SUMMARY

SUBSTRUCTURE ON FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1. INSTALLATION ON FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1. 1. GENERAL NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1. 1. 1. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1. 1. 2. EXECUTION OF THE CONCRETE BLOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2. FITTING THE NOT REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2. 1. DIMENSIONS OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. 2. SETTING INTO CONCRETE OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3. FITTING THE REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3. 1. DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3. 2. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. 2. 1. FITTING THE RODS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. 2. 2. DETERMINATION OF A FIXING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3. 2. 3. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4. PREPARING THE CONCRETE BLOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4. 1. FABRICATION RULES FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. 2. EXPLANATION AND SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4. 3. CONCRETE BLOCK (M52N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4. 4. CONCRETE BLOCK (M64N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4. 5. CONCRETE BLOCK (M74N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4. 6. CONCRETE BLOCK (M81N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. 7. CONCRETE BLOCK (M101N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. 8. CONCRETE BLOCK (M126N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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SUBSTRUCTURE ON FIXING ANGLES

1. INSTALLATION ON FIXING ANGLES

1. 1. GENERAL NOTES
There are two types of fixing angles:
Not reusable fixing angles; they are set into the concrete block.
Reusable fixing angles; they are fixed onto the concrete block by means of the fixing rods.
The choice of the concrete block and the loads and reactions applied on the fixing angles are given in
the brochure 17A.

1. 1. 1. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

A bad mounting of the fixing angles may cause serious troubles when using the crane (perpendicularity
not observed, warpage of the fitting surfaces of the mast).
An operating method is given as indication in paragraph 18A 0420 for not reusable fixing angles and in
paragraph 18A 0430 for reusable fixing angles. The fitting elements (frame, standard mast section)
recommended in the operating method can be supplied at the same time as the fixing angles and before
the crane.
NOTE: The frame is only used for fitting the fixing angles.

1. 1. 2. EXECUTION OF THE CONCRETE BLOCKS

The plans described on the following pages are in compliance with the maximum loads given for each
case.

IMPORTANT : The reinforcement is given on the following pages as an indi-

cation and can be carried out dif
differently, if necessary, under
the responsibility of a competent specialist.

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2. FITTING THE NOT REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES

2. 1. DIMENSIONS OF THE FIXING ANGLES

Shafts D50

150 0
+10

1600
(1)
X = 740

890
40

1600

Concrete level (1) Earthing

See operating instructions

1600

REFERENCE EDGE
1600
296
490

194

194 296
490

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2. 2. SETTING INTO CONCRETE OF THE FIXING ANGLES

In order to set perfectly into concrete the fixing angles, following components are necessary:
4 fixing angles and 8 shafts
1 template
1 sighting device
The fixing angles and the template can be supplied before the delivery of the crane.
The fixing angles must be symmetrically set into concrete with regard to the axes of the concrete block
and form a square according to the dimension of the masts to be fitted.
Tolerance of surface eveness: 1/400 of the mast cross section
Near the fixing angle, NEVER CUT REINFORCING STEELS NOR REDUCE THEIR NUMBER GIVEN.
Take care that the fixing angles are correctly earthed (see Operating Instructions).
The template is only used for fitting the fixing angles.
IMPORTANT:: When assembling the fixing angles and the template, make sure that the bearing
surfaces of borings and shafts are clean and free from any smear.

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Outside or inside the ditch, arrange the fixing angles (1) by observing their distance (Detail A Figure
1).
Engage the template (2) into the 4 fixing angles; lower it until it comes to rest onto the fishplates at
(a) (Detail C Figure 1).
Engage the standard mast section (3) into the fishplates of the fixing angles (Detail B Figure 1).
Raise the template (2) in order to pin connect the 4 x 2 shafts (4). Block the shafts (4) by means of
the pins (5); fix the pins with split pins (Detail C Figure 1).

a 5

3
4

C
B

1
1
1
1

Figure 1. 1

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Position the assembly comprising the fixing angles, the template and standard mast section in the
reinforcement arranged in the ditch and carry out an adjustable wedging (1) under the plates of the
fixing angles (Detail A Figure 2).
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO OBSERVE THE DIMENSION OF 150 mm (Detail B Figure 2).
Check the perpendicularity of the assembly by means of the sighting device.
Pour the concrete block and wait that it is completely dry before dismantling the template and the stan-
dard mast section.

0
+10
150
Concrete level

1
A

Figure 2.

