Hiab, part of Cargotec, has launched two new modular quick installation systems for truck bodies.
The new installations are Hiab BodyWorks for heavy cranes and Hiab T-Body for HIAB T-series light range cranes. The modules are pre-manufactured and reduce body installation times and costs. Both have a weld-free bolted construction with parts that are easy to remove and replace. When customers buy a crane, they want it on the road as soon as possible, while bodybuilders want to serve as many customers as possible. The new modular installation system for truck bodies reduce installation time significantly and the weld-free construction makes them quicker to install and easier to maintain.
Hiab FrameWorks reduces the installation times of frames for the heavy range cranes by 75% and the installation time for bodies by 75%. Using T-Body, a HIAB T-series light range crane can be installed in only four hours. Hiab BodyWorks can reduce the vehicle body installation time with 75%. It is also significantly lighter without compromising the durability of the parts. The weight saving can be used to carry extra load or consume less energy when not fully loaded.
The BodyWorks concept is based around three key modules: headboards, wheel arch modules and rear sections. Each body also requires mandatory parts such as side raves, cross members, lashing points and floor. There are also a wide range of options and accessories including toolboxes, mudguards, drop steps, working lights and wide load signs. Customers can choose between three packages depending on which add-ons they want. Hiab BodyWorks is only compatible with Hiab FrameWorks. Installation is done at Hiab's Factory Installation Centre in Meppel, The Netherlands, which serves customers from all over Europe.
Hiab T-bodies are delivered as ready-to-go kits to dealers and bodybuilders, where they can be professionally installed in as little as four hours. Therefore, the standardised modular design reduces the cost significantly. The T-Body can be used for the installation of any T-009 to T-038 cranes on L2 and L3 length chassis. The T-crane can be installed on any corner due to the sub-frame with integrated stabiliser beam. Source