pound line pulls with compact housings, oil bath lubrication and manual or air-actuated freespool options
The new CARCO H40B and H50B tractor tail winches deliver 40,000- and 50,000- pound pulls with three-stage axial planetary gears, electronic controls and variable speed drive.
Gearmatic’ s GM Series hoists range from 12,000 to 35,000 pounds with crowned gears, stainless drum seals and flexible mounting configurations. www. arrowheadwinch. com
Bigfoot Outrigger Pads
Bigfoot highlighted new products for lift and utility applications, including a red outrigger pad for cranes up to 50 tons, weighing 46 pounds, about 30 % lighter than comparable models. Adjustable leveling pads help stabilize cranes on uneven terrain and are available in multiple sizes. Additional offerings include chain caddies in three sizes, a 5-ton spreader bar and a
new rope and cordage line for pulling, marking and securing materials in utility and construction projects. outriggerpads. com
Kito Crosby
Kito Crosby expanded its Easy-Loc collar pin system to improve safety and speed for shackle connections in lift and utility applications. The system requires pressure on both sides to release, preventing accidental openings and reducing removal time by about 90 % versus traditional pins. Now available for 25- to 75-ton shackles, the design includes a lanyard hole for safety cables and can be drilled for additional securing, with retrofit kits planned for existing shackles. kitocrosby. com
WIKA Mobile Control
The JTC 82C platform control unit( PCU) and HDC33-028B electronic control unit( ECU) are designed for scissor lift operation. The JTC 82C PCU features a 2.8- inch LCD, fault indicator with
buzzer and mechanical life exceeding 1 million cycles. The HDC33-028B ECU meets ISO 13849 and EN 280 standards, with USB updates, optional GPS, shock-resistant PA66 housing, IP65 protection and UL508 certification.
WIKA’ s display also included sensors, gSENS LWG cable reels and the cSCALE mobile controller. www. wika-mc. com
International Powered Access Federation( IPAF)
IPAF has released new guidance on the safe use and maintenance of batteries in MEWPs. The pack includes a technical document, three Toolbox Talks and two Andy Access safety posters, covering safe operation, charging, storage, inspection, maintenance and disposal of flooded lead-acid, AGM, gel and lithium-ion batteries. The guidance aims to help owners, operators, rental companies and maintenance providers manage battery risks throughout MEWPs’ service life. www. ipaf. org
DICA Outrigger Pads
DICA showcased its new line of ground protection mats, including Ranger HD, Defender MD and Titan sys-
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