CRANES -- DESIGN PRINCIPLES FOR LOADS AND LOAD COMBINATIONS PART 5 OVERHEAD TRAVELLING AND PORTAL BRIDGE CRANES

This document provides guidelines for the design principles of load and load combinations for overhead and gantry cranes. It outlines the requirements and considerations necessary for ensuring the structural integrity and safe operation of these types of cranes under various loading conditions. The scope includes the identification of different load cases, the determination of load combinations, and the application of appropriate safety factors. It is intended to be used by engineers and designers involved in the development and assessment of crane systems. The document also includes information on the classification of loads, the effects of dynamic and static loads, and the influence of environmental factors on crane performance. This standard supports the design process by offering a systematic approach to handling complex loading scenarios in overhead and gantry crane applications.