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ASME B30.14-2025 Side Boom and Rotating Pipelayers, 2025
- CONTENTS
- FOREWORD
- ASME B30 COMMITTEE ROSTER
- CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE B30 COMMITTEE
- B30 STANDARD INTRODUCTION
- ASME B30.14-2025 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
- Chapter 14-0 Scope, Definitions, Translation, Personnel Competence, and References [Go to Page]
- SECTION 14-0.1: SCOPE OF B30.14
- SECTION 14-0.2: DEFINITIONS
- SECTION 14-0.3: PERSONNEL COMPETENCE
- SECTION 14-0.4: REFERENCES
- Chapter 14-1 Construction and Characteristics [Go to Page]
- SECTION 14-1.1: LOAD RATINGS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.1.1 Load Ratings — Where Stability Governs Lifting Performance
- 14-1.1.2 Load Ratings — Where Structural Competence or Hydraulic Capacity Governs Lifting Performance
- 14-1.1.3 Load Ratings — Where Dynamic Factors Govern Lifting Performance
- 14-1.1.4 Load Rating Chart
- SECTION 14-1.2: OPERATIONAL AIDS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.2.1 Motion and Performance Indicators
- 14-1.2.2 Pipelayer Configuration and Capacity Setting
- SECTION 14-1.3: BOOM HOIST AND LOAD HOIST MECHANISMS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.3.1 Boom Hoist Mechanism
- 14-1.3.2 Load Hoist Mechanism
- 14-1.3.3 Adjustments
- SECTION 14-1.4: ROTATING PIPELAYER STRUCTURE [Go to Page]
- 14-1.4.1 Rotation Control
- 14-1.4.2 Rotation Brakes and Locks
- SECTION 14-1.5: PIPELAYER TRAVEL [Go to Page]
- 14-1.5.1 Travel Controls
- 14-1.5.2 Travel Brakes and Locks
- SECTION 14-1.6: CONTROLS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.6.1 Pipelayer Operation
- 14-1.6.2 Control Forces and Movement
- 14-1.6.3 Power Plant Controls
- 14-1.6.4 Engine Clutch
- SECTION 14-1.7: ROPES AND REEVING ACCESSORIES [Go to Page]
- 14-1.7.1 Rope Design Factors
- 14-1.7.2 Ropes
- 14-1.7.3 Sheaves
- 14-1.7.4 Load Hooks, Ball Assemblies, and Load Blocks
- SECTION 14-1.8: CABS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.8.1 Construction
- 14-1.8.2 Platforms
- 14-1.8.3 Access
- 14-1.8.4 Cab Roof
- 14-1.8.5 Noise Exposure
- SECTION 14-1.9: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS [Go to Page]
- 14-1.9.1 Booms
- 14-1.9.2 Hoist Limiting
- 14-1.9.3 Exhaust Gases
- 14-1.9.4 Stabilizers (Wheel-Type Pipelayers)
- 14-1.9.5 Welded Construction
- 14-1.9.6 Guards for Moving Parts
- 14-1.9.7 Clutch and Brake Protection
- 14-1.9.8 Lubricating Points
- 14-1.9.9 Miscellaneous Equipment
- 14-1.9.10 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Line Protection
- SECTION 14-1.10: MANUALS AND TRANSLATIONS
- Chapter 14-2 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance [Go to Page]
- SECTION 14-2.1: INSPECTION — GENERAL [Go to Page]
- 14-2.1.1 Inspection Classification
- 14-2.1.2 Frequent Inspection
- 14-2.1.3 Periodic Inspection
- 14-2.1.4 Pipelayers Not in Regular Use
- 14-2.1.5 Inspection Records
- 14-2.1.6 Operational Aids
- SECTION 14-2.2: TESTING [Go to Page]
- 14-2.2.1 Operational Testing
- 14-2.2.2 Rated Load Test
- SECTION 14-2.3: MAINTENANCE [Go to Page]
- 14-2.3.1 Preventive Maintenance
- 14-2.3.2 Maintenance Procedure
- 14-2.3.3 Adjustments and Repairs
- 14-2.3.4 Lubrication
- SECTION 14-2.4: ROPE INSPECTION, REPLACEMENT, AND MAINTENANCE — GENERAL
- Chapter 14-3 Operation [Go to Page]
- SECTION 14-3.1: OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS AND OPERATING PRACTICES [Go to Page]
- 14-3.1.1 Operators
- 14-3.1.2 Operator Qualifications
- 14-3.1.3 Responsibilities
- SECTION 14-3.2: HANDLING THE LOAD [Go to Page]
- 14-3.2.1 Weight of Load
- 14-3.2.2 Attaching the Load
- 14-3.2.3 Moving the Load
- 14-3.2.4 Load Ratings — Where Dynamic Factors Determine Lifting Capacity
- 14-3.2.5 Holding the Load
- 14-3.2.6 Assisted Lifts
- SECTION 14-3.3: SIGNALS [Go to Page]
- 14-3.3.1 Standard Signals
- 14-3.3.2 Hand Signals
- 14-3.3.3 Voice Signals
- 14-3.3.4 Special Signals
- 14-3.3.5 Instructions
- SECTION 14-3.4: OPERATING NEAR ELECTRIC POWER LINES [Go to Page]
- 14-3.4.1 Operating Near Electric Power Lines
- SECTION 14-3.5: MISCELLANEOUS [Go to Page]
- 14-3.5.1 Counterweight
- 14-3.5.2 Refueling
- 14-3.5.3 Fire Extinguishers
- Figures [Go to Page]
- Figure 14-0.2-1 Track-Type Rotating Pipelayer
- Figure 14-0.2-2 Track-Type Side Boom Pipelayer
- Figure 14-0.2-3 Wheel-Type Side Boom Pipelayer
- Figure 14-1.1.1-1 Load Overhang
- Figure 14-1.1.4-1 Load Rating Chart
- Figure 14-3.3.2-1 Standard Hand Signals for Controlling Pipelayer Operations
- Figure 14-3.4.1-1 Specified Clearance for Pipelayers and Lifted Loads Operating Near Electrical Transmission Lines
- Table [Go to Page]
- Table 14-3.4.1-1 Required Clearance for Normal Voltage in Operation Near High-Voltage Power Lines and Operation in Transit With No Load and Boom or Mast Lowered [Go to Page]
