A knuckle boom crane looks similar to a standard crane. The main distinction is that the boom could fold back similar to a finger as 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.
Knuckle boom crane arms are quite a bit lighter compared to boom truck cranes. These crane arms are made to enable more payloads to be carried on the back of the vehicle it is mounted on. Nearly all knuckle boom cranes are mounted at the rear of the cab. This leaves the whole bed of the truck empty.
Smaller types of knuckle boom cranes could be used without a licensed crane operator, if the load capacity of the equipment is less than 15,000 pounds or if the boom's maximum length is less than 25 feet long.
There are various types of control systems for the cranes. For instance, there is control from the ground, radio remote control, stand up and seated control. The radio remote systems can run the crane as well as starting it. Moreover, numerous 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 jobs at elevated heights. These lifts are portable, inexpensive, lightweight work platforms made to be utilized indoor. The patented Girder Lock mast design by Snorkel delivers 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 designed and built so as to be easy for one individual to utilize. These machines are easy to transport. They could easily pass through a standard sized doorway and be pushed into position smoothly. These lifts are capable of being erected in minutes and being able to provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they really are an efficient option to scaffold towers.