What effect does temperature have on crane operation?

The temperature for cranes to work outdoors is -20°C to +45°C, while the temperature range for cranes to work indoors is generally -10°C to +40°C. These limits are mainly based on the operating temperature range of components such as the crane's internal hydraulic system, electrical equipment, and lubricating oil.What effect does temperature have on crane operation?

Impact of extremely cold working environment on cranes

In low temperature environment, the hydraulic system and electrical equipment of the crane may be seriously affected, thus affecting its normal operation. Low temperature will increase the viscosity of the hydraulic oil, increase the resistance of the hydraulic system, reduce the working efficiency of the hydraulic pump, and reduce the speed of the hydraulic cylinder. In addition, low temperature will also cause the insulation performance of electrical equipment to decrease, which may cause circuit failure and short circuit problems. Therefore, in low temperature environment, the operating speed of the crane will slow down, and insulation measures and heating equipment are needed to maintain the normal operating temperature of the hydraulic system and electrical equipment.

Impact of high temperature working environment on cranes

In high temperature environment, the hydraulic system and electrical equipment of the crane will face certain challenges. High temperature will reduce the viscosity of hydraulic oil, increase the risk of leakage in the hydraulic system, and cause the temperature rise of hydraulic pumps and hydraulic cylinders to be too high. At the same time, high temperature will also cause overheating of electrical equipment, which may cause circuit failure and equipment damage.

Impact of temperature changes on cranes

In addition to the impact of low and high temperatures on crane operation, temperature changes are also a factor that needs to be considered. Temperature changes can cause the structure and materials of the crane to expand and contract, which may cause equipment deformation and safety hazards. In order to solve this problem, methods such as reserving expansion gaps, selecting materials with appropriate thermal expansion and contraction coefficients, and strengthening structural strength can be adopted to ensure the normal operation of the equipment when the temperature changes.

In short, the working environment temperature limit plays an important role in the normal operation of the crane. A series of solutions can be taken to solve the problems that may arise in different temperature environments.