough terrains. over the summer, when The optional arctic weather packthe conditions are better. age includes low viscosity synthetic The stations also have oils and 240-volt heaters on the The RT540E is a 38.5 ton (35 t) capacity crane with a 101.7 ft. (31 m) four- mechanics on site to engine, batteries and hydraulic tanks section main boom, plus an optional 26 to 45 ft. (7.9 to 13.7 m) telescopic ensure the cranes are to ensure smooth operation in the swingaway, which delivers a maximum tip height of 154 ft. (47 m). properly thawed and freezing climate. maintained. Typical service The RT540E is a 38.5 ton (35 t) capacity crane with a 101.7 ft. issues include making sure the tires don’t crack from the cold or (31 m) four-section main boom, plus an optional 26 to 45 ft. (7.9 melting snow that ingresses into the boom and cab to prevent to 13.7 m) telescopic swingaway, which delivers a maximum tip issues with boom extensions or retraction ropes freezing into an height of 154 ft. (47 m). The boom incorporates a rectangular ice block. The cranes are returned to Australia every 10 years for boom shape made from 100 k.s.i. steel which eliminates weight major inspection or replacement. and maximizes structural capacities. For more information, visit www.manitowoc.com. For information about advertising in or submitting articles for Construction Equipment Guide’s Crane Product & Service Guide, call 800/523-2200 or e-mail: cmongeau@cegltd.com
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Mammoet, a global market leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, has successfully completed its role in the construction of Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel.
TRULY NEW HEIGHTS Mammoet, a global market leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, has successfully completed its role in the construction of Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel. Developed by Meraas, Ain Dubai sits on Bluewaters in the heart of Dubai and once operational, it will provide residents and visitors extensive views of the iconic city of Dubai and its shoreline. In 2014 Hyundai Engineering & Construction (HDEC), the main contractor on the project, awarded Mammoet the heavy lifting contract to install the key structural elements of the wheel. Being
involved in the early phase of the project enabled Mammoet to present an installation method that delivered greater efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness. They proposed installing the largest elements, the legs and spindle, directly from the barge they arrived on onto foundations with two of their super heavy lift cranes. This eliminated the need for temporary storage, multiple barge transports and working at extreme heights. “Having been involved in the construction of many of the UAE’s iconic landmarks, such as Burj Al Arab and its expan-
sion, Dubai Metro, Dubai Mall, and the luxury Five hotel on Palm Jumeirah island, we are pleased to add another one to our successes in the Middle East. Working on Ain Dubai alongside our valuable client HDEC is an honor and a privilege. Engineering capabilities, operational excellence and the remarkable cooperation of the entire project team ensured that the project was delivered successfully and incident-free,” said Michel Bunnik, commercial director, Mammoet Middle East and Africa. “I have no doubt that Ain Dubai will earn its place among the world’s most famous landmarks, setting a new precedent in the tourism industry and making Dubai a ‘first choice’ destination for the international leisure and business traveler. We are committed to supporting Dubai’s ambitions to strengthen its position as a global city and business hub of the Middle East,” he added.
Lifting the Legs and Spindle
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In 2016, Mammoet successfully positioned Ain Dubai’s four legs onto their foundations and lifted the spindle. Working closely with its client in the planning phase, Mammoet proposed the safest and most efficient method would be to install each component in one piece. Therefore, the legs and the spindle were prefabricated off site by others before being transported by barge to the installation site. This delivered multiple time-saving and safety benefits. It reduced the number of barge trips required and each component was built safely at ground level before being lifted into place, eliminating the risks of working at heights.
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Each 890-ton leg measured 413 ft. (126 m) long and 21 ft. (6.5 m) in diameter. They were rolled onto Mammoet’s barge using 40 axle lines of SPMT at the fabrication yard in AbuDhabi. Once on the barge, the legs were securely floated to the site. For the installation, Mammoet paired the world’s biggest crane — PTC 200-DS — a 5,000-ton ring crane, with a 3,000-ton crawler crane. Together they ensured the stability and flexibility required to lift each leg and the spindle from the barge into position, while working 449 ft. (137 m) above the ground. Subsequently, Mammoet set a world record by lifting the 1,900-ton spindle to sit on top of the four legs: it was the heaviest and highest tandem lift ever undertaken worldwide.
