19.09.2016

New initiatives from Hiab

Loader crane manufacturer Hiab is launching two new initiatives to ease crane installation and operation, Hiab Frameworks and Crane Tip Control.

The Hiab Frameworks programme, offers pre-manufactured, ready to install modular sub-frames that match the truck that the customer has selected. The installation package comes complete with pump, tanks and auxiliary stabilisers. The frames are bolted to the chassis, with all stress calculations already carried out and tested.

Initially the system will be available for several heavy cranes for Volvo, Renault, Scania and DAF chassis, but will be extended to further models in the coming year.

Heavy loader cranes director Marcel Boxem said: "With Hiab Frameworks the installation time can be reduced by up to 75 percent. This means that the crane is ready for use much faster, which is a great benefit for installers, bodybuilders and our end customers. Basically anyone could install the crane safely and fast."
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Hiab Frameworks is one of the new initiatives introduced by Hiab

The new Crane Tip Control (CTC) feature is available on Hiab's HiPro control system and is said to simplify loader crane operation. The crane operator is now able to control the crane tip, with three controllers – Vertical Slew and Horizontal – the software then activates the individual boom functions such as first boom up or down, second boom up or down and telescope in or out. The operator can activate or deactivate the feature by simply pressing a button on the controller.

Control systems manager Marcus Rösth said: "We have developed this system based on customer demand. They wanted to be able to move the crane tip along a perfect vertical path without using a hoist - a movement that used to demand high operator precision and skills."

The new initiatives will be shown on the company’s stand at the IAA in Hanover next week. But in the meantime you can see how it works in the following video: