Sales Handle The fourth edition ofCranes and Derricks'”the definitive sourcebook covering every aspect of equipment design, job preparation, setup, management, machinery handling, and safety'”has been updated to reflect the latest standards for cranes.About the Book The framework ofCranes and Derricksis built on theory and fundamentals that are substantially unchanged. Yet, the crane world has shifted greatly since publication of the third edition. While the fourth edition largely focuses on the theory, equipment, and practices of crane operations, it: Presents the long-term trends towards industry standardization of rules and methods for crane operation Provides information to meet the heightened demand for reliable and comprehensive source information regarding crane safetyNew to this Edition: Updated wind standards'”ASCE-37 and ASCE-7 New section on earthquake loads Updated information on suspensions and steering New section on multiple tower crane operations Updates to Codes and Standard section to include foreign codes, new OSHA developments, and state and local requirements New appendix of crane standards and codes The fourth edition of this book, considered the benchmark in practical know-how and vital theory on crane and derricks, will provide readers with: the most up-to-date safety information; wind load guidance; and U.S. and international code standards.Market/Audience Engineers and managers in the heavy construction industryAbout the Author Jay P. Shapiro, P.

E., (Lynbrook, New York),is a principal of Howard I. Shapiro and Associates, an engineering consulting firm. He has designed installations for mobile and tower cranes as well as derricks, primarily in New York City. He has been a member of the New York City Crane Advisory Council revising the NYC Building Code Reference Standard for Cranes and Derricks.His practice includes design of rigging for heavy lifts, travel of heavy equipment through buildings, shoring, and procedures for building demolition. Lawrence K. Shapiro (Lynbrook, New York), P.

E., is a principal of Howard I. Shapiro & Associates. A participant on national and international committees for writing crane standards, Mr. Shapiro's field of practice includes tower and mobile crane installation design, scaffolding, shoring, forensic engineering, and construction planning.