Different Types Of Jib Cranes

A jib crane is a compact and efficient piece of lifting equipment, most commonly utilized in industrial facilities and workshops. The jib crane is composed of a rotating boom, a vertical mast and a hoist, and can be operated either electrically or pneumatically. Although the overhead crane is widely preferred, today many owners of workshops recognize the many benefits jib cranes bring and decide to invest in a jib crane.

Largest truck in the world

This is Mercedes Benz-Actros transporting the Caterpillar 797, also known as the largest truck in the world that costs more than $12 million.

Crawler Crane Parts

Crawler crane is a self-propelled crane, most often utilized for high-rise constructions. The crawler crane uses tracks for movement and it is particularly efficient on soft surfaces. Due to its tracks and the weight dispersal they provide, the crawler crane is very stable and so able to lift heavy weights. It has a load and reach capacity that makes it extremely productive machine and today, almost any popular crane manufacturer include a crawler crane in their product lines.

Crawler Crane

The Crawler cranes are one of the few types of cranes that are connected with crawlers on an undercarriage. Check out this amazing crawler crane located in Australia. 

Franna Cranes

Franna (Francis and Anna) is the name of the company that manufactures P&C cranes with lifting option from 10 to 25 tons. This is a photo collection of Franna Cranes Australia including: Franna Mobile Crane, Franna AT18 Crane, BHB Chamberlain Crane and 20T Franna Crane.

Most Popular Mobile Cranes

A crane is a lifting machine that is heavily used in many industry sectors like: construction, forestry, mining, cargo, transportation etc. This machine works by a system consisted of chains, pulleys and cables. The cranes are valuable assets in the construction industry because without them the operations of lifting heavy items and materials would seem impossible. There are different kinds of cranes on the market, from small portable crane models to much larger tower cranes. Every model has its own specifications and it is used for particular lifting task.

Construction Crane

The Constriction Crane is one of the most important machines for tall building construction, amongs other architecture. Fixed to the ground and using basic parts, the crane provides balance and security while working. There are different types of cranes, but the parts are pretty much the same, including: the mast, slewing unit, operating cabin, jib, hook and weights.

Large Cranes

Check out this collection of new and used large cranes available in Australia:

30t LTM1030/1 - Liebherr Crane

    

KATO KR 10 H Truck Crane

A crane truck has two parts attached to itself. The first part is the carrier (a.k.a. the Lower) and the second one is called "The Upper" (a.k.a. the component with the boom). This particular model is a 10 tonne KATO KR 10 H. Check out some similar truck cranes for sale Australia through Machines4u.

Hitachi ZX225 Crawler Crane in working mode

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Ute Cranes

This ute crane is a lightweight category model and in the same time very different than some other ute cranes, cause of it's capacity to lift up to 800 lbs. Some of the parts of this model are shown on the picture:

Hydraulic Ute Cranes

Hydraulic truck cranes are creating force that is necessary to lift an object using liquid. The source of energy operates using high pressure oil. Check out some pins on my Pinterest profile.

John Deere Backhoe

A John Deere Backhoe is an exceptional heavy machinery, also known as back actor or rear actor and it's used for digging. Check out some new and used John Deere Backhoe models at Machines4u.

The Newest Medium Wheeled Loaders from Caterpillar

If you are looking for the newest medium-sized loader by Caterpillar, then check the Cat 980M model available on the market. This Cat 980M Caterpillar model is designed to hold from 9 to 11.4 tonnes, which makes it the largest articulated loader available online. Check the latest Caterpillar Australia models, and find the one that suits your specific requirements. Cat 980M and 982M loaders are Eco-friendly, since they have new split-flow oil system and multi-viscosity oil, that improves the fuel economy.