tower crane
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Earlier, onlookers were reportedly told by police at the scene there was a danger a white tower crane operating close to Whitehall Road could collapse.
From BBC • Nov. 14, 2023
The tower crane, owned by New York Crane and Equipment Corp., was hoisting concrete to the 36th story of a luxury high-rise when a fire broke out in the machine’s cab, officials said.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2023
But in 2012, James F. Lomma, the owner of a crane company, was acquitted of all criminal charges in connection with the collapse of a tower crane that killed two workers.
From New York Times • Sep. 9, 2019
Lynnwood boasted online about the first tower crane in the city, a year ago.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2016
In July, the tower crane played an integral role as the first level of guest rooms took shape and construction crews poured concrete to form the hotel’s third floor.
From Washington Times • Sep. 19, 2016
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