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Reaching new heights: Tower cranes

The Dawson Creek skyline has a new look! From most areas of the city you can spot the first tower crane that has been erected on the site of the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Crane #1 is 50 metres tall with a jib length of 75 metres. Crane #2 will be erected within the next month and will be 41 feet tall and have a jib length of 60 metres. Both cranes will remain on site for the next 16 months.

Tower cranes are an important piece of equipment that are used on construction sites to lift and move heavy materials. They play a crucial role in ensuring efficiency and precision in the building process. The erection of a tower crane is a complex process which includes:

Preparing the base: The crane requires a stable and level concrete base to create a strong foundation.
Assembling the mast: The vertical mast sections are assembled on the base and connected to reach the desired height.
Attaching the turntable: This unit allows the crane to rotate horizontally and is attached to the top of the mast.
Adding the jib: The jib is the horizontal part that extends from the top of the mast and is used to lift and move heavy objects. It's attached to the slewing unit.
Installing the counterweights: These are added to the crane for balance to prevent it from tipping over when lifting heavy loads.
Attaching the hook and load line: The hook holds the load and the load line and is attached to the jib. The load line runs from the jib and down to the hoist.
Testing and safety checks: These are done to ensure that all components are functioning correctly and the crane operates safely.