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Wind Challenges: Safety Planning in Greenwich Construction
admin
30 Nov 2023, 12:09
Greenwich Peninsula faces challenges. To address these challenges, the cranes are fitted with WINDCRANE, a remotely accessible wind monitoring system providing live, historical and forecast wind speed data to everyone simultaneously involved in the project.
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Wind Safety at Big EuroVision Event in Liverpool 2023
admin
14 Jul 2023, 12:09
Impact Production Services (IPS), a supplier to the events industry based in Milton Keynes, supplied a custom stage and various other supporting structures for the Big Eurovision Welcome in Liverpool, UK.
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Weather Monitoring for UBS Hoists and Access LTD
admin
18 May 2023, 14:26
Windcrane helps UBSL comply with the requirements of LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998). LOLER mandates weather monitoring devices to detect dangerous conditions, in all projects where lifting equipment or their loads could be affected by high winds. Using live weather data, project…
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Wind Warning Smart Alarm Siren for Tower Cranes construction projects
admin
19 Apr 2023, 13:53
Visual and audible remotely controlled smart wind alarm
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HS2 London Tunnels: Crane Monitoring for the Skanska Costain STRABAG JV
admin
16 Feb 2023, 13:53
The WINDCRANE Mini Jib End Kit in currently being used in HS2 project and it accomplishes three main functions: live weather monitoring, historical reports a crane-specific weather forecasts.
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Dragonfly Consulting: Using WINDCRANE in Wind Turbine Noise Assessments
admin
12 Jan 2023, 10:06
Case Study: Wind Turbine Noise Assessments Client name: Dragonfly Consulting Location: United Kingdom
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Scheduling Crane Lifts Safely: How Does Each Load Interact with the Wind?
admin
9 Sept 2022, 17:13
Planning crane lifts is a process that requires careful calculations and judgment
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When should you stop a crane due to strong wind speed?
admin
1 Sept 2022, 14:26
Harsh weather adds risk to lifting operations, and quick action may be needed to prevent accidents. To manage risk, the first step is knowing the exact wind conditions at all times. Based on crane specifications, operators and project managers can decide if a lift can proceed safely.
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Weather Monitoring used at Summer and Winter Sport Events
admin
19 Aug 2022, 12:09
Case study: The units operating at a temperature range from -30°C to +40°C, and exposed to harsh conditions without suffering damage. Client: Unusual Rigging Location: Asia
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How Weather Monitoring Can Help Ski Resorts Manage Snowmaking
windcrane
4 Apr 2022, 18:43
Case Study: How to Use Weather Monitoring to Optimise Snowmaking Costs Client name: Axamer Lizum, Ski Resort, Austria
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Bankable Wind Data for the Construction Industry
windcrane
28 Mar 2022, 08:55
Having accurate wind data is important, but construction firms cannot ignore the role of human interpretation. Contractors need to ensure that crane operators, project managers and other staff members are provided with exactly the same data. Otherwise, they may reach different conclusions based on measurements from…
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Event Wind Safety Focus at Formula 1 GrandPrix 2021 - WINDCRANE Monitoring
admin
1 Feb 2022, 12:09
Client name : Design Services Location : Silverstone
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Windcrane Monitoring System for Sword Construction at the Devonshire Dock Hall
admin
17 Jan 2022, 08:55
Sword Construction required an accurate and reliable wind monitoring solution for the Devonshire Dock Hall expansion, where they used two Wolffkran luffing cranes. The facility is owned by BAE Systems, and the expansion will be used to assemble Royal Navy submarines.
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How wind data can improve crane safety and productivity
windcrane
2 Nov 2021, 14:55
Eduardo Estelles, Managing Director of UK-based Windcrane, will be speaking at the International Tower Cranes (ITC) conference on 2 December to highlight new approaches to the use of crane wind speed data, providing benefits for the entire supply chain, from crane rental companies to contractors and clients.
