April 7, 2021
A Guide to Crane Use in Glass Lifting
Written by Rebecca Clayton
April 7, 2021
Written by Rebecca Clayton
Cranes can be required for lifting large, heavy panes of glass or to reach points of a building that people cannot. Crane use can be an expensive aspect of a project, so it is important to budget for lifting equipment, to reduce the risk of incurring any unexpected expenses when the project is underway.
As a general rule, IQ Glass does not include crane use within any quotations, because where a crane is required for glass lifting, it will likely be required for other elements within the project.
Glass lifting equipment will be required if the glass weight exceeds 200kg, but there are also a number of other instances where lifting equipment is required. For example, if the size of a glass pane exceeds 2.4 meters in both height and width, it is sensible to budget for a crane to lift the glass. Another example of when we will require the use of a crane is if we are installing a glass roof above ground level or where it is not possible or safe to maneuver the glass manually.
There are many types of cranes, suitable for different uses, including a spider crane, mobile crane, and our own glass lifting technology Roboglaze. The use of a crane should be determined by the project manager and organized externally before IQ Glass arrives on-site to install the glazing.
If you have any questions or are unsure regarding crane use on your project, please get in touch with the team on 01494722880. The team is on hand to discuss your project needs and determine glass lifting requirements on an individual basis.