Tower Crane Foundations

and Wind Loadings

Examples of tower crane foundation types

Rail Mounted
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Static base on pad foundation

Steel Grillage

Pad base with cast in fixing angles

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Piled base with cast in fixing angles

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The type of base used will be determined

by a number of site factors
Type of crane luffing jib or saddle jib
Class of crane light, medium or heavy duty
Ground conditions very soft clay to rock
Location constraints open site or congested inner city
Foundation designs should be carried out in accordance
to

CIRIA C654 Tower Crane Stability

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Tower crane foundation forces to be calculated in

accordance with EN14439:2006

Out of service wind loadings to

FEM1.005 for the correct
geographical region.
The Health and Safety Executive
advises that Region C and Region D
out-of-service wind loads should be
applied to ALL tower cranes
regardless of age.
Further information can be found in
CPA Tower Crane Interest Group
TIN 027
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Typical foundation forces in accordance

with EN14439 (FEM1.005 C25)

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For any tower crane used in the UK the HSE will be looking for
reassurance that the crane has been erected correctly and is
safe to use
For all cranes irrespective of age

Out of service wind speeds based on wind zones C25 or D25

Wind loading calculated inline with EN14439
Out of stability proof based on EN14439 (FEM1.005- wind from rear and wind
from front or wind from any direction)
Loading and build specification conveyed in clear concise manner
Foundation loadings have been conveyed to PC and temporary works
designer
Ground survey results
Record of calculations performed by temporary works designer (CIRIA Guide)
Foundation calculation checks (BS5975 Table 1: Cat 2)
Foundation drawings including any piles, rebar and concrete specifications

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Construction of foundations
Pile test results
Photographs of rebar prior to pouring concrete
Anchor drawing and confirmation of source
Close up photos of anchor and rebar.
Cube test results
Foundation completion/handover certificate
Erection operation
Risk assessment and method statement
Erection crew competency
Crane has been erected as per specification. Height, front and rear jib
Counter weight
Central ballast
Mast sections
Outline plans as to how the crane is to be dismantled
Thorough examination

Inspection and maintenance schedule

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