Common Questions
What is the lead time/availability? Units are typically in stock, ready to ship.
Do units come fully assembled? Yes. Units arrive fully assembled, packaged in a heat treated crate.
Can you roll it through a doorway? Yes. The battery power crane fits through a 32 inch door and the electric power crane fits through a 36 inch door.
What is the max depth using on rooftop? 13 stories (M1 Model) using the AC power winch accessory and single line overhaul ball.
Does it use fuel? No. Our products are eco-friendly and do not emit smoke or fumes.
Does it move forward and reverse? Yes. Move the machine forward, reverse with handlebars, or 90 degree steering.
Can you move the crane with a load? Yes. Our units are designed to smoothly pick and carry materials.
Can we use it to hold scaffolding holding humans? No. Our equipment is designed, rated and intended for materials only.
What safety standards/regulations does the equipment adhere to? Microcranes are ISO 9001 certified manufactured products and CE certified. Units meet or exceed OSHA 1926.1441, PALD, PASE, ASME B30.5, CAN/CSA B167, CWB W59 & CSA C22.1 code standards. The battery charger is CEC, UL, FCC & CE certified. Microcranes have low noise levels and are eco-friendly to meet EPA standards.
Is it loud? No. Since our products use batteries or electric power the sound level during operation is very low.
Is it battery powered? The Microcrane M1 Model is battery powered. An AC electric power winch model is also available.
Can the units fit inside an elevator Yes. We designed our units to fit inside elevators and fit through doorways.
Can the units be trabnsported up stairwells Yes. You can break down the Microcrane into several pieces and rent a stair climbing solution to transport it up stairs.
How fast is it to set up/take down? 5 minutes.
What is the weight? 1500 lbs. dry weight M1 Model. Counterweights are 300 lbs.
Do you rent? We only will use it for a month. We do not offer a rental program at this time. You can liquidate at auction or rent it out to other companies for extra income.
How does shipping work? We crate the units and handle freight VIA ground, ocean or air worldwide.
Who can help with parts and service? We can ship parts quickly from our factory in the USA or source locally. For extensive service or repairs we source local certified crane technicians.
Do we need an operator license? Under current United States federal law OSHA 1926.1441 small entity cranes rated 2,000 lbs. and below do not require an operator license. 1926.1441(e): The employer must train each operator, prior to operating the equipment, on the safe operation of the type of equipment the operator will be using. 1926.1441(f): The employer must train each signal person in the proper use of signals applicable to the use of the equipment. For Canada no hoist operator license is required under CSA B167-16, see Canadian Mini Crane Compliance Resource Page
Do we need inspections? Per OSHA 1926.1441(h): The employer must ensure that equipment is inspected in accordance with manufacturer procedures. We provide a maintenance guidesheet for recommended annual inspections and pre-lift inspections. For Canada inspections are required under CSA B167-16, see Canadian Compliance Resource Page
Users and employers are responsible for knowing local safety guidelines.