Truss Jib - A truss jib is utilized to pick up and position trusses. It is actually an extended jib attachment that is outfitted together with a pyramid or triangular shaped frame. Typically, truss jibs are mounted on machines like a compact telehandler, a skid steer loader or a forklift utilizing a quick-coupler accessory.
Older cranes have deep triangular truss jibs which are assembled from standard open structural shapes that are fastened making use of rivets or bolts. On these style jibs, there are little if any welds. Every riveted or bolted joint is prone to rusting and thus requires frequent upkeep and inspection.
Truss jibs are made with a back-to-back arrangement of lacing members separated by the width of the flange thickness of another structural member. This particular design can cause narrow separation amid the smooth exteriors of the lacings. There is limited access and little room to clean and preserve them against rusting. Numerous bolts loosen and corrode within their bores and should be replaced.
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