Lifting the Wheel Rim Sections Following the positioning of the legs and the spindle, Mammoet lifted eight rim pieces and temporary spokes. The 3,000-ton crawler crane was the only crane capable of carrying out these lifts. Its high capacity combined with its long lift radius could meet the distance between the barge and the installation point and lift each 700-ton section in one motion, without the need to set them down or reconfigure the crane.
Mammoet set a world record by lifting the 1,900-ton spindle to sit on top of the four legs: it was the heaviest and highest tandem lift ever undertaken worldwide.
Removal of Temporary Braces and Spokes
Each 890-ton leg measured 413 ft. (126 m) long and 21 ft. (6.5 m) in diameter.
Over a period of three and a half months, Mammoet supported the removal of the temporary spokes until all eight temporary spokes were disconnected from the wheel.
Over a period of three and a half months, Mammoet supported the removal of the temporary spokes until all eight temporary spokes were disconnected from the wheel. Each 367 ft. (112-m) long spoke, weighing 470 tons, was skillfully lifted off the structure in tandem by Mammoet’s 600-ton and 400-ton crawler cranes. For more information, visit www.mammoet.com.
Following the positioning of the legs and the spindle, Mammoet lifted eight rim pieces and temporary spokes.
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Central specified a 550-ton (499 t) Liebherr LTM 1450-8.1 all-terrain crane for the work. It was configured with 52 ft. (15.8 m) of main boom, 138 ft. (42 m) of luffing jib, and 295,400 lbs. (133,991 kg) of counterweight.
OVERCOMING EVERY CONCEIVABLE HARDSHIP U rban settings can be tough environments in which to operate a crane.
A recent project in downtown Chicago highlighted seemingly every conceivable hardship inherent to city work, yet each was overcome due to diligence, teamwork and careful planning. It began when managers of a 44-story office building in the city’s central business district needed to add two new generators to the building to accommodate a new tenant. A seemingly simple call to action, of course assuming you have a crane with enough muscle and boom length to get the generators lifted into place. However, the challenges included tight quarters (bounded on three sides by other buildings), overhead obstructions from these neighboring buildings, concern about street traffic, uncertainty about ground stability and the 18
unpredictability of Chicago’s winter weather. Central Contractors Service, a member of the ALL Family of Companies, and a staple of the Chicagoland crane scene since the 1940s, provided the crane for the lifts. Central worked closely with Mike Walsh and his team at Dearborn Engineers & Constructors, the heavy-lift and engineering consultant on the project. Central specified a 550-ton (499 t) Liebherr LTM 1450-8.1 all-terrain crane for the work. It was configured with 52 ft. (15.8 m) of main boom, 138 ft. (42 m) of luffing jib, and 295,400 lbs. (133,991 kg) of counterweight. The generators arrived at the job site on trailers, which were parked in an alley next to the high rise. The alley was a scant 18 ft. (5.4 m) across. From here, the operator
would pick and hoist each unit to the top of a four-story section of the building, where they would be installed. Each generator weighed 52,000 lbs. (23,586 kg) and was 40 ft. (12 m) long, 13 ft. (3.9 m) high, and 10 ft. (3 m) wide. Due to the narrowness of the alley, the crane’s operator had only 3.5 ft. (1 m) of clearance on each side, made even more potentially treacherous due to Chicago’s windy reputation. Dearborn Engineers conducted extensive analysis of the site in the weeks leading up to the lifts, including use of drones, ground-penetrating radar and 3-D laser scanning. The methods provided a full view of the workspace from above, all sides, and even underground. The preparation proved invaluable to the ultimate success of the job. Dearborn’s
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mapping and analysis aided Central in selecting the ideal positioning of the crane among the restrictive confines. Every inch mattered, as there was just 6 ft. (1.8 m) of clearance on one side for the luffing jib to swing with each generator. Another result of the pre-lift planning was discovery of the need to place underground supports beneath the surrounding sidewalk. In older cities, basements sometimes extend beyond the footprint of the visible structure, which was the case here. The network of undergirding strengthened the ground above to ably support the weight of the crane and its load. The preliminary work created the best possible lift environment in what could have been problematic in less capable hands. The operator from Central Contractors Service picked and set both generators precisely and safely. The job was even completed several hours ahead of schedule, remarkable considering the host of hurdles that had to be cleared. For more information, call 800/2324100 or visit www.allcrane.com.  Dearborn Engineers & Constructors, 2020 photo
The generators arrived at the job site on trailers, which were parked in an alley next to the high rise. The alley was a scant 18 ft. (5.4 m) across. From here, the operator would pick and hoist each unit to the top of a four-story section of the building, where they would be installed.
