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I see cranes everywhere I go it seems
I suspect the pressure relief valves in the Effer crane worked as they should and as the weight fell on the crane it came down in a semi-controlled fashion as if it went into overload. This being said that guy is crazy lucky to walk away the way he did. This ended in the best possible outcome... -
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Looking for feedback on a HIAB crane model that is mostly popular in Europe
I'll keep that in mind. Also if you're ever in my neck of the woods come for a tour and lunch with a cold Canadian brew on me. Hopefully our two governments open the borders again freely without all these restrictions. I appreciate your input Reach. Thank you. -
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Looking for feedback on a HIAB crane model that is mostly popular in Europe
Great points as I think it's more expensive relatively speaking compared to what the North American market standard is. So you use a log-loader to both load and unload the deck currently and it's mounted end of frame from what I understand. Would there be any benefit to having it mounted back... -
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Looking for feedback on a HIAB crane model that is mostly popular in Europe
All excellent points Reach and something I've just started investigating. I've been in the industry a very long time but this style crane is completely new to me. What I'm trying to figure out is the speed, reliability and if is there a market for it? Would a short logging truck (25' reach... -
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Looking for feedback on a HIAB crane model that is mostly popular in Europe
Hi guys I'm hoping you can give me some honest feedback on a crane model that HIAB currently offers predominantly in the European market. It's a HIAB Z crane. This crane was predominantly designed for the aggregate, trash, and scrap steel industry however in Sweden they are using it in the... -
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Ideas for storing the Mecanil Saw while driving between jobs
Hi AT that is a very good question and there are a few good reasons behind the design. Feel free to send me a PM and I'll fill you in. All good crane dealers have a variation of the same last manual extension holding the grapple. The design comes from trial and error. -
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Comparing A Frame Log Loaders Video
Hi Tim great video! Have you checked out the HIAB Loglift? Internal hoses, good reach and capacity. It's not a product that I sell but you seem like a very knowledgeable guy in this industry so I'd appreciate your input. Thanks in advance, https://www.hiab.com/en/brands/loglift If you are... -
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Ideas for storing the Mecanil Saw while driving between jobs
I've got a few pictures of what we have done for customers that I will share once I find them. Most the trucks with saw-grapples that we have built were on detachable bodies/ hooklift roll-offs. One thing I learned is that if you are not using the grapple and it's stored off to one side inside... -
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Urban use of knuckleboom/grapplesaw
In the time I've been doing this there are two predominant schools of thought when it comes to Urban tree work and what type of package should be used. 1) Keep the truck as small/short and maneuverable as possible with the largest crane you can put on a 33,000GVW truck chassis. Typically... -
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Knuckleboom Upgrades
Hi Steve I'm not sure who built your package but they really did a fantastic job on the layout and fit and finish. BIG kudos to the dealer. It's a beautifully built truck. I really like how they built your over head cab guard, the attention to detail there is impressive and it looks fantastic... -
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12k axle up front how heavy of a loader can I put behind the cab?
Based on your description it sounds like your truck is 52,000 GVW, not ideal for a big crane mounted back of cab but you can still do a lot with it. If you are looking at a log-loader that will stow backwards and spread the weight out over the rear axles at a weight of 7,500 lbs you should be OK... -
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Knuckleboom vs. Wallboard Crane
Hi guys I'd like to add a few more things to this thread. Please note that I sell Fly-jib knuckle booms predominantly to the tree removal industry but I do believe there is a market for dual articulating drywall cranes (HIAB, FASSI, PALFINGER, CORMACH, EFFER ETC..). I think what many are... -
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Knuckleboom vs. Wallboard Crane
No Deevo but if you want to see a HIAB 505K up close just send me a message. If you have some time come by our yard and I'll give you a tour. -
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Knuckleboom vs. Wallboard Crane
In the long run a "Drywall crane" like the Hiab 435K Treezilla will outlast any equivalent flyjib crane. Less moving parts, less extensions and all the extensions especially the last one are incredibly robust, large and beefy which will handle the deflection after the cut is made much better. It... -
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HIAB Grapple saw cranes - videos
This is an old video but I believe many of the points are still valid to new operators. I know a lot of you will roll your eyes at this but there is good info here especially if you are a new crane operator. Stay safe. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="" title="YouTube video player"... -
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HIAB Grapple saw cranes - videos
This was a customer made video with HIAB 477 + jib crane with HIAB man basket - No Grapple saw. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"...
