In various construction and mining environments, cranes as lifting solutions in an assortment of scenarios are an absolute necessity. Different kinds of cranes perform streamlined and highly specific tasks in these environments, but these wonderful machines have also been used for rescue efforts.
Structural Collapses
Buildings and others structures can and do collapse for many reasons including earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, floods, fires, tornados and terrorist attacks. Occasionally, flaws in structural design can cause a building or tower to collapse. Whatever the cause, death and injury, infrastructure damage and financial repercussions are all devastating consequences in the aftermath of a structural collapse.
Rescue Efforts and the Use of Cranes
In the wake of structural collapse, heavy debris may need to be removed in order to access people who have been trapped under rubble. Oftentimes, a crane is the only way to get this job done as cranes have the capacity to lift and remove heavy steel beams and reinforced concrete. Firefighters and search and rescue teams will likely, at some point in their careers have to use a crane for rescue efforts in order to save lives.
Automobile Accidents
Cranes have also been used in the past to lift heavy automobiles such as trucks which have been in accidents or have landed on other vehicles or structures. With time being an important component in most rescues, removing heavy objects that are blocking further road passage or compromising another object or person’s safety is something that needs to be taken care of as soon as possible. Cranes, including mobile crane hire, have come in very handy in such times.
Crane Purchase and Hire
Whether needed for construction and engineering purposes or as a pivotal component for various rescue efforts, the use of cranes as lifting solutions we would not otherwise have, has revolutionised industries and quite literally, saved lives. For more information on crane purchase or hire, contact JMB Cranes South Africa or visit their website.