The knuckle boom crane is somewhat like a standard crane with one key distinction. The boom is capable of folding back similar to a finger. In essence, the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the center. This enables the machinery to be able to transform into a compact size for maneuvering and storage.
Knuckle boom crane arms are somewhat a little lighter than boom truck cranes. These crane arms are made to allow more payloads to be lifted on the back of the vehicle it is mounted on. Most knuckle boom cranes are mounted behind the cab. This leaves the whole bed of the truck empty.
Smaller kinds of knuckle boom cranes could be utilized without a certified crane operator, if the load capacity of the machinery is less than 15,000 pounds or if the boom's maximum length is less than 25 feet long.
There are various types of control systems for the cranes. For example, there is radio remote control, control from the ground, seated and stand up control. The radio remote systems can operate the crane as well as starting it. In addition, a lot of models come equipped with a computer readout system which immediately provides system readouts reporting if the crane is overloaded or not.
Personnel Lifts
Personnel lifts designed by Snorkel have been made to help maintenance professionals and contractors carry out tasks at elevated heights. These lifts are portable, affordable, lightweight work platforms made to be used indoor. The patented Girder Lock mast design by Snorkel delivers excellent reach and superb stability. This system, utilized in the UL Series, offers great lift capacity.
The Snorkel UL Series Personnel and PAM Series lifts have been designed and built in order to be easy for one person to use. These equipment could be transported easily. They could easily be pushed into position smoothly and pass through a regular sized doorway. These lifts are capable of being erected in minutes and could provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they really are an effective alternative to scaffold towers.