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Why do wind speeds differ on multi crane sites?
windcrane
26 Jan 2021, 08:22
Why is the wind speed sometimes different on one or two of my cranes when they are all on the same site and within close proximity. The max (gust) values vary above and below each other. Often they are similar, but occasionally there are large differences, especially on days of high wind speeds like on Oct 31st. In the…
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Construction Contracts and Adverse Weather
windcrane
18 Dec 2020, 07:51
Dealing with weather-related claims in construction contracts and Extension of Time using site specific wind data at crane height. Weather is a critical factor in construction design, planning and execution has among the most varied and far-reaching effects on project outcome. It is one of the most frequent and harmful…
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Wind Monitoring for Building Maintenance Units
windcrane
30 Sept 2020, 13:14
BMUs are vulnerable to high winds and building managers must ensure safe working conditions for cleaning crews. Weather forecasts provide a general idea of what to expect but only a wind monitoring system can track outdoor conditions in real time. When a BMU is equipped with a wind monitoring system, it can detect the…
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Windcrane [EoT] and Compensation for Weather Claims
windcrane
17 Jun 2020, 14:30
Windcrane telematics wind monitoring relies on the real specific location and height to measure accurate wind data for construction cranes. Providing downtime wind reports and forecast from the exact crane wind speed measurements to justify a delay due to harsh weather conditions.
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Climate Change: Is the Weather Getting Worse?
windcrane
28 May 2020, 12:27
Weather risks represent a challenge for cranes, construction firms and other companies with outdoor operations. Without any preparation and response, extreme weather conditions can cause more material damage and safety concerns.
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Digital Transformation In The Construction Sector
windcrane
22 May 2020, 13:30
By developing and utilising the latest digital tools, we can receive crucial benefits like improved data output and greater connectivity between areas. Therefore, digital transformation is something that every business in the construction sector needs to be aware of. No more taking unnecessary risks, you can now adopt…
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Turbulent Winds in the Faroe Islands
windcrane
30 Apr 2020, 10:57
TV Broadcaster in the Faroe Islands ensure the safety of their satelite equipment by measuring the severity of the wind speeds using a live cloud connected system from WINDCRANE.
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Which Businesses are Challenged by High Wind Speeds and Wind Gusts?
windcrane
15 Apr 2020, 14:43
This article describes which industries are affected by high global wind speeds and what dangers can arise from not being prepared for gusty weather. Construction, mining, outdoor events and the marine industry are all users of specialist wind speed monitoring systems such as windcrane.
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5 Features You Need for Effective Weather Monitoring
windcrane
31 Mar 2020, 13:46
The inconsistent nature of the weather is a challenge for any business with outdoor operations. 5 features you need to consider for effective wind and weather monitoring when managing outdoor operations on construction and public sites.
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Handheld Anemometer or Specialised Wind Monitoring for Construction and Cranes
windcrane
17 Feb 2020, 11:30
Wind is the biggest cause of delays and downtime on a construction site and is becoming more erratic every year. For safe and successful lifting operations, it is recommended to have accurate and detailed wind forecasts suitable for your project to better plan your daily and weekly lifting. To measure the speed of wind…
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Always ON Crane Anemometers for Crawlers cranes
windcrane
11 Feb 2020, 13:36
We tend to think about wind mostly during crane operations, however there’s another side to it and it is when the cranes are parked or out of service. The news this week from Vertikal brought two stories of two crawler cranes collapsing due to wind gust and probably out of service.
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Thames Tideway Tunnel: Project Overview and Engineering Challenges
windcrane
28 Jan 2020, 11:57
The Tideway is the part of the River Thames that is affected by tides. This means the river can flow back into the sewage system during a high tide, and this represents an engineering challenge for the tunnel project. This is why a WINDCRANE Max unit is being used to monitor the river level with respect to the tunnel…
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How Does Weather Forecasting Work?
windcrane
13 Dec 2019, 11:07
Forecasts were originally based on past observation, but modern weather science makes ample use of technology. Large amounts of weather data are collected from multiple sources and processed by supercomputers. The data sources include weather stations, satellites, sea buoys, even airplanes and ships. All weather…
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What Is an Anemometer and a Wind Vane?
admin
2 Dec 2019, 15:23
To describe the wind in a specific site, you must know both its speed and direction. An anemometer is a weather instrument that measures wind speed, and its direction can be determined with a wind vane. Since wind speed and direction are closely related, weather monitoring systems normally include both instruments.
