The knuckle boom crane is somewhat like a standard crane with one main distinction. The boom can fold back like a finger. In essence, the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the center. This allows the equipment to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Knuckle boom crane arms are quite a little lighter compared to 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 at the rear of the cab. This leaves the entire bed of the truck empty.
Smaller types of knuckle boom cranes can be utilized 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.
Control systems for these cranes are often different. Some can control from the ground, radio remote control, 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 that instantly 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 perform jobs 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, used in the UL Series, offers excellent lift capacity.
The Snorkel PAM Series and UL Series Personnel lifts have been built and designed so as to be easy for one person to use. These equipment can be transported easily. They can easily be pushed smoothly into position and pass through a regular sized doorway. These lifts are capable of being erected in minutes and being able to provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they are an efficient option to scaffold towers.