Showing posts with label articulate. Show all posts
Showing posts with label articulate. Show all posts

Friday, August 07, 2009

Free Standing Systems

There are three ways to support a Kundel Crane system. We will now discuss what is called a "free standing" system. When we use the term "free standing," we are referring to crane system supported by posts. Most Kundel cranes manufactured are supported in this manner. Each post stands erect. At the top of each post extends an arm which holds the runway. The runway is connected using a ball and socket joint. Much like the same concept of how your arm connects to your shoulder. We refer to this connection as the Internal Balance Mechanism. The IBM allows for the runways to pendulate (Pendulation will be discussed later). The IBM also guarantees the crane lays parallel with the ground.
Kundel posts have a solid weld design and fully adjustable from top to bottom. Not only is each post custom designed to meet customer requirements, each post is able to stand freely anywhere along the runway section. Most cranes and crane manufactures do not offer the capability to "place" posts. Meaning if there is a machine in the way, or if a post need moved down to make room for something else, you are out of luck. Kundel understands the value of floorspace, which is why we have incorporated something called versatility into every one of our posts.



Kundel Floorplate

The Secret Lies With Kundel

In total, there are three options to supporting a Kundel Crane. Our cranes can be ceiling supported, floor supported, or beam supported. A few days ago I posted how Kundel Industries attacks ceiling supported crane applications. I would estimate that 80-90% of our crane systems on the market are floor mounted. However, before I get into floor mounted systems, I would like to discuss a feature that comes included with every Kundel Crane.

A nice feature about a Kundel Crane is that it does not need to be tied to structural supports. See, most cranes are rigid and need to have a form of anchor to keep them from "swaying." If a crane starts swaying there is a major problem. Cranes sway because of their poor rigid design. When you tie back a crane system, it not only costs more, it looks unprofessional.

Kundel Cranes are built to pendulate and articulate. Meaning they are designed to absorb movement and use the energy to work for you, not against you. Our secret lies within the structure of the Kundel system. One can easily tell from the images below that the sheer strength and durability lies with the Kundel System.



Rigid System














Kundel System