SUMMARY

18A FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. INSTALLATION ON FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. 1. GENERAL NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1. 1. 1. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. 1. 2. EXECUTION OF THE CONCRETE BLOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2. FITTING THE NOT REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. 1. DIMENSIONS OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. 2. SETTING INTO CONCRETE OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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3. FITTING THE REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. 1. DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. 2. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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3. 2. 1. FITTING THE RODS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. 2. 2. DETERMINATION OF A FIXING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. 2. 3. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PREPARING THE CONCRETE BLOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. FABRICATION RULES FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. EXPLANATION AND SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. CONCRETE BLOCK (M81N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. CONCRETE BLOCK (M101N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. CONCRETE BLOCK (M126N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. CONCRETE BLOCK (M142N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. CONCRETE BLOCK (M169N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8. CONCRETE BLOCK (M205N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. CONCRETE BLOCK (M278N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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18A FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

1. INSTALLATION ON FIXING ANGLES
1. 1. GENERAL NOTES
There are 1 type of fixing angles :
Not reusable fixing angles; they are set into the concrete block.
The choice of the concrete block and the loads and reactions applied on the fixing angles are given in
the brochure 17A.

1. 1. 1. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

A bad mounting of the fixing angles may cause serious troubles when using the crane (perpendicularity
not observed, warpage of the fitting surfaces of the mast).
An operating method is given as indication in paragraph 18A0420.
The fitting elements (frame, standard mast section) recommended in the operating method can be supplied at the same time as the fixing angles and before the crane.
The frame is only used for fitting the fixing angles.

1. 1. 2. EXECUTION OF THE CONCRETE BLOCKS

The plans described on the following pages are in compliance with the maximum loads given for each
case.

The reinforcement is given on the following pages as an indication and can be

carried out differently under the responsibility of a competent specialist.

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2. FITTING THE NOT REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES

X = 850

40

1000

(1)

2000

150+100

2. 1. DIMENSIONS OF THE FIXING ANGLES

Concrete level

2000

(1) Earthing

57A
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2000

2000

456,8
343,2

800

REFERENCE EDGE

343,2

456,8
800

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2. 2. SETTING INTO CONCRETE OF THE FIXING ANGLES

In order to set perfectly into concrete the fixing angles, following components are necessary:
` 4 fixing angles and 8 shafts
` 1 template
` 1 standard mast section
` 1 sighting device

The fixing angles and the template can be supplied before the delivery of the crane.
The fixing angles must be symmetrically set into concrete with regard to the axes of the concrete block
and form a square according to the dimension of the masts to be fitted.
Take care that the fixing angles are correctly earthed (see Operating Instructions).
The template is only used for fitting the fixing angles.
When assembling the fixing angles, template and mast section, make sure that the bearing
surfaces, borings and pins are clean and free from any smear.Lubricate the shafts by using
the grease initially supplied and specific to this use excluding any other product. The nonobservance of this instruction CANCELS THE GUARANTEE.

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Outside or inside the ditch, arrange the fixing angles (1) by observing their distance (Detail A Figure
1).
Engage the template (2) into the 4 fixing angles; lower it until it comes to rest onto the fishplates (Detail
B Figure 1). Pinconnect the template using 4 x 2 shafts (3), drifts and splitpins (Detail C).
Engage the standard mast section (4) into the fishplates of the fixing angles (Detail D Figure 1).Connect
this mast section using 4 x 2 shafts (5), insert locking pins and splitpin them, see (Detail D Figure 1).

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Position the assembly comprising the fixing angles, the template and standard mast section in the reinforcement arranged in the ditch and carry out an adjustable wedging (1) under the plates of the fixing
angles (Detail A Figure 2).

Near the fixing angle, NEVER CUT REINFORCING STEELS NOR REDUCE
THEIR NUMBER GIVEN.

IT IS ESSENTIAL TO OBSERVE THE DIMENSION OF 150 mm

Check the perpendicularity of the assembly by means of the sighting device.

Tolerance of surface eveness: 1/400 of the mast crosssection

Pour the concrete block and wait that it is completely dry before dismantling the template and the standard
mast section.

150

+10
0

Take care that the fixing angles are correctly earthed (see chapter 57A0100).

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3. FITTING THE REUSABLE FIXING ANGLES

3. 1. DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIXING ANGLES

2000

40

500

2486,4

2000

2486,4
2000

450

56,8

Reference edge

56,8

600

300

2000

8 D50

300
600
Dimensions in mm

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3. 2. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

The dimension, number and fitting of the fixing rods of the fixing angles onto the concrete block (or any
other structure ...) are on the users responsibility. The loads and reactions are given in chapter 17A.
It is possible to use the constructors standard of concrete blocks for the informations of mass, dimensions
and ground pressure. The concrete blocks are defined for the platetype fixing angles. Therefore, it is
COMPULSORY to adapt them to the reusable fixing angles and to the connecting method between the
fixing angles and the concrete block. The adaptation of the reusable fixing angles to these concrete blocks
is on the users responsibility (the reinforcement type is to be adapted to the fixing rods used).
Near the fixing angle, NEVER CUT REINFORCING STEELS NOR REDUCE THEIR NUMBER GIVEN.
The fixing angles can be supplied before the delivery of the crane in order to use them as positioning jig
for the fixing rods of the fixing angles. The template can also be supplied before the delivery of the crane.
The template is only used for fitting the fixing angles.
Fitting this equipment increases the hook height by 350 mm in comparison with the standard fixing angles
to be set in concrete.
Take care that the fixing angles are correctly earthed (see Operating Instructions).

