The knuckle boom crane is quite like a typical crane with one main distinction. The boom is capable of folding back like a finger. In essence, the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the middle. This allows the equipment to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Knuckle boom crane arms are somewhat a little lighter than boom truck cranes. These crane arms are made to allow more payloads to be carried on the back of the vehicle it is mounted on. 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 machine is less than 15,000 pounds or if the boom's maximum length is less than 25 feet long.
There are different types of control systems for the cranes. Like for example, there is radio remote control, control from the ground, stand up and seated control. The radio remote systems could operate the crane and starting it. Additionally, many models come outfitted with a computer readout system that 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 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, provides great lift capacity.
The Snorkel UL Series Personnel and PAM Series lifts have been built and designed so as to be easy for one individual to operate. These machinery are easy to transport. They could easily be pushed smoothly into position and pass through a regular sized doorway. These lifts can be erected in minutes and can provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they are an effective alternative to scaffold towers.