Dearborn Engineers & Constructors, 2020 photo
Each generator weighed 52,000 lbs. (23,586 kg) and was 40 ft. (12 m) long, 13 ft. (3.9 m) high, and 10 ft. (3 m) wide. For information about advertising in or submitting articles for Construction Equipment Guide’s Crane Product & Service Guide, call 800/523-2200 or e-mail: cmongeau@cegltd.com
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HOW TO
NOT TO
MISUNDERSTAND CRANE OPERATOR CERTIFICATION
By James Headley SPECIAL TO CEG
Crane operator certification is the second of OSHA’S three steps to operator qualification. By now, most people who use cranes are aware that crane operator certification is firmly established as federal law. That officially occurred on December 10, 2018, but it took more than thirty years to happen. I remember jokingly telling someone years ago that I would probably be dead before operator certification became law. Since my birthday is December 9, I’m thankful that the prophesy was not fulfilled. It is important to understand that the certification law applies to operators of all “power-operated equipment, when used in construction, that can hoist, lower and horizontally move a suspended load.” OSHA provides many examples of this equipment, including articulating boom cranes, mobile cranes, tower cranes, overhead cranes, gantry cranes, multi-purpose machines etc. It’s also important to note that the regulation applies to that equipment only when it’s used in construction. After learning this, students at the Crane Institute commonly ask: Do our operators have to be certified if we operate in a plant? How do we know when we are under the OSHA construction standard rather than the general industry regulation? Perhaps a little help from OSHA will suffice: “Construction work means work for construction, alteration, and/or repair, including painting and decorating.” If a crane is being used to construct something new or to alter or repair something, it is being used to perform construction work. 20
Therefore, its operator must be certified even though the crane is operated in an industrial or manufacturing facility, which is not normally considered a construction site.
A Little History The road to operator certification began when some serious crane accidents became public, particularly the tower crane collapse in the center of the financial district in San Francisco on November 28, 1989. Due to the immense public exposure that accident and others received, people began to note that crane operators did not need to be licensed or certified. At the time, however, a few training companies did offer operator certification. In fact, the Crane Institute of America was established to create an operator certification program. The program required candidates to have at least three years of operating experience and to pass written tests with a score of at least 80 percent. Even though the certification programs were not accredited, they provided a template for future accred- ited programs. In the mid-80s, a crane and rigging association began exploring development of an accredited certification program, which became a reality in the mid-90s. To understand the thinking back then, see the article, “Certification Needed More Than Ever,” Cranes Today, November 1990.
Certification Misunderstood Sadly, the significance of operator certification has been misunderstood right from the start. In the distant past, most people thought that formal training made an operator qualified to run a crane. When certification came along, the thinking changed. Most people assumed certi- fication signified that a crane operator was qualified.
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Both are false indicators. I have many times heard operators say: “So and so is certified to operate this type of crane, but workers are afraid to work with him. That organization’s certifications are no good. He should be able to operate better than that!” Here is what they failed to understand. Operator certification is much like an automobile driver’s license — some people even think it’s more like a learner’s permit. Considering how poorly some people drive automobiles these days, I think we can agree that not all licensed drivers are really qualified to drive a car. When a person applies for a driver’s license, the state tests whether he or she correctly recognizes road signs and lane markers, knows the rules of the road, and understands how to drive safely. The applicant must then pass a practical on-road driving test to prove he or she can actually drive a car. The applicant can take the test in any car. He or she can choose one that’s small, easy to drive, and easy to park. During the test, the prospective driver doesn’t have to drive in the mountains, on icy roads, in hard rain, or in other situations that require more skill. Applicants need only demonstrate they can meet minimum knowledge and driving requirements. Crane operator certification is similar.
