A knuckle boom crane looks similar to a regular crane. The main difference is that the boom could fold back similar to a finger since the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the middle. This allows the machine to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Usually, the arm on a knuckle boom crane is quite a little lighter compared to boom truck cranes. The crane arm is designed to enable more payloads to be carried on the back of the mounted vehicle. 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 utilized 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.
Control systems for these cranes are usually different. Some can control from the ground, radio remote control, stand up and seated control. The radio remote systems are capable of running the crane as well as starting it. Furthermore, a lot of models come outfitted with a computer readout system which immediately provides system readouts reporting if the crane is overloaded or not.
Personnel Lifts
Snorkel Personnel Lifts are designed for contractors and facilities maintenance professionals. These lifts are affordable, lightweight, portable 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.
Snorkel's PAM Series and UL Series Personnel lifts are made so that only one individual is required to operate the equipment. 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 efficient alternative to scaffold towers.