A knuckle boom crane looks similar to a regular crane. The main difference is that the boom can fold back similar to a finger since the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the middle. This enables the machine to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Typically, the arm on a knuckle boom crane is somewhat a bit lighter compared to boom truck cranes. The crane arm is designed to allow more payloads to be lifted on the back of the mounted vehicle. Nearly all knuckle boom cranes are mounted at the rear of the cab. This leaves the entire bed of the truck empty.
Interestingly enough, smaller kinds of knuckle boom cranes can be utilized without a licensed crane operator, so long as the maximum capacity is less than 15,000 pounds or if the maximum boom 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 are capable of running the crane and starting it. Additionally, numerous models come equipped with a computer readout system which 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 carry out tasks at elevated heights. These lifts are portable, inexpensive, lightweight work platforms made to be utilized indoor. The patented Girder Lock mast design by Snorkel provides superb flexibility and excellent reach. 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 in order to be easy for one person to utilize. 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 truly are an efficient option to scaffold towers.