1. International Tower Cranes 2011 12th May 2011 EN 14439 Update
Tim Watson
CPA Technical Consultant

2. Latest Advances in Tower Crane Standards and Design

3. Old and New Standards Old National Standards EN 14439:2006 + A2:2009
DIN 15018
NF E
FEM 1.001
EN 14439: A2:2009
One standard across Europe
Adopted by these manufacturers amongst others

4. 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

5. European Storm Wind Map
Out-of-service Wind
European Storm Wind Map
CPA TIN 027

6. Effects of Different Standards
A typical top slew tower crane on a rail going chassis
Standard
FEM 1.001
DIN 15018
EN14439
FEM C25
FEM 1.005
D25
Max. Height under Hook
50.2 metre
46.9 metre
41.9 metre
Base Ballast
80.2 tonne
114 tonne
96 tonne
102 tonne

7. Out-of-service Wind Accidents

8. Common Requirements for Access Walkways – EN 13586
Toprail
Minimal Gaps
Midrail
Minimum Width
Toe board

9. Common Requirements for Access Ladders

10. Zoning Systems

11. Anemometer

12. Requirements for Operator’s Cabs

13. Climbing Frame Design

14. 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

15. Thank You