All of our crane operators are trained not only in cargo securement and correct tie down techniques, they are also trained in the proper handling of specialty equipment and an understanding of the complexity of the items they are hauling so they can understand how to properly handle support and transport specialty cargo. You can be confident when you hire Roil Projects Inc. to haul your equipment that it will arrive safe and sound. Just another reason to give Team Roil an opportunity to help you find the solutions you require to get any job done safely, efficiently and cost effectively!

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Initially we started just lifting the items we could access that were close to the building doorways but that rapidly progressed to requests for us to reach inside the buildings to lift complete engines, compressors, electric drives and large vessels and such. It quickly became apparent that we were going to need to develop some form of attachment that could be inserted into the end of the boom of the crane in order to reach far enough inside to lift heavy items. At first we were using what they call a “dead section” which was simply an extension of the boom that was manually pulled out and pinned into place allowing for a small section of the crane to reach further into the building. What we found was that we needed something better that would give us increased boom height but still be small enough to reach in and around other items inside some of these buildings.

With assistance from a master fabricator and an engineering firm we developed what is now commonly referred to as a “reverse jib” These attachments are custom designed and engineered for each one of our units. They consist of a slide in boom extension built from high strength QT100 steel with a 30 degree reverse angle built into them. These “reverse jibs” are carried to the work sites on the decks of our trucks, then inserted into the end of the crane boom, allowing us to lift items in and out of some very tight places without being overly bulky, but still being very strong.

We now have certified “reverse jibs” built to fit all of our cranes from our smallest 3 ton knuckle boom cranes to our largest 30 ton crane in varying capacities and sizes from 1500 lbs. capacity all the way up to 16,000lbs capacities and everything in between.

To view the projects that we have used our Reverse Jibs, visit our projects page.

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We know wholeheartedly that nothing could ever get accomplished at ROIL Projects Inc. without the talented staff that we have. There is no doubt, our Team means everything to us. Over the course of our existence, we have had the pleasure of working on a number of various projects in Alberta, utilizing our knuckle boom cranes, to large modular construction. Within this blog, we want to highlight and showcase some of the staff on these projects, because without them, we could never have gotten it done.

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With the versatility and maneuverability of our Knuckle Boom Cranes we are able to perform many different lifts for unique applications, commercial construction,  residential construction and all types of industrial applications have been part of the many projects we have completed over our 20 year existence as a company. If you can think it up we can likely help with your lifting and hoisting needs. We hope you enjoy the imagery!

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 They are used worldwide in construction, oil and gas, mining, forestry as well as commercial and residential construction. They have the ability to lift heavy objects and place them on top or inside of a building through tight spaces such as a doorway or window. Another advantage of knuckle boom trucks is that they are lighter and more compact than a conventional crane along with the deck surface they are able to carry payloads.

Adding to their maneuverability they require far less space to “set up” than a mobile crane. They are also able to be controlled at the crane controls but via radio remote control as well. Allowing the operator to be mobile and able to stand near the load or surface your lifting too. All these factors make the Knuckle boom crane truck exceptionally versatile.

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1. The most obvious use would be for lifting heavy and awkward loads. The possibilities are fairly endless in this respect, the versatility of an articulating knuckle boom picker truck is truly astounding and are used in every industry imaginable. From lifting engines, natural gas compressors, electric motors and modular buildings to windows, roof trusses, construction materials, rooftop heating and a/c equipment. If you need something hoisted that is too heavy to manually lift a “picker truck” is the answer!
2. Hoisting technician(s) up in aerial work platforms (man baskets) to access work areas that are at great heights.
3. Using attachments affixed to the end of the boom to install specific equipment to buildings and structures at height. For example, to install windows, panels, a/c units, etc.
4. Hoisting in very tight spaces. Picker trucks are exceptionally maneuverable and can get into tight areas or areas that don’t allow for very much room to rig up for a lift, where a mobile crane requires a lot of room to set up – a “picker” is far more versatile. 
5. Pickers are exceptionally quick to set up and operate. When speed is of importance, picker trucks can operate with exceptional speed and precision.

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