Accredited Testing Today, crane operators have three options for meeting OSHA’s certification requirements. One option is licensing by a state or local government. A second option is certification through an audited employer program. However, both of those options have limitations. For example, unless there is reciprocity with other states, a license is good only in the state where it is issued. If an operator is certified through an audited employer program, the operator is certified only while working for that employer. Most crane operators use the third option: being certified by one of the four accredited testing organizations that are recognized by federal OSHA. An operator certification from any of the four accredited testing organizations is equally good and complies with the law. That’s because an accredited testing organization has voluntarily had its materials and processes verified by an independent, impartial examiner like ANSI or NCCA. ANSI or NCCA accreditation assures that the testing/certifying organization meets or exceeds OSHA’s minimum requirements. (d)(1) “For a certification to satisfy the requirements of this section, the crane operator testing organization providing the certification must: (i) be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency based on that agency’s determination that industry-recognized criteria for written testing materials, practical examinations, test administration, grading, facilities/equipment, and personnel have been met. (ii) Administer written and practical tests that: (A) Assess the operator applicant regarding, at a minimum, the knowledge and skills listed in paragraphs (j)(1) and (2) of this section. (B) Provide certi fication based on equipment type, or type and capacity...” Note: The crane operator testing organization must be accredited, not the certifications.
Developing a Certification Let’s look at how those requirements are used in developing a certification, for example a certification for mobile crane operators. Written Tests: First, written tests are not provided by OSHA or the accrediting agency (ANSI or NCCA). Subject matter experts from the testing organization develop them by following assessment standards and industry-recognized criteria for written testing materials. Second, OSHA says that the written test must determine that:
(j)(1)(i) The individual knows the information necessary for safe operation of the specific type of equipment the individual will operate, including all of the following: (A) The controls and operational/performance characteristics. (B) Use of, and the ability to calculate (manually or with a calculator), load/capacity information on a variety of configurations of the equipment. (C) Procedures for preventing and responding to power line contact. (D) Technical knowledge of the subject matter criteria listed in appendix C of this subpart applicable to the specific type of equipment the individual will operate. Use of the appendix C criteria meets the requirements of this provision. (E) Technical knowledge applicable to the suitability of the supporting ground and surface to handle expected loads, site hazards, and site access. (F) This subpart, including applicable incorporated materials. (ii) The individual is able to read and locate relevant information in the equip- ment manual and other materials containing information referred to in paragraph (j)(1)(i) of this section. Practical Tests — Like written tests, OSHA or the accrediting agency (ANSI or NCCA) do not provide practical tests. Practical tests are developed by subject matter experts from the testing organization and must determine that: (2) ...the individual has the skills necessary for safe operation of the equipment, including the following: (i) Ability to recognize, from visual and auditory observation, the items listed in 1926.1412(d) (shift inspection). (ii) Operational and maneuvering skills. (iii) Application of load chart information. (iv) Application of safe shut-down and securing. Type and/orType and Capacity: OSHA originally required crane operator certification to be based both on a piece of equipment’s type and its capacity. But before certifica- tion became law, OSHA changed the requirement to also allow certification just by type of equipment, without regard to capacity. Most certification providers issue certifications based just on the type of crane. For operators of lattice-boom crawler cranes, Crane Institute Certification (CIC) also bases its certification solely on crane type because those cranes typically have very high capacities. Because cranes with telescoping booms have such a wide range of capacities, CIC provides certifications with different capacity levels, for example under 21 tons, 21 to 75 tons, and over 75 tons. Certification by type and capacity is generally considered to be a higher level of certification. (See “Crane Operator Certification — Getting it Right” Crane Hot Line, March 2018.)