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3. FITTING THE REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES

3. 1. DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIXING ANGLES

1600
440

1600
1998
40

1998

400
1600
6 D45 51
Reference edge
250

1600
500
51

51 250
500

Dimensions in mm

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3. 2. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

The dimension, number and fitting of the fixing rods of the fixing angles onto the concrete block (or any

and ground pressure. The concrete blocks are defined for the plate type fixing angles. Therefore, it is
COMPULSORY to adapt them to the reusable fixing angles and to the connecting method between the
fixing angles and the concrete block. The adaptation of the reusable fixing angles to these concrete blocks

Near the fixing angle, NEVER CUT REINFORCING STEELS NOR REDUCE THEIR NUMBER GIVEN.
The fixing angles can be supplied before the delivery of the crane in order to use them as positioning jig
for the fixing rods of the fixing angles. The template can also be supplied before the delivery of the crane.
The template is only used for fitting the fixing angles.
Fitting this equipment increases the hook height by 290 mm in comparison with the standard fixing angles
to be set in concrete.
Take care that the fixing angles are correctly earthed (see Operating Instructions).

3. 2. 1. FITTING THE RODS

Fitting the rods varies depending on the number of rods used:
4 rods use the holes 1, 3, 4, 6 (Figure 1)
6 rods use the holes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (Figure 1)

Reference edge
6 4

1 3

2
Figure 1

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3. 2. 2. DETERMINATION OF A FIXING
The tensile loads, compression and shearing forces applied on the fixing angles for the various working
heights are given in another file:.

FIXING ANGLE LOADS AND REACTIONS

This information allows carrying out the calculation of the fitting of the fixing angles adapted to your case
of use, knowing that the shearing force is always taken up by two fixing angles.
In general, it can be indicated that, in case of fixing by screw connections or by high strength tie rod, a
correct assembling will be obtained by observing the following data, that is to say:
F (unit: daN) maximum static load under tensile strength on 1 fixing angle.
Fe (unit: daN) the capacity corresponding to the elastic limit of the tie rod: Fe = S x Re with:
S (unit: mm2) = cross section of the tie rod
Re (unit: daN/mm2) = elastic limit of the tie rod (class 10.9 Re = 90 kg/mm2; class 8.8 Re =
64 kg/mm2; class 6.6 Re = 36 kg/mm2).
Definition of the number of rods (N) to be used per fixing angle.
F
= N to be rounded
0,3 Fe

The number of the rods is always even: 4 or 6, and symmetrical with respect to the upright.

Considering a permissible load per rod, equal to 0,3 of the elastic limit, taking up the moment
given by the shearing force and the various dynamic coefficients are integrated.

Prestress Fp to be applied on the high strength rod (Fp = 0,5 Fe)

Besides this information concerning the number and the quality of the rods, choosing and fitting work-

Example: Calculation of the number of tie rods (40 mm diameter, class 8.8) which are necessary for fixing
a crane with a max. tensile load of 650 kN at the fixing angle:
F = 650 kN = 65 000 daN
Fe = S x Re = 1 256 x 64 = 80 384 daN with:
S = x 402 / 4 = 1 256 mm2 (rod diameter 40 mm)
Re = 640 MPa = 64 daN/mm2 (class of the rod 8.8)
Therefore N = F / (0,3 x Fe) = 65 000 / (0,3 x 80 384) = 2,70.
By rounding up to the nearest even number, 4 fixing rods are necessary per fixing angle.
Prestress Fp to be applied on the high strength rod: Fp = 0,5 x Fe = 0,5 x 80 384 = 40 192 daN

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3. 2. 3. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

Arrange the fixing angles (1) by observing their distance (Detail A Figure 2).
Engage the template (2) into the 4 fixing angles, lower it until it comes to rest onto the fishplates at
(a) (Detail C Figure 2).

Engage the standard mast section (3) into the fishplates of the fixing angles (Detail B Figure 2).
Raise the template (2) in order to pin connect the 4 x 2 shafts (4). Block the shafts (4) by means of
the pins (5); fix the pins with split pins (Detail C Figure 2).

Tolerance of surface eveness: 1/400 of the mast cross section

IMPORTANT : When assembling the fixing angles and the template, make sure that the bearing sur-
faces of borings and shafts are clean and free from any smear.

a 5 1,6m

1,6m
4
1 A

B
1
Figure 2.

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4. PREPARING THE CONCRETE BLOCKS

4. 1. FABRICATION RULES FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE

Concrete and reinforcement determined according to the B.A.E.L. (reinforced concre-
te boundary condition) Rules, 1983.