3. 2. 1. FITTING THE RODS

Fitting the rods varies depending on the number of rods used:
- 4 rods use the holes 1, 3, 5, 7 (Figure 1)
- 6 rods use the holes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 (Figure 1)
- 8 rods use the holes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 (Figure 1)

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3. 2. 2. DETERMINATION OF A FIXING
The tensile loads, compression and shearing forces applied on the fixing angles for the various working
heights are given in another file:.

FIXING ANGLE LOADS AND REACTIONS

This information allows carrying out the calculation of the fitting of the fixing angles adapted to your case
of use, knowing that the shearing force is always taken up by two fixing angles.
In general, it can be indicated that, in case of fixing by screw connections or by highstrength tie rod, a
correct assembling will be obtained by observing the following data, that is to say:
- F (unit: daN) maximum static load under tensile strength on 1 fixing angle.
- Fe (unit: daN) the capacity corresponding to the elastic limit of the tie rod: Fe = S x Re with:
` S (unit: mm2) = crosssection of the tie rod
` Re (unit: daN/mm2) = elastic limit of the tie rod (class 10.9 Re = 90 kg/mm2; class 8.8 Re =
64 kg/mm2; class 6.6 Re = 36 kg/mm2).
- Definition of the number of rods (N) to be used per fixing angle.
F
0,3 Fe

= N to be rounded

The number of the rods is always even: 4, 6 or 8, and symmetrical with respect to the upright.
Considering a permissible load per rod, equal to 0,3 of the elastic limit, taking up the moment
given by the shearing force and the various dynamic coefficients are integrated.
- Prestress Fp to be applied on the highstrength rod (Fp = 0,5 Fe)

Besides this information concerning the number and the quality of the rods, choosing and fitting workmanlike the fixings are entirely on the users responsibility.

Example: Calculation of the number of tie rods (48 mm diameter, class 8.8) which are necessary for fixing
a crane with a max. tensile load of 2300 kN at the fixing angle:
- F = 2 300 kN = 230 000 daN
- Fe = S x Re = 1 809 x 64 = 115776 daN with:
` S = p x 482 / 4 = 1 809 mm2 (rod diameter 48 mm)
` Re = 640 MPa = 64 daN/mm2 (class of the rod 8.8)
- Therefore N = F / (0,3 x Fe) = 230 000 / (0,3 x 115 776) = 6,62.
By rounding up to the nearest even number, 8 fixing rods are necessary per fixing angle.
- Prestress Fp to be applied on the highstrength rod: Fp = 0,5 x Fe = 0,5 x 115 776 = 57 888 daN

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3. 2. 3. FITTING THE FIXING ANGLES

-Arrange the fixing angles (1) by observing their distance (Detail A Figure 2).
-Engage the template (2) into the 4 fixing angles, lower it until it comes to rest onto the fixing angles
(Detail C Figure 2). Then pinconnect it by means of 4 x 2 shafts (3); lock the shafts (3) by means
of pins (4), fix the pins with split pins (Detail C Figure 2).
-Tighten the nuts of the fixing rods according to the suppliers instructions.
-Engage the standard mast section (3) into the fishplates of the fixing angles (Detail B Figure 1). Raise
the template (2) in order to pinconnect the 4 x 2 shafts (4). Block the shafts (4) by means of the pins
(5); fix the pins with split pins (Detail C Figure 1).
Tolerance of surface eveness: 1/400 of the mast crosssection

IMPORTANT : When assembling the fixing angles and the template, make sure that the bearing surfaces of borings and shafts are clean and free from any smear.

When assembling the fixing angles and the template, make sure that the bearing surfaces of borings and shafts are clean and free from any smear.

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2000

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4. PREPARING THE CONCRETE BLOCKS

4. 1. FABRICATION RULES FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE
Concrete and reinforcement determined according to the B.A.E.L. (reinforced concrete boundary condition) Rules, 1983.

