The knuckle boom crane is quite similar to a standard crane with one main distinction. The boom is capable of folding back similar to a finger. In essence, the boom articulates at the "knuckle" near the middle. This allows the equipment to be able to transform into a compact size for storage and maneuvering.
Usually, the arm on a knuckle boom crane is somewhat a bit lighter than boom truck cranes. The crane arm is designed to allow more payloads to be carried on the back of the mounted vehicle. Nearly all knuckle boom cranes are mounted at the back of the cab. This leaves the entire 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.
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 can operate the crane and starting it. Furthermore, lots of models come equipped with a computer readout system that instantly 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 portable, inexpensive, lightweight 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, provides excellent lift capacity.
Snorkel's PAM Series and UL Series Personnel lifts are made so that only one individual is required to operate the machines. These machines could be transported easily. They can easily pass through a standard sized doorway and be pushed into position smoothly. These lifts are capable of being erected in minutes and can provide working heights of up to 46 feet, they really are an efficient alternative to scaffold towers.