Outrigger Pad Setup as Part of Your Lift Plan
A1A Software’s 3D Lift Plan allows users to calculate outrigger loads and select outrigger pads or crane pads without creating a full lift plan. In 2017, A1A Software integrated DICA’s SafetyTech Outrigger Pads and FiberTech Crane Pads into 3D Lift Plan, making it easy for users to select and include their DICA pads with their lift plans.
Illinois crane specialist, Area Erectors, recently utilized 3D Lift Plan to select the proper crane size and crane placement for a project on a local high school. The ability to use the 3D Lift Plan was essential because placement options were limited due to the school’s location in a residential neighborhood, and underground hazards.
“In recent years, there has been increased focus on evaluating ground conditions, and using proper supporting materials,” said Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA. “The ability to demonstrate this in a professionally-produced lift plan is a key part of the due diligence performed by many crane rental companies,” he continued.
Integration of the Crane Load Calculator and Mat Calculator features allow users to choose the crane, the load chart, boom length, load weight, and radius, to provide critical setup information including the appropriate outrigger pads or crane pads for the allowable ground bearing pressure.
These convenient tools, along with DICA’s fitting process, work together to help make your setup safe.