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Wind Gusts and Turbulences For Marine Dockside Operations
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:44
A port becomes more competitive by being able to load and unload more tonnes of cargo per day and this can be accomplished in two ways:
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Telecom Towers: Monitoring Wind Speed For Safety and Structural Integrity
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:40
High wind speeds pose a risk when personnel climb the tower for maintenance or modifications. Job planning remotely is essential for Telecom
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Construction IoT: The Advantages of Cloud Connected Electronics for Wind Speed Measurement
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:28
Construction is often perceived as a “traditional” industry, not commonly associated with modern information technologies or cloud connected services (IoT). However, the tools and equipment used in the construction process have experienced constant evolution over the past decades.
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Accelerate IoT Time to Market with a Partnership
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:25
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS FOR A MANUFACTURER IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR? As the Internet of Things (IoT) expands to all types of devices and business sectors, construction equipment manufacturers will face a key challenge.
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Wind Effects Caused by Skyscrapers
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:18
Vertical construction have negative effects on local wind patterns. There are two main types of wind disruption caused by skyscrapers:
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Pre-Construction Wind Speed and Weather Monitoring
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:13
Data collection is simplified greatly with a weather monitoring solution that includes live GSM connectivity and cloud-based data storage and software, such as WINDCRANE.
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Wind management plan and control of any wind related risks during events
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:09
Client: Undercover Events Location: Wembley Stadium
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Artist Group Terraform on Wind Management
admin
29 Oct 2019, 12:06
Client: Terraform Location : UK, big events
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Does Cold Weather Affect Wind Speed ?
admin
29 Oct 2019, 11:46
Temperature differences between air masses lead to pressure differences, and this produces wind. The process is complex and includes Earth's
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Tower Cranes Wind Speed Lifting Guidance
admin
29 Oct 2019, 11:44
Wind is one of the main hazards for cranes. Between 2000 and 2010, there were 1125 reported tower crane accidents resulting in 780 deaths.
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International Cranes and Specialised Transport Editorial on Onboard Electronics and IoT for Cranes
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29 Oct 2019, 11:37
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Should The Wind be Monitored at Sporting and Public Events
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:17
The risks associated with the wind are not common knowledge among the general public, and this is precisely why event planners must monitor the weather in outdoor events with crowds.
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Wind Speed Risks in Steel Construction
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:14
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SAMPLING, LOGGING AND THE ANEMOMETER
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:11
WARNING: This blog is a bit technical and goes into detail of how accurate wind speed data capture & recording works
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WHY YOU NEED YOUR WIND SPEED STORED ON THE CLOUD
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:08
Cloud computing is often associated with entertainment: having all your multimedia in an online database that is accessible and intuitive. However, cloud computing is also a powerful business tool, allowing information management with data volumes and transmission speeds that were impossible just a few decades ago. In
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Wind speed patterns in a city with buildings
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:04
Buildings affect the wind in urban locations, but consider they have sharp corners and rectangular shapes not found in nature.
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Wind Speed Turbulence Intensity in cranes
admin
23 Oct 2019, 19:00
Fatigue failure can occur when machinery is subject to strong cyclical forces.These are very dangerous, since they can damage mechanical
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5 REASONS TO MEASURE WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION USING A REMOTE GSM SYSTEM
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:50
Does your current weather monitoring solution have the right features to measure wind speed and direction effectively? Whilst wind data is only reliable if the measurement system is accurate, weather monitoring is often performed in locations with limited access to communication networks.
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SYSTEM FOR REMOTE WEATHER MONITORING
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:43
Does your current weather monitoring solution have the right features to measure wind speed and direction effectively?
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THE ROLE OF WIND MONITORING SYSTEMS DURING EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:38
In recent years, the often unpredictable nature of extreme weather events means that a weather monitoring system performs a very important function.
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WIND & WEATHER MONITORING IN WASTE MANAGEMENT
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:34
The wind has the potential to blow around debris and emissions from landfill sites & recycling facilities. Wind speed & direction shared
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THE WIND EXPERTS BEHIND WINDCRANE
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:30
Weather monitoring systems are available in many configurations, but what makes WINDCRANE different is the underlying technology. Modern organisations operate across vast geographic distances and as a result, have large volumes of weather data to manage.
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Five ways to minimise the threat of wind & weather hazards for cranes in construction
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:22
The environmental impact of greenhouse gases has made extreme weather more common, workers in the construction industry are more vulnerable
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How to measure wind direction
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:09
There are many times in industry when knowing how to measure wind direction is useful. It is a key element of safety in aviation, boating and winter sports, and must also be considered when designing structures, both permanent and temporary.
