Design of unique below-the-hook lifting devices for specific loads

Abstract

Mounting of large-scale mechanical systems involves lifting and positioning of the so-called specific loads, namely structures of great dimensions and masses whose functionality and structural integrity should not be jeopardized during the realization of the erection procedures. Two examples of spatial truss roof construction mountings are presented in this paper as case 1, underlying the effect of unique lifting device usage on uniform load distribution on the structures being lifted. Case 2 deals with mounting of three tall vertical pressure vessels of different weights and heights with the same lifting gear and traverse specially designed to accomplish the aforementioned tasks. Case 3 is focused on the redesign of the existing traverse in order to fulfill the task of lifting and precise positioning of the bucket wheel excavator segment, a truss structure of a great span, weighing 90 t. Results presented in this paper represent a contribution in the field of below-the-hook lifting devices design, arising from the specificity of engineering problems dealing with mounting of large-scale structures.