Yes, the cranes in our PH range can be PTO driven. SwingLift cranes and LoadLift loading platforms are powered by the existing vehicle battery.
You can contact the sales office on 01246 811 475, contact your area manager or use the configurator.
Our truck-mounted cranes typically have a lead time of 4–6 weeks from when you place the order.
In a word, no. It is important to consider vehicle stability, payload and axle loadings when specifying vehicle-mounted cranes.
We have to consider the carrying capacity of the vehicle and the realistic possible weight of the mounted crane after accounting for any other auxiliary items (such as vehicle racking) and passengers.
The strength of the vehicle body and whether it can support the crane must also be considered. That being said, there is often work we can do to strengthen the body to a sufficient level to support the crane.
Our Area Sales Managers are experts in this topic and they will guide you through this, letting you know what models will be suitable for your vehicle.
BS 7121-1 is the essential standard for those planning and carrying out lifting operations with cranes in the UK. BS 7121-1 gives recommendations for the safe use of cranes permanently or temporarily installed in a work environment.
BS 7121-1 covers the following for lifting operations:
BS 7121-1 provides guidance on complying with the requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment 1998 and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. This standard is also used by Health and Safety Executive and Courts as an indication of good practice.
To be able to specify a crane or loading platform we would need to know:
Loading platforms typically have a lead time of 6–8 weeks from when you place the order.
Years of expertise, the best mechanical engineers including at Chartered level, and top of the range 3D CAD software enable us to design products rooted in innovation and specified for need.
Unlike many other companies, we manufacture our lifting equipment in the UK at our purpose-built facility. This helps us to meet the demands of a fast-moving marketplace.
We offer a comprehensive installation service for all products to ensure correct and safe installation and minimise downtime.
Our nationwide team of service engineers keep your equipment running and compliant with lifting legislation.
We provide comprehensive training for all our products, arming you with complete knowledge about your product and its capabilities.
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