Spectrum Camera Cranes
http://www.celestial.com.au/~spectrum

CRANE SUMMARY

Steel Triangle

12 metre Triangular Steel construction boom arm. This length can be reduced, making it useable at 10, 8, 6 & 4 metres.
This steel construction makes this Crane impervious to most weather conditions unlike most other Cranes on the market which have a tendency to flex and sway.
The Crane Arm is considerably heavier than other cranes and can therefore only be operated as a two man configuration.
The arm can be mounted on 4 different types of bases:

A / Fixed Base: This base is stationary and cannot be moved without dismantling the entire crane. It is ideal for internal events where the position of the crane is permanent.

B / Moveable Base: This converts the fixed base above into a base that can be relocated with ease and efficiency. The only restriction with this base is that the surface area must be solid and reasonably flat [eg; studio floor or concrete].

C / Dolly Base: Converting the fixed base again the crane arm can run on Dolly Wheels and Track enabling it to produce smooth on air tracking moves giving another dimension to a camera shot.

D / Mobile Base: The arm of the crane is mounted on an Electric Powered Mobile Base, enabling it to relocate to a different location without having to dismantle the crane arm assembly. The base is quiet and efficient and has an All Terrain capability making it ideal for areas such as soil, sand and road. It is capable of moving through muddy and soft soil conditions with ease.

The mobile base is ideally suited for shoots where multiple locations are necessary. If the locations are within a close proximity to each other we can have the crane moved and operating within minutes of its last location.
The Camera Crane has a Stanton Remote Head mounted to it, which is one of the most popular and reliable remote heads on the market today. We also have the option of attaching a Dutch Roll [3rd Axis] to the head giving it a new perspective of viewing. We can also mount heads that are fixed via a Castle Nut assembly.
The set up time for the crane can vary as to the configuration required. An approximate time frame of 2 - 3 hours is recommended

JIMMY JIB

12 metre Aluminium Construction. This length can be reduced making it useable at 10, 8, 6, 4 & 2 metres.
The aluminium construction makes this crane light and easy to assemble. It is ideal for internal and external use with confined spaces and weight being its main advantage.
This crane can be operated as a two man operation or as a single man operation in its shorter lengths.
The arm is mounted on a moveable dolly which can be relocated with ease and efficiency over smooth and rough terrain.
The arm can also be mounted to the other bases associated with the steel triangle crane, such as Dolly and Track and the Mobile Base if need be.
This crane can also be mounted on the back of a trailer, 1 tonne Ute and on the rear of a Gator, making it mobile and efficient to use. Mounting it on these vehicles makes the crane ideal for shoots where relocating to another location is further than normal.
This Crane also operates with the Stanton Remote Head with the Dutch roll option also available.
Because of its light weight and easy assembly this crane can be set up and operational within 1 > 1.5 hours.

CRANE SPECIFICATIONS

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Crane Arm Dimensions
STEEL TRIANGLE JIMMY JIB
Overall Length 14 metres 15 metres
Length from post to Camera 12 metres 12 metres
Shortened Length 10 / 8 / 6 / 4 m 10 / 8 / 6 /
4 / 2 m
Maximum Height Reach 11 metres 11 metres
Approx. Weight of arm [excluding counter weight] 300 Kg 75 Kg
Maximum Weight [arm & counter weight] 800 Kg 350 Kg
Base Dimensions
Fixed Base [minimum] 1.0 m X 1.0 m 1.0 m X 1.0 m
Moveable Base 1.2 m X 1.2 m 1.2 m x 1.2 m
[Studio & flat surfaces]
Dolly Base 1.0 m X 1.0 m 1.0 m X 1.0 m
Dolly Track Width 1.0 m 1.0 m
Dolly Track Length [10 X 2.4 m lengths] 24 metres straight
Mobile Base 1.8 x 3.0 m
Motor 24V DC Electric Motor
Wheels All Terrain
Mobile Base Weight 1500 Kg

Remote Camera Head

Remote Camera Head with Dutch Roll [3rd Axis] Stanton TR1 Head
* Fittings are available to mount the Remote Head to scaffolding or lighting truss and can also be free standing.

SET UP TIME
2 >3 Hours 1 > 1.5 Hours

Spectrum Camera Cranes can be found at : http://www.celestial.com.au/~spectrum

Updated 1 Jan 2005

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