Mechanical Aids


Description Pole, Timber Grab (Crane Type)
Manufacturer  
Model  
Type  
Use Pole lifter used on fork lifts and cranes
Fleet Number  
Date of picture 1955

See E.I. Tools and Transport, Mechanical Aids J1030.

POLE TIMBER GRAB, CRANE TYPE

Application
For lifting poles between 5in. and 10in. diameter.

General description
This item is a scissor-type pole grab incorporating the "Somers" automatic operate and release mechanism designed for lifting poles.
It is suitable for use with fixed and mobile cranes, hoists, cat-heads and fork-lift trucks equipped with jib attachment.

The appliance has a safe working load of 10cwt.

Capital cost
£37.

Remarks
Contamination of the hands and clothing of handling personnel with creosote from telephone poles is reduced to a minimum.
 


 

 

 

 

 
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