Development of calculation tools for self-supporting steel structures

Crane structures are used to lift heavy equipment, goods or machinery. While different crane types exist, an overhead crane is primarily used in industrial facilities. The overhead crane structure comprises the following essential components: crane bridge, rails, crane runway girders, crane supporting columns, bracing system and crane foundations. Different types of loads need to be considered when designing crane-supporting structures. These include vertical reactions from the crane bridge/girder and the vertical impact load due to the crane’s movement. In addition, lateral and longitudinal forces are imposed on the crane-supporting structures and must be considered in the design.
The objectives of this Mitacs project are: (1) To develop a calculation tool for designing exterior free-standing support structures for an overhead crane, and (2) To develop a calculation tool for designing interior free-standing structures to support overhead crane. Thus, using the calculation tool developed for designing industrial supporting structures, the company will be will be able to grow its business .

Faculty Supervisor:

Anjan Bhowmick

Student:

Partner:

Premium Groupe Industriel

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Concordia University

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