A knuckle boom crane looks similar to a typical crane. The key distinction is that the boom is capable of folding back similar to a finger since the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the center. This enables the machine to be able to transform into a compact size for maneuvering and storage.
Usually, the arm on a knuckle boom crane is quite a little lighter compared to boom truck cranes. The crane arm is designed to enable more payloads to be lifted on the back of the mounted vehicle. Most knuckle boom cranes are mounted at the back of the cab. This leaves the whole bed of the truck empty.
Smaller kinds of knuckle boom cranes can be utilized without a licensed crane operator, if the load capacity of the machine is less than 15,000 pounds or if the boom's maximum length is less than 25 feet long.
Control systems for these cranes are normally different. Some can control from the ground, radio remote control, seated and stand up control. The radio remote systems can run the crane as well as starting it. Furthermore, a lot of models come outfitted with a computer readout system which instantly provides system readouts reporting if the crane is overloaded or not.
Personnel Lifts
Personnel lifts designed by Snorkel have been made to help contractors and maintenance professionals perform jobs at elevated heights. These lifts are lightweight, portable, affordable work platforms made to be used indoor. The patented Girder Lock mast design by Snorkel provides superb flexibility and excellent reach. This system, utilized in the UL Series, provides great lift capacity.
The Snorkel UL Series Personnel and PAM Series lifts have been built and designed in order to be easy for one individual to utilize. These machinery can be transported easily. They can 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 are an effective alternative to scaffold towers.