What's the difference between a crane and a tower crane?

There are obvious differences between cranes and tower cranes in structure, usage scenarios and operation methods. Let's take a closer look ~

A, the definition of crane and tower crane

Crane is a kind of mobile hoisting machinery, which usually consists of chassis, hoisting mechanism, legs and cab. The main function of the crane is to load, unload and carry goods at the construction site or site. Cranes are also called mobile cranes.

Tower crane is a kind of static hoisting machinery, which usually consists of main tower, hoisting mechanism and control device. Tower cranes are usually supported by special fixed supports and fixed on the construction site, which are mainly used for lifting and carrying heavy objects in high-altitude construction.

Second, cranes and tower cranes have different structures.

The crane has a simple structure, its legs can be folded and contracted, and it is easy to carry, so it is suitable for cargo handling and ground construction.

The structure of tower crane is complex, which is mainly composed of tower crane, balance arm and hook. Tower cranes often need to work in high-altitude construction scenes and need to be fixed in a specific position to ensure safety and stability.

Thirdly, the usage scenarios of cranes and tower cranes are different.

Cranes are suitable for transporting goods in civil and industrial construction sites, such as loading and unloading vehicle-borne goods, building bridges and large buildings.

Tower crane is mainly used in high-rise buildings, bridge engineering, traffic construction and other construction sites, and its construction scene is usually high and narrow, so it is necessary to give full play to its academic and efficient operation characteristics.

Four, the use of cranes and tower cranes is different.

In use, the crane needs to be operated by a professional driver, and its center of gravity is relatively low, making it easier to move and operate heavy objects.

Tower cranes need to be remotely controlled by professional operators or operated in the cab of the nose. Because of its complex structure, it requires relatively high operating technology.

Five, the development trend of cranes and tower cranes

With the continuous development of science and technology, modern hoisting machinery is also constantly innovating, and more and more models are not only unique in structure and diverse in functions, but also autonomous and intelligent. In the future, cranes and tower cranes will usher in new changes, and will also become the right-hand man in the field of construction and heavy industry.

Generally speaking, both of them are cranes, but each has its own advantages and limitations. In practical application, different types of hoisting machinery can be selected according to construction scenes and needs, which can better improve work efficiency and safety.