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Weather Claims
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:07
Protect your construction projects from weather claims and optimise lifting uptime with Windcrane
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WIND SPEED ACCURACY & ANEMOMETERS FOR CRANES
admin
23 Oct 2019, 18:02
Errors in wind speed measurement are amplified to the power of 2 or 3. This is dependent on the application, making accuracy very important
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HOW TO RUN YOUR WIND WEATHER MANAGEMENT FROM YOUR PHONE
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:57
Do you rely on slow data to make weather and wind decisions? If you’re in the construction industry or outdoor operations, you probably use weather forecasts to plan your activities.
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CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY AT THE WINDIEST TIME OF THE YEAR
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:51
There is a basic rule that applies to construction site safety. Preventing accidents is much cheaper than fixing the damage.
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FIVE USES FOR WIRELESS ANEMOMETER WITH REMOTE ACCESS
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:43
There are many anemometer uses possible today including remote wind measurement. Anemometers have a broad range of applications, and they are necessary for safe operation in many heavy industries and outdoor settings.
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HOW TO MEASURE WIND SPEED
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:37
Measuring wind speed is useful for many reasons. From improving safety in outdoor locations to assessing potential sites for wind power projects. In addition, wind speed monitoring is a key element of meteorology.
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Winter Sports Safety and Wind
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:35
Winter sports such as skiing and mountaineering provide a high-adrenaline experience, but they are inherently risky. These sports are often carried out in very cold and windy environments that are isolated from local healthcare facilities.
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WEATHER STATIONS FOR AGRICULTURE
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:31
Remote Weather Station via 3G GSM for farming, with the heavy duty toughness of WINDCRANE
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WINDCRANE: MAKING AVIATION SAFER
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:28
Aircraft are particularly vulnerable to turbulent winds during take-off and landing, where proximity with the ground leaves no space for error. Air turbulence at high altitude is also dangerous. However, the risk is reduced because the pilot has more time to regain control of the plane after a strong wind.
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Safer Outdoor Events with Live Weather Monitoring
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:22
The weather is one of the most challenging aspects to manage when dealing with outdoor events. Usually, events involve large structures, massive crowds and a great deal of equipment. Weather-related incidents in open fields where assets or property can be damaged have very little risk for human life.
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Weather Monitoring for Outdoor Film Sets
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:18
The film industry can be very profitable, but it is not free from risks. Like in any occupation, there are factors that must be monitored to provide a safe working environment for staff. Many movie sets are found in outdoor locations, where the weather has an impact on the filming process.
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WIND MONITORING IMPORTANCE IN BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:13
Wind monitoring is key during all life cycle stages of a bridge, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. Bridges are typically exposed to strong wind currents hitting them perpendicularly, and their sheer size results in very high mechanical loads induced by the wind. Even if a bridge is properly des
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Weather Claims and Wind Safety
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:08
Anybody working in the construction industry either here in the UK or anywhere else in the world is likely to know that the weather can present us with particular hazards.
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WHAT IS WIND TURBULENCE?
admin
23 Oct 2019, 17:03
Think about chaotic movement, the unstable flow of wind… this is what wind turbulence is. If you’re still not clear, remember the last time you were on an aeroplane and there was turbulence. It’s not a nice experience. WHY IS WIND TURBULENCE SO IMPORTANT IN CONSTRUCTION? It’s very simple, assume your hands and arms are
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Making Streets Safer: Measuring the Effect of Buildings on The Wind
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:21
When the wind hits a tall building head-on, it must go somewhere. A significant portion flows downwards, called downdraught effect.
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Windcrane monitoring at The Fox Footy Longest Kick 2016
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:18
Clien: Champion Data Location: Australia
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MADE IN SCOTLAND, WHERE QUALITY COUNTS
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:14
At WINDCRANE™, we’re proud of the fact that our wind speed monitors are built in Scotland, where we have some of the best workplace health and safety records in the entire world. Thanks to the efforts of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Scotland and other UK nations have become some of the safest countries i
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How WINDCRANE reduces construction costs and enhances safety
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:10
Being a construction manager involves taking quick decisions and reacting to unpredictable situations. When determining if weather conditions are suitable for construction work, there are many factors to consider: Preventing damage to property and construction equipment Ensuring safe working conditions Rescheduling mat
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Wind Monitoring at Festivals, Funfairs and other Events
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:08
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Downtime disputes in the Construction sector
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:05
Anybody working in the construction industry knows that working at height is one of the most dangerous activities, with statistics showing that most cases of fatal injury or severe injury are as a result of a fall from height.
