5. TERMINOLOGY
5.1 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
[1] RATED TOTAL LOAD
This is the maximum load that can be applied according to a
boom length and angle. The load includes the mass (weight)
of hoisting accessories (hooks) and slinging ropes.
[2] RATED LOAD
This is a load derived by subtracting the mass (weight) of
hoisting accessories (hooks) and slinging ropes from the rated
total load, which is a withstand load for hoisting.
[3] WORKING RADIUS
This is a horizontal distance between the axis of slewing and
the hook center.
[4] BOOM LENGTH
This is a distance between the boom primary pin and the
sheave pin of the end boom.
[5] BOOM ANGLE
This is an angle which the boom forms with the horizon.
[6] LIFTING HEIGHT ABOVE GROUND
This is a vertical distance between the hook bottom and the
ground with the hook raised to the upper limit.