The knuckle boom crane is quite like a typical 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 middle. This allows the machine to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Usually, the arm on a knuckle boom crane is quite a bit lighter than boom truck cranes. The crane arm is designed to enable more payloads to be carried on the back of the mounted vehicle. Most knuckle boom cranes are mounted behind the cab. This leaves the entire bed of the truck empty.
Smaller kinds of knuckle boom cranes could be used without a licensed crane operator, if the load capacity of the equipment is less than 15,000 lbs. or if the boom's maximum length is less than 25 feet long.
There are different kinds of control systems for the cranes. For example, there is radio remote control, control from the ground, stand up and seated control. The radio remote systems are capable of running the crane as well as starting it. Additionally, numerous models come outfitted with a computer readout system that immediately provides system readouts reporting if the crane is overloaded or not.
Personnel Lifts
Snorkel Personnel Lifts are designed for facilities maintenance professionals and contractors. These lifts are lightweight, portable, affordable work platforms made to be utilized indoor. The patented Girder Lock mast design by Snorkel delivers excellent reach and superb stability. This system, used in the UL Series, offers excellent lift capacity.
Snorkel's PAM Series and UL Series Personnel lifts are made so that only one individual is required to operate the equipment. These equipment are easy to transport. They could easily be pushed smoothly into position and pass through a standard sized doorway. These lifts can be erected in minutes and can provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they truly are an efficient alternative to scaffold towers.