JOAB's skip loaders are multi purpose. They can be used with all vehicle manufacturers. However, it is important that the vehicle has been built specifically for the purpose of bearing a skip loader.
It is important to verify that the vehicle has the correct axle distance and wheelbase.
Mounting the skip loader onto a vehicle that has not been specifically designed for the purpose of carrying a skip loader will increase the risk of an abnormal load on the vehicle. This in turn can lead to serious injury or damage.
Correct Usage
Incorrect use of JOAB's products can lead to material fatigue and cause excessive wear to the hydraulics and its components. The service life of the product can be reduced and in the worst case lead to breakdown.
Do not drive the vehicle with the arm system extended.
Make sure that the support legs are lowered before lifting a skip.
If the skip becomes stuck, observe caution. The skip loader can be damaged.
Do not use the skip loader for any other purpose than its intended use.
Make sure that the vehicle and the skip have the same angle of tilt.
The main components of a skip loader are listed and shown below. Some parts shown in the image are optional extras. These are marked with an asterisk (*)
- bulk head
- container stop
- folding arm
- boom pipe
- lifting chains and Plates
- folding arm Cylinder
- lifting arm
- extending body*
- tip hook
- support leg (X2)