Microcranes’ M1 Global portable hoist expands to 22-ft. tip height

Microcranes Inc. has introduced the ISO-certified M1 Global Model Microcrane®. The small, portable crane fits through 36-in. doorways, narrow aisles, and inside elevators, yet expands to boom up to a 22-ft. tip height.

The hydraulic unit is rated at 2,000 lbs. (no operator license required) and has a hook height of 20 ft. 3 in. It is 30 in. wide and weighs 1,800 lbs. with 300 lbs. of removable counterweights to reduce weight while transporting.

The multipurpose lifting crane has several configurations, including a rooftop configuration allowing floor-to-floor or ground-to-roof lifting of materials of up to seven stories.

Safety features include an upper limit switch, 1.5 load safety factor, 4-to-1 rated hook with safety latch, brakes on rear and front wheels, brake on winch, dual stop points on four-piece boom, and a winch shield.