15.11.2016

New National crane/aerial lift models

National Crane has launched a new three model range of boom trucks, the NBT36-1, NBT40-1 and NBT45-1, to replace the NBT36, NBT40 and NBT45 for 2017.

All three models offer true dual purpose functionality as both a crane and aerial work platform. A choice of two booms includes the 43.3 metre which offers platform working heights of 47.7 metres on the main boom and 64.5 metres on the jib. While the 49.1 metre boom provides working heights of 51.5 and 62.8 metres working heights respectively. The new machines are fully compliant with both ANSI/SAIA A92.2 aerial lift and ASME B30.5 mobile crane industry standards as well as all OSHA standards. The two person, 544kg capacity, quick-attach yoke platform features wireless radio remote controls.
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National Crane's new NBT40-1

The machines have been designed with utility applications in mind, and include a number of options to suit the industry, such as hydraulic outlets in the platform for high-pressure hydraulic tools, an available integrated wind speed sensor with read outs in the operators cab and at the aerial lift platform controls.

Updates on the new range, include a graphical rated capacity limiter, which simplifies the set up for both the crane and aerial lift modes, new strengthened aluminium decking, a swing-out cab access ladder and second removable ladder to allow access at several locations around the machine, and lighter polymeric outrigger pads. Pluming for the future addition of an auxiliary winch and cab air conditioning. The new models will make their debut at Conexpo in March, and be ready ship shortly thereafter.

Justin Pilgrim, global product director for boom trucks and carrydeck cranes said: “With these new models, customers will gain the benefits of having both a boom truck and aerial platform in just one package, potentially cutting their need for two or more machines down to one. The dual-rated NBT40-1 Series offers the best of both worlds with straightforward setup, clear steps to reconfigure as an aerial lift, and simpler, smarter operation when in use, thanks to features such as operator feedback of operating height and reach, automated function slowdowns when nearing outer edges of working envelope, wind speed, an emergency lowering system in the event of an engine failure, and many other utility-focused options.”