Developing a Practical Test You might be surprised that the four testing organizations use different methods to test operator skill. Some configure the course using balls atop poles. Others use barrels and traffic cones. Any way is acceptable if it determines that the individual has met the prescribed practical criteria. However, some practical exams are inherently more difficult. It depends on the design of the exam course, the crane that’s used, crane configuration, and how the exam is scored. So how do you develop practical test that determines the individual has at least the knowledge and skills to safely operate the type or type and capacity of crane for which he or she is being certified? Since I am closely associated with one of the accredited certification providers, Crane Institute Certification (CIC), I will take you through our process as we designed practical exams for certifying mobile crane operators. continued on page 23
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LIFTING
A LEGEND
An artist in Norman, Okla., Jocelyn Russell, was commissioned to create a 3,800 lb. bronze statue of Secretariat racing with its famed jockey, Ron Turcotte. Wilhite Crane & Rigging of Lexington lifted the Secretariat statue in late fall 2019. The statue was lifted with its Link-Belt 60-ton HTC-8660 Series II. The statue is located at the center of a traffic roundabout at Alexandria Drive and Old Frankfort Pike outside of Lexington and is valued at roughly $300,000.
CRANE INDUSTRY SERVICES
NAMES NEW MANAGER
Ray Rice brings more than 20 years of experience from the heavy equipment, aerospace and defense industry.
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Crane Industry Services (CIS) expanded its team with the addition of Ray Rice, business development manager. Rice brings more than 20 years of experience from the heavy equipment, aerospace and defense industry. “Ray is well versed in how simulation-based training, software tools, and technology can be leveraged to improve proficiency of equipment operators and is familiar with CM Labs Vortex simulators,” said Debbie Dickinson, CEO of CIS. CIS utilizes a variety of simulation tools, including the new Vortex Edge Plus and Vortex Advantage, in the delivery of a variety of craft and safety leadership training, qualification, and testing programs. In addition, CIS is an authorized re-seller of CM-Labs Vortex simulators. Rice will be responsible for delivering crane operator and rigger training solutions for mili-
tary, utility, port, and construction industries. As an accredited NCCER training sponsor, CIS also has access to more than 80 different construction curriculum and assessment programs. In addition, Rice will lead implementation of CIS' newest behavioral simulation tools in Leading Safety Works, a project management safety program. The program is based on a practical 90-day planning system that makes problem-solving immediately effective and replicable. The system helps project leaders and managers identify critical opportunities to change conditions and improve practices on every job site. “I am glad to be a member of the CIS team. My job is to drive innovation in the lifting and heavy equipment training industry, and expand how CIS serves customers,” said Rice. For more information, call 770/783-9292 or visit www.centeredonsafety.com.
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A CELEBRATION AT CONEXPO Vanwyck Crane Service celebrated its partnership with Manitowoc Cranes during the first day of ConExpo 2020. Colby Bingaman, Mike Reed and JJ Grace, all of Manitowoc Cranes, hosted Doug Vanwyck (second from L) at the Manitowoc booth, presenting him with a celebratory plaque to commemorate his company’s dedication to using Manitowoc cranes. For more information, visit www.manitowoc.com.
