On 6/15/13 9:12 AM, Bert Almemo wrote:
If you used a locking device on each section cables wouldn't be such a big
issue and would last a lot longer. Many european crank-up tower
manufacturers use locking devices on their towers. Versatower in one of
them.
How come US mfgrs don't use the same devices? Has anyone asked the US mfgrs
why they don't use section locks? Maybe someone can pick up on the idea and
make aftermarket locks? There is definitely room for improvement!!
Locking each section would dramatically increase safety and you wouldn't
have to read about towers coming down killing people and damaging equipment.
OMHO!
The amateur tower market is small and very price sensitive, in general.
Think about it: rather than put a motor that costs a few hundred bucks
on the thing, they install a hand crank.
Towers made for other uses DO have locks.
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