HOIST Russian patent published in 1998 - IPC

FIELD: mechanical engineering; carrying out different works at height. SUBSTANCE: hoist has telescopic tower with cradle hinge-mounted on platform of vehicle and consisting of upper and lower telescoping parts, and hoisting mechanism made in form of cable-and-sheave system. Telescopic tower has two turning axles which makes it possible to keep the hoist within plane and outlines of platform body for transportation. Rigid attachment unit of telescopic tower makes it light and openwork. EFFECT: reduced weight of hoist. 2 cl, 4 dwg