A hammerhead crane is a type of tower crane commonly used on large construction sites. It has a long horizontal arm (called the jib) that looks like a hammer when viewed from the side — that’s why it’s called a hammerhead crane.

Use of Hammerhead Crane:
This crane is mainly used to lift and move heavy materials such as steel, concrete blocks, and machinery from one place to another on construction sites. The crane can rotate 360 degrees, allowing it to cover a wide area without moving the base.

Where It is Used:

• High-rise building construction
• Bridges and flyover projects
• Power plants and large industrial sites
• Shipyards and heavy lifting areas

How It Works:

• The long horizontal arm carries the load.
• A trolley moves along the arm to pick up and place materials.
• The crane rotates on its base to move items in different directions.

Benefits:

Good for placing materials at high points or hard-to-reach areas

Can lift very heavy loads

Covers a large working area

Very stable and reliable for big construction projects