A knuckle boom crane looks like a typical crane. The key difference is that the boom could fold back like a finger since the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the center. This enables the equipment to be able to transform into a compact size for maneuvering and storage.
Knuckle boom crane arms are quite a little lighter than boom truck cranes. These crane arms are made to enable more payloads to be lifted on the back of the vehicle it is mounted on. 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 could be used 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 different types of control systems for the cranes. Like for instance, there is control from the ground, radio remote control, stand up and seated control. The radio remote systems could operate the crane and starting it. Additionally, lots of models come equipped with a computer readout system that provides system readouts at once 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 lightweight, portable, inexpensive 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 excellent 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 machines are easy to transport. They could easily be pushed smoothly into position 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 option to scaffold towers.