4. 1. 1. CONCRETE
ftj = characteristic tensile strength of the j days old concrete
fcj = characteristic compressive strength of the j days old concrete
NOTE 1 In any case, the compressive strength is measured by axial pressure of the cylinder having a
periphery of 200 cm2 cross section and a height which is the double of its diameter (16 cm). These dimen-
sions suppose an aggregate size of at least equal to 40 mm, a condition generally fulfilled for reinforced
concrete.
NOTE 2 The dimensions and characteristics of the reinforcements and of the concrete for the execution
of concrete works indicated in this manual, are defined by a compressive strength value at 28 days old
(j = 28).
Reinforced concrete mixing of 350 kg/m3 CPA45
that means, for 1 m3 of sand with gravel:
350 kg PORTLAND cement 45.
For a vibrated concrete correctly prepared, we obtain:
fc28 = 20MPa
ft28 = 0,6+0,06fc28 = 1,8MPa
P = Weight of reinforced concrete in daN
D = Average density of reinforced concrete equal to about 2,35

4. 1. 2. STEEL (except other indications)

Es:: Longitudinal modulus of elasticity of steel: 200000 N/mm2
i.e. 200000 MPa
Type 1:: Reinforcement with high adherence obtained by hot rolling of natural high carbon steel.
Quality:: Fe E 40 i.e. fe=400MPa
Quality
SHOULD THE ABOVE RULES NOT APPLY, REFER TO THE RULES APPLIED IN THE USER
COUNTRY.

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4. 2. EXPLANATION AND SYMBOLS

Designation of a concrete block (M54N).
M: Concrete block
54: Weight of the concrete block in tons.
N: Internal coding
The reinforcement of a concrete block is composed of an upper and a lower reinforcing cage connected
by pins. Each cage comprises two crossed layers.

(Example)

Upper layer 6 : Number of bars

HA : Round steel with high adherence

6 HA 16 x 450 e : 15 16 : Diameter of iron in mm

450 : Unit length of iron in cm

Lower layer e : Space in cm

ep: pin
D: density
V: volume in m3
L: length in cm
l: width in cm
H: height in cm
1LH : First upper layer
1LB : First lower layer
2LH : Second upper layer
2LB : Second lower layer
T : Rod
In both directions

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4. 3. CONCRETE BLOCK (M52N)

395
2LH 24 HA 20 x 435 e = 17 20 20
395
1LH 24 HA 20 x 435 e = 17 20 20

X
135

395
1LB 24 HA 20 x 435 e = 17 20 20

130
395
2LB 24 HA 20 x 435 e = 17 20 20

8 x 8 HA 10 x 155 e = 51
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400

200 200
200
400

200

D : 2,4

L : 400 l : 400 h : 135 V : 22 m3

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4. 4. CONCRETE BLOCK (M64N)

440
2LH 24 HA 20 x 480 e = 19 20 20
440
1LH 24 HA 20 x 480 e = 19 20 20

X
135

440
1LB 24 HA 25 x 480 e = 19 20 20

130
440
2LB 24 HA 25 x 480 e = 19 20 20

8 x 8 HA 10 x 155 e = 57
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445

222,5 222,5
222,5
445

222,5

D : 2,4

L : 445 l : 445 h : 135 V : 27 m3

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4. 5. CONCRETE BLOCK (M74N)

475
2LH 28 HA 20 x 540 e = 17 20 20
475
1LH 28 HA 20 x 540 e = 17 20 20

X
135

475
1LB 28 HA 20 x 540 e = 17 20 20

130
475
2LB 28 HA 20 x 540 e = 17 20 20

8 x 8 HA 14 x 155 e = 57
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480

240 240
240
480

240

D : 2,4

L : 480 l : 480 h : 135 V : 31 m3

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4. 6. CONCRETE BLOCK (M81N)

495
2LH 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17 20 20
495
1LH 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17 20 20

X
135

1LB 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17 495

20 20

130
20 495 20
2LB 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17

10 x 10 HA 14 x 155 e = 51
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500

250 250
250
500

250

D : 2,4
L : 500 l : 500 h : 135 V : 34 m3

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4. 7. CONCRETE BLOCK (M101N)

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555
2LH 33 HA 25 x 620 e = 17 20 20
555
1LH 33 HA 25 x 620 e = 17 20 20

X
135

1LB 33 HA 25 x 625 e = 17 555

20 20

20 555 20

130
2LB 33 HA 25 x 625 e = 17

11 x 11 HA 16 x 155 e = 51
X 18A 0420 ... 0
560
280 280
280
560

280

D : 2,4

L : 560 l : 560 h : 135 V : 42 m3

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4. 8. CONCRETE BLOCK (M126N)

610
2LH 52 HA 25 x 680 e = 12 20 20
610
1LH 52 HA 25 x 680 e = 12 20 20

X
135

1LB 52 HA 25 x 690 e = 12 620

20 20

130
2LB 52 HA 25 x 690 e = 12 20 620 20

X 18A 0420 ... 0 14 x 14 HA 16 x 155 e = 48

625
312,5 312,5
312,5
625

312,5

D : 2,4

L : 625 l : 625 h : 135 V : 53 m3

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