Manitex has finalised upgrades to its 50-tonne capacity boom crane, making the machine more controllable.

Manitex has made standard its jib-pinning aid when the crane is fitted with an optional jib. The jib-jack helps a single operator attach the jib pins without requiring cribbing or special tools.

The crane can now come with a no-free-swing system for oilfield service and power grid applications.

Randy Robertson, director of sales and marketing for Manitex, says the no-free-swing option will also equip the operator with better control for coil tubing operations and specific power grid applications. "The operator will have one less variable to deal with, and be able to focus more on the load and overall lift operations."

Manitex announced earlier this year changes would be made to the design of two cranes so they can be CE-certified and sold in the European Union (Forkliftaction.com News#393).