4. 1. 1. CONCRETE
- ftj = characteristic tensile strength of the j days old concrete
- fcj = characteristic compressive strength of the j days old concrete
NOTE 1 In any case, the compressive strength is measured by axial pressure of the cylinder having a
periphery of 200 cm2 cross section and a height which is the double of its diameter (16 cm). These dimensions suppose an aggregate size of at least equal to 40 mm, a condition generally fulfilled for reinforced
concrete.
NOTE 2 The dimensions and characteristics of the reinforcements and of the concrete for the execution
of concrete works indicated in this manual, are defined by a compressive strength value at 28 days old
(j = 28).
Reinforced concrete mixing of 350 kg/m3 CPA45
that means, for 1 m3 of sand with gravel:
350 kg PORTLAND cement 45.
For a vibrated concrete correctly prepared, we obtain:
fc28
= 20MPa
ft28
= 0,6+0,06fc28 = 1,8MPa
P
= Weight of reinforced concrete in daN
D
= Average density of reinforced concrete equal to about 2,35

4. 1. 2. STEEL (except other indications)

Es: Longitudinal modulus of elasticity of steel: 200000 N/mm2
i.e. 200000 MPa
Type 1: Reinforcement with high adherence obtained by hotrolling of natural highcarbon steel.
Quality: Fe E 40 i.e. fe=400MPa
SHOULD THE ABOVE RULES NOT APPLY, REFER TO THE RULES APPLIED IN THE USER
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4. 2. EXPLANATION AND SYMBOLS

Designation of a concrete block (M54N).
- M: Concrete block
- 54: Weight of the concrete block in tons.
- N: Internal coding
The reinforcement of a concrete block is composed of an upper and a lower reinforcing cage connected
by pins. Each cage comprises two crossed layers.
(Example)
Upper layer

6 HA 16 x 450

e : 15

Lower layer

: Number of bars

HA

: Round steel with high adherence

16

: Diameter of iron in mm

450

: Unit length of iron in cm

: Space in cm

ep: pin
D: density
V: volume in m3
L: length in cm
l: width in cm
H: height in cm
1LH : First upper layer
1LB : First lower layer
2LH : Second upper layer
2LB : Second lower layer
T : stem
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4. 3. CONCRETE BLOCK (M81N)

20

2LH 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17

495

1LH 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17

20
20

495

20

1LB 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17
2LB 30 HA 20 x 560 e = 17

495
20
20
20 495 20

130

135

10 x 10 HA 14 x 155 e = 51

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250

250

500

250

250

D : 2,4
L : 500 l : 500 h : 135

V : 34 m3

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4. 4. CONCRETE BLOCK (M101N)

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2LH 33 HA 25 x 620 e = 17

20

555

1LH 33 HA 25 x 620 e = 17

20
20

555

20

135

20

20 555 20

2LB 33 HA 25 x 625 e = 17

555

20
130

1LB 33 HA 25 x 625 e = 17

11 x 11 HA 16 x 155 e = 51

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560
280

280

560

280

280

D : 2,4
L : 560 l : 560 h : 135

V : 42 m3

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4. 5. CONCRETE BLOCK (M126N)

2LH 52 HA 25 x 680 e = 12

20

610
20

20

1LB 52 HA 25 x 690 e = 12

620

20 620 20

2LB 52 HA 25 x 690 e = 12

20

20

130

135

1LH 52 HA 25 x 680 e = 12

20
610

14 x 14 HA 16 x 155 e = 48

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625
312,5

312,5

625

312,5

312,5

D : 2,4
L : 625 l : 625 h : 135
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4. 6. CONCRETE BLOCK (M142N)

2LH 38 HA 25 x 645 e = 15,5

20

20

20
585

20

1LB 38 HA 25 x 655 e = 15,5

2LB 38 HA 25 x 655 e = 15,5

20

20
585

585

20

165

170

1LH 38 HA 25 x 645 e = 15,5

585

20

12 x 12 HA 16 x 190 e = 46,5

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590
295

295

590

295

295

D: 2,4

L : 590 l : 590 h : 170

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4. 7. CONCRETE BLOCK (M169N)

2LH 55 HA 20 x 700 e = 11,8

20

1LH 55 HA 20 x 700 e = 11,8

640
20

20
640

20

1LB 55 HA 25 x 710 e = 11,8

2LB 55 HA 25 x 710 e = 11,8

20

20
640

640

20

165

170

20

13 x 13 = 169 ep HA 20 x 190 e = 47,2

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645
322,5

322,5

645

322,5

322,5

D: 2,4

L : 645 l : 645 h : 170

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4. 8. CONCRETE BLOCK (M205N)

2LH 58 T 25 x 745 e = 12,3

20

1LH 58 T 25 x 745 e = 12,3

705
20

20
705

20

1LB 58 T 20 x 745 e = 12,3

2LB 58 T 20 x 745 e = 12,3

20
705

20

705

20

165

170

20

14 x 14 T 16 x 190 e = 49,2

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710
355

355

710

355

355

D: 2,4

L : 710 l : 710 h : 170

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4. 9. CONCRETE BLOCK (M278N)

2LH 69 T 25 x 815 e = 11,3

20

20

20
775

20

1LB 69 T 20 x 815 e = 11,3

2LB 69 T 20 x 815 e = 11,3

20
775

20

775

20

185

190

1LH 69 T 25 x 815 e = 11,3

775

20

14 x 14 T 20 x 210 e = 56,5

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780
390

390

780

390

390

D: 2,4

L : 780 l : 780 h : 190

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