Three-dimensional graphics, the ability to import CAD drawings or Google Earth imagery, individual crane model graphics that represent each specific crane, the ability to add in rigging or environmental obstructions, are all features that make 3D Lift Plan highly detailed and accurate. When purchasing a lift-planning tool, it’s important to know what the data is based on in order to assess the accuracy of the lift plan output,” she said.
All load chart data in 3D Lift Plan is based on the crane OEM’s full in-cab charts, which on some all-terrain cranes translates to thousands of pages of load charts. “A common mistake crane users make when planning lifts is to use load chart data provided on the sales brochures rather than the full in-cab charts.
No other lift planning software has a database as large as we do. 3D Lift Plan has at least 2500 models in a database that continues to grow all of the time. In addition, customers can request the addition of any crane, even those that are one-of- a-kind, custom cranes, such as a barge-mounted crane. Link-Belt, Manitowoc and Tadano Mantis each sponsor the data for their respective crane models in 3D Lift Plan. “When comparing crane databases, it’s important that the available load charts represent the cranes in your fleet and provide an easy way to add in new models you acquire. No additional CAD program is required,” she said. 3D Lift Plan is a standalone application.
Program features, load charts, and crane graphics are all updated on our server, so there is no need for you to install updates. 3D Lift Plan will search the load charts for all your cranes to find the most economical crane configurations for the lift. “You provide the weight and dimensions of the object you are lifting and the location and size of any obstructions on the jobsite.
“Our programmers are continuously working to improve the features of 3D Lift Plan based on the feedback we receive from customers,” Weiss said. When this configuration is selected, 3D Lift Plan will calculate the sling angles and tension. The new configuration features two spreader bars and four roll-blocks.
“This flexibility is important because 3D Lift Plan is a cloud-based program, eliminating the need to download and update software to individual computers,” she said. “We have utilised WebGL technologies to enable the display of 3D content in Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge web browsers to improve the interface for customers no matter their preferred browser,” Tawnia Weiss, President of A1A Software, said. Designed as a self-guided wizard, the tool asks the user to input specific data that automatically generates accurate jobsites and lift plans.Ī1A Software, developers of the tool, continues to improve the interface and features of 3D Lift Plan, making it easier for customers to use the crane lift planning program as a sales tool, for bid proposals, crane selection and setup, lift planning and documentation. Basic level users, people whose job may be more sales oriented, for example, appreciate the Quick Lift Setup feature. 3D Lift Plan can be used by people with all levels of crane and rigging knowledge and technology savviness.
Some lift planning tools provide incredible detail and accuracy but require extensive training to be able to use. Now, it offers other business management tools specific to the needs of crane and construction equipment owners. A1A Software got its start by developing the well-known lift planning program 3D Lift Plan.