International Tower Cranes 2011 12th May 2011

EN 14439 Update

Tim Watson

CPA Technical Consultant

Latest Advances in Tower Crane Standards and Design

Old and New Standards

■Old National Standards ► DIN 15018► NF E 52-081► FEM 1.001

■EN 14439:2006 + A2:2009► One standard across Europe► Adopted by these

manufacturers amongst others

What's New in EN14439■ Improved Safety in Service

► Compulsory anemometer► Anti-collision and zoning devices► Improved cab visibility

■ Improved Operator Comfort► Requirements for cab heating and control station layout

■ Improved Safety for Erection and Maintenance Personnel► Reduction of crushing hazards► Improved access► Specifications for climbing systems

■ Increased Requirements for Out-of-service Wind

Out-of-service Wind

European Storm Wind Map CPA TIN 027

Effects of Different Standards

Standard FEM 1.001 DIN 15018 EN14439FEM 1.005 C25

EN14439FEM 1.005D25

Max. Height under Hook

50.2 metre 46.9 metre 46.9 metre 41.9 metre

Base Ballast 80.2 tonne 114 tonne 96 tonne 102 tonne

A typical top slew tower crane on a rail going chassis

Out-of-service Wind Accidents

Common Requirements for Access Walkways – EN 13586

Toe board

Midrail

Toprail

Minimal Gaps

Minimum Width

Common Requirements for Access Ladders

Zoning Systems

Anemometer

Requirements for Operator’s Cabs

Climbing Frame Design

Benefits of EN 14439

■One Standard across Europe■Improved access for the operator■Improved access for maintenance■Improved operator comfort■Improved requirements for climbing

frames■All adds up to improved safety for tower

cranes

Thank You