Luffing
Definition: Luffing is the raising and lowering of the crane boom to change load radius. Luffing jib cranes work in tighter urban sites than fixed jib configurations.
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Trunnion Mount
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Face Shovel
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Front Idler
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Bumper Pull
Definition: Bumper pull refers to a trailer hitch mounted at the rear bumper or...
Ground Pressure
Definition: Ground pressure is the machine’s weight distributed over the contact...
Eccentric Weight
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