July 11, 2006

Press Release –  Georgetown, TX

Manitex Introduces High Capacity Tractor Mount Boom Truck at Calgary Oil Show

Manitex recently introduced its latest high capacity boom truck at the Calgary Oil Show held from June 13 through June 15 in Calgary, Alberta.  The 4596T possesses a base rating of 45 tons at an 8’ radius.  This rating and capacities to 40’ significantly exceed those of previous Manitex boom trucks and those of competitors.  The lower frame is configured for 5^th wheel attachment and trailer applications.  Dual stage rear outrigger jacks provide significant penetration and improved ground clearance.  This tractor mount configuration is suited for remote oil industry applications.  The taxi crane version, more common with other Manitex S-series boom trucks will be introduced later in the year.

Standard features include four-section, 96’ extended length boom, continuous rotation, free swing with pilot operated controls and ACCUSwing feathering control, aluminum floats, oil cooler, cab and heater.  Newly introduced, as a standard feature is the Manitex ROCSolid Radio Outrigger Control.  This control provides wireless leveling of the outriggers from any ground location surrounding the crane or from the operator’s cab.  Over rear and on rubber charts are included, as well as full and reduced-spread charts, common to all Manitex riding seat boom trucks.  Charts are integrated with a Hirschmann (PAT) Mentor Load Moment Indicator and ATB.  This system utilizes a large display screen, radio ATB and internal boom length cable.

Optional features include a second winch with rooster sheave, two-section, offsettable jib and air conditioner.

Manitex…Moving…Forward…Faster