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First, we considered that the multitude of differences between mobile cranes makes it unfeasible to test for every difference, for example controls, computers, types, configurations, and mountings. However, mobile cranes can easily be divided into two major categories: friction and hydraulic. Friction cranes can be very complex. Their operators must engage gears and clutches to raise and lower booms and use foot brakes to control load lowering. Conversely, hydraulic cranes have self-setting brakes for both load and boom hoists. Thus, hydraulic cranes require less skill to operate. It’s a little like driving a car equipped with an automatic transmission as opposed to one with manual shift. Friction cranes haven’t been manufactured for a long time, but many are still at work. CIC is the only testing organization that offers a certification for operators of friction cranes. Before developing our practical exams, we asked ourselves: “What major difference causes one mobile crane to require more operator skill than another?” The answer reveals what a practical exam should be based on. Is it friction versus hydraulic? Arguably, no. Is it the type of mobile crane? Again, the answer is, no. So, what is it that demands more skill to operate a mobile crane safely? The answer: the length of the boom. Decades ago, when I operated cranes, my union knew it. Our officials negotiated more money per hour for operating cranes with longer booms. New York City and Chicago both know it, too. The width, depth, and shape of the boom don’t matter; only the length does. So we at CIC base our practical exam on boom length. We also separate our telescoping boom certifications into capacity levels of small, medium, and large. Lower- capacity certifica-
tions test with a shorter boom. Higher-capacity certifications test with a longer one. A longer boom makes controlling the load more difficult and causes the course to be set up farther from the operator. That combination makes for a harder exam. The benefit is that only one practical exam is required for up to six certifications. For example, if an operator applies for a lattice boom or a large (over 75-ton) telescoping boom certification, the practical test will use a 120’ boom. If that operator also applies for telescoping-boom certifications of lower capacity levels, (under 21 tons, or 21 to 75 tons), he or she must take the written tests for the lower-capacity certifications, but the practical test with the long (120’) boom suffices for both certifications because the lesser-capacity certification would require a practical test with only a 36’ or 75’ boom. It would be ridiculous to require tests on shorter boom lengths after the applicant passed the 120’ boom test. This practical exam has many advantages. Since only one practical test is needed, the equipment cost will be much lower. Also, applicants need less time off of the job, which saves money. But the largest benefit is that the individual took a test centered on the main thing that affects the safe opera- tion of the crane: boom length. Next month, we’ll wrap up the series by looking at the third, and final, step to operator qualification: evaluation. James Headley is the CEO of Crane Institute of America. Headley holds a bachelor’s degree in education and worked as a crane operator and oiler for 16 years before founding his company. He can be reached at jheadley@ craneinstitute.com. (This story was reprinted with permission from CRANE HOT LINE, July 2019 issue.)
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BOOMING
CRANE GROVE
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(L-R): Stephan Blum, yard manager; Daniel Gödert, company officer; Markus Blum, field service; Gabriele Marx, scheduling; Tobias Clodo, Scheduling; dog Nivo, dunning management; Birgit Steil, managing director; Niclas Kany, scheduling; Frank Nicklas, branch manager; and Lars Stephany, city crane operator. The people at Steil Kranarbeiten are convinced that the Demag AC 45 City is a machine that should be found in every fleet — that is why the Trier-based company has now put three of these cranes into operation at various locations simultaneously. “We’ll be using the cranes primarily indoors, as that’s where they can really shine with their compact dimensions and their ability to steplessly telescope the boom while under load. In fact, the AC 45 City is considerably more impressive than its already-great predecessor in this regard,” said Daniel Gödert, company officer.
GROVE
The ALL Family of Companies has strengthened its rough-terrain crane fleet with the acquisition of four 165-ton (149 t) Grove GRT9165s. Introduced in 2018, the GRT9165 is now the highest-capacity, longest-reaching Grove rough-terrain crane. Its 205-ft. (62.6 m), six-section pinned boom is 5 ft. (1.5 m) longer than that of other models. “The Grove GRT9165 brings versatility and cost-effective operation to the fleet, along with unparalleled reach and muscle,” said Michael L. Liptak, CEO and president, ALL Family of Companies. “Having four of these units in our fleet gives us an exciting new option for our customers across North America.” RTs are in high demand at sites as diverse as power plants, general urban construction and revitalizing the nation's infrastructure on highway, road and bridge projects. The GRT9165 also boasts a newly redesigned cab that will eventually be added to all Manitowoc units. The wider body and easier controls are getting rave review from operators, who appreciate the extra room, increased visibility, and 20degree tilt capability, according to the manufacturer.
SALES
(L-R) are Jeremy Torgerson of Hayden-Murphy; Colby Bingaman of Manitowoc; Traci and Tim Mohr of SCU; and Ken Boehm and Randy Schmoll, both of Hayden-Murphy. SCU Crane and Rigging (SCU) celebrated the purchase of a new Grove GHC140 telescopic crawler crane at ConExpo 2020. The crane, which is the highest-capacity model in the Grove telescopic crawler range, was launched in 2019 and features best-in-class load charts for its capacity range. The company commemorated the new addition to its fleet with Grove dealer Hayden-Murphy at Manitowoc's booth in Las Vegas, where the exact crane it purchased was on display.
