What increases at the suspended end during a multiple crane lift?

In a multiple crane lift, the load that each crane is responsible for handling can lead to an increase in the overall weight supported by the suspended end of the load. When several cranes are used to lift a single load, the total weight being lifted effectively increases as the cranes work together to share the load. This increase means that the load distributed to the suspended end can rise significantly, which is critical to understand for ensuring that all equipment involved can safely handle the additional weight.

Additionally, factors like load distribution among the cranes, the lifting capacity of each crane, and the rigging can all play significant roles in how the weight is managed at the suspended end, making it crucial for operators to be aware of these dynamics during a multiple crane operation. Therefore, understanding that the load increases helps in assessing the effectiveness of the operation and in taking appropriate safety measures to prevent accidents or failures during the lift.