Half Pint joins the McLeod Hiab team. 

A 4x4 Iveco Daily with F50A Fassi rear mounted crane brings an impressive little machine to the fleet. Half pint comes with a 6m Trailer and on its own is capable of a 1.2 Tonne payload on the rear deck with trailer attached we go to a combined 3.4 Tonne.

A real performer the Fassi F50A has a total reach of over 9m. Being rear mounted crane that's a true 9m of reach from the back of the truck. As a knuckle boom crane height is no problem - having the ability to first reach up before reaching over. So the ideal machine for small roof mounted AC units.

The Crane Association of New Zealand’s Past President, Scott McLeod, discusses why clash agreements are paramount to avoiding catastrophe in this month’s The Technical Corner.

Not having the right mechanisms in place to safeguard against catastrophic collisions is like playing Russian roulette.

“And hopefully the bullet isn’t in the chamber as you slew around to the right.”

So says Managing Director of McLeod Cranes and Crane Association NZ Past President, Scott McLeod, who recommends all crane companies utilise a clash prevention agreement.

Many will understand that operating a crane near structures or in confined areas can create a potentially dangerous situation if the hazards are not appropriately controlled.