LIEBHERR
Cranes Inc. President Rob Weiss (L) and Liebherr’s Daniel Pitzer celebrate the delivery of the first in the United States Liebherr LTM 1110-5.1 mobile crane. “I’m thrilled to be the first customer in the country to receive an LTM 1110-5.1,” said Rob Weiss, Cranes Inc. president. “We’ve always been kind of a pioneer with Liebherr. We’ve had the first LR 1350s in the country. We’ve been the first for a lot of products. I have a lot of faith and trust in the product and I think nobody makes a better crane and we’ve always been proud to feature Liebherr in our fleet.” The LTM 1110-5.1 combines enhanced lifting capacity with a 171 ft. (52 m) telescopic boom and high worldwide mobility. The crane, first introduced at bauma 2019, has a wide range of driving configurations, which allow it to operate on roads all over the world. It is equipped with VarioBase Plus, Liebherr’s support base technology. The rear outriggers have a double-stage design, which allows for a wider supporting base at the rear of the crane, resulting in increased load capacities.
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NEWS
LIEBHERR
LIEBHERR
Liebherr USA Co. and the leadership of Maxim Crane Works following the handover of an LTM 1650-8.1 mobile crane on the first day of ConExpo 2020. In one of Liebherr’s first handovers at ConExpo 2020, Maxim Crane Works took delivery of a Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 mobile crane during the first day of North America’s construction machinery trade show. “We feel that the 8-axle Liebherr will provide our customers and our team with the most versatile and reliable machine in its class,” said Frank Bardonaro, chief operating officer of Maxim. “As we continuously review the current and future needs of our customers throughout the U.S., it is clear that the need for large all-terrain cranes will continue to lead the way toward the future and we are confident that this is the best machine in its class.” The LTM 1650-8.1 is an 8-axle mobile crane with a 770-ton (650 t) capacity. Two boom options are available — 177 or 263 ft. (54 or 80 m). It is equipped with Vario Ballast and Vario Base. The LTM 16508.1 continues to use Liebherr’s single engine concept.
RECENT PURCHASES, DELIVERIES
(L-R) are: Aiden Doherty, Richard Petrosa II and Thomas Auringer, all of US Crane; James Rex and Christoph Kleiner, both of Liebherr; Declan Loye, US Crane; Marc Staley, Hale Trailer; and Massimo Greci, Gabriella Truck Sales. US Crane and Rigging LLC owner Thomas Auringer placed an order for seven Liebherr cranes at the Liebherr stand at the ConExpo. The order consists of two all-terrain cranes (LTM), two rough terrain cranes (LRT) and three tele crawlers (LTR). The cranes will be delivered throughout 2020. Richard Petrosa II, chief operating officer of US Crane & Rigging LLC said, “US Crane is increasing its operating area from New York’s Tri-State area into the Southeast and West Coast. Our new plant is centered in Fort Lauderdale. These cranes will play an integral part to that expansion. We trust in the Liebherr Cranes and hope that this purchase makes the relationship between US Crane and Liebherr even stronger and more prosperous.” US Crane and Rigging is headquartered in Brooklyn, N.Y.
LIEBHERR
Stephen Vinot, (C), operations manager of SKV Crane and Rigging, celebrates the handover of the LR 1800 with Liebherr staff at the company’s ConExpo booth. SKV Crane & Rigging has added a Liebherr LR 1800-1.0 to its fleet of crawler cranes. The crane will soon be in the field on upcoming wind projects in Wyoming. “I feel the LR1800 was the best choice for the upcoming projects in our area,” said Stephen Vinot, operations manager of SKV Crane and Rigging. “This is due to its easy mobilization and setup, its infield mobility without a derrick, lower ground bearing pressure and the flexibility to add a derrick and luffing jib for larger projects.”
The LR 1800-1.0 has a load capacity of 880 tons (800 t). This lift capacity is complemented by the crane’s ease of worldwide transport, as the basic machine is only 9.7
ft. (3 m) wide. It is a particularly powerful crane that can accommodate industrial and wind applications, according to the manufacturer.
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