Stiff boom cranes are most suitable for general cargo handling and for service on board ships and offshore units where there is deck space for operating this type of cranes. Stiff booms are used for short working radius.
Lattice booms are commonly used on platforms and on vessels for mid range lifting capacity or long outreach applications. Lattice booms of 40m or longer will be lighter than equivalent box booms.
A knuckle boom crane is used in the maritime and offshore industry. The boom articulates at the 'knuckle' near the middle, letting it fold back like a finger. This provides a compact size for storage and manoeuvring.
Stiff boom cranes are most suitable for general cargo handling and for service on board ships and offshore units where there is deck space for operating this type of cranes. Stiff booms are used for short working radius.
Lattice booms are commonly used on platforms and on vessels for mid range lifting capacity or long outreach applications. Lattice booms of 40m or longer will be lighter than equivalent box booms