by Richard Cosgrove | Tue 14 Jan 2025
OilQuick’s new grapple module
The new OilQuick grapple is now available for order and is set to revolutionize the market. What makes it so exceptional is the use of OQ Sync technology.
A traditional system depends on the load and speed of the grapple jaws. If one jaw encounters resistance, the other jaw wants to move at a higher speed, causing them to become out of phase in the gripping motion. With OQ Sync, automatic equalization of the jaws occurs every time the grapple jaws are fully closed. This completely eliminates the risk of the jaws becoming out of sync, for example, in case of uneven loading or when slow closing the jaws. OQ Sync ensures that the grapple jaws always meet tip-to-tip and that all lifts occur centered in the grapple. Features include:
- 100% synchronized grapple claws at all positions and speeds.
- Grip larger objects with extended reach and depth.
- Centered grip on small objects down to Ø 12 mm.
- 2000 kg lifting capacity.
- Up to 21 kN tip-to-tip gripping force.
- Made from high strength cast steel.
- Beveled edges on the grapple claws to protect delicate objects.
- Protected brackets and tips.
The first models GM970 and GM1100 fits OilQuick's OQ70, OQ70/55 and OQ80 quick couplers and can therefore be applied to OilQuick's tiltrotators E19, E26 and E33. More models will be released throughout this year for smaller quick couplers and tiltrotators.
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