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Dealing with extreme weather and wind gusts
admin
23 Oct 2019, 15:02
The crane collapsed in the USA.
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Construction Sector looks to cloud based solutions
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:55
Revolutionising the Construction Industry GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is the standard developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) to describe the protocols for second generation (2G) digital cellular networks that are used by mobile phones.
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RED BULL AIR RACE CHOOSES WINDCRANE FOR UPCOMING CHAMPIONSHIP
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:50
We’re pleased to announce that WINDCRANE was recently selected to provide live wind speed data for the Red Bullannual air. “The Red Bull Air Race is a massive public event and we are delighted they chose to use our system,” says Lisa Cairns, Commercial Director at WINDCRANE. “It was important we could offer them a syst
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WINDIEST YEAR IN BRITAIN IN MORE THAN 20 YEARS
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:47
Parts of the UK have been hit hard this summer, with high winds and torrential rain. But how is it affecting business, and what can we do to try and combat it? The dreadful summer has been caused by low pressure and winds from the Atlantic, which is experiencing lower temperatures than average. As a result we have seen
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RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW UNDER STRICT DEADLINES & THE WEATHER DID NOT HELP
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:43
RHS Chelsea Flower show selects WINDCRANE to manage their wind speed risks in preparation for the event attracting more than 160,000 visitor
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How to measure wind speed remotely on mobile cranes and crawlers.
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:32
When measuring wind speed on a tower crane, it tends to be a simple job as the boom of the crane does not tend to extend during operation.
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WINDCRANE featured by Jason Bradbury on Vodafone podcast
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:29
Lisa Cairns explains the benefits of using an Internet connected wind speed monitoring system for cranes and construction to Jason Bradbury
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Weather stations, which sensors to use and when
admin
23 Oct 2019, 14:09
Extreme weather stations, sensors like pressure, temperature, wind direction and when to use them.
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Does wind turbulence affect construction sites?
admin
23 Oct 2019, 13:54
How does wind turbulence impact construction sites and crane operations? What is the difference between average wind and wind turbulence?
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Frozen cranes
admin
23 Oct 2019, 13:44
Does temperature affect lifting cranes operation? Can temperature really stop a tower or mobile crane?
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Our Role in a Research Project in the Himalayas
windcrane
23 Oct 2019, 13:30
Snow Leopards, Howling Wind and Climate Change Fears:Our Role in a Research Project in the Himalayas
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Using Wind Monitoring to Apply Building Codes
windcrane
22 Oct 2019, 08:31
Structural designs become more challenging when many tall buildings are close together. Since buildings change wind patterns around them, they can affect the loads experienced by neighboring properties. Therefore, any building design must consider the effect of other structures - not only the existing ones, but also…
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Remote Wind Speed Systems for Ainscough
windcrane
14 Nov 2018, 10:06
Ainscough – which brings together skilled operatives, a large fleet of cranes and 30 strategic locations across the country – recently installed the WindCrane monitoring system. The WINDCRANE wind monitoring system is an invaluable new way for companies to record data for weather conditions:
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HTC Wolffkran Wind Station Recorder
windcrane
2 Nov 2018, 15:47
The WINDCRANE weather station recorder is an invaluable tool that can save contractors thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of pounds. Recognising the advantages of WINDCRANE to their contract hirers, HTC Wolffkran has pioneered the introduction of the weather station recorder as an optional service.
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Windcrane Case Studies
windcrane
1 Nov 2018, 16:08
Customer Case Studies
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Windcrane General
admin
28 Oct 2018, 18:02
Windcrane Cranes and General Blog posts
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Land Management
admin
15 Oct 2018, 13:15
Land Management
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Construction and Cranes
admin
5 Oct 2018, 13:14
Cranes & Construction
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Outdoor Events
admin
1 Oct 2018, 13:14
Outdoor Events

 

 

 

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