DICA Introduces Pad Rack to Stow Outrigger Pads

Enlarge Image ZeroLift pad rack holds the crane pads on an RT crane.

November 12, 2014 - Crane operators often haul outrigger pads on and off the fenders and decks of rough-terrain cranes, which can lead to crane damage and exposes operators to back, foot, and hand injuries. DICA Outrigger Pads has introduced an RT crane accessory to help operators more easily move outrigger pads.

The ZeroLift pad rack eliminates the need for crane operators to manually lift and carry outrigger pads by folding up and out of the way when not in use. The pad rack has as capacity of 1,000 lbs., and it can be adjusted to fit pads up to 48"x60".

Made of high-strength steel, the pad rack installs on either the front or rear of the crane. A single hitch point allows ZeroLift to fold up and out of the way when not in use. When mounted correctly, the ZeroLift pad rack has minimal impact on crane ground clearance. Weighing only 60 lbs., the rack does not affect crane load charts. In addition, ZeroLift pad rack is versatile enough to transport other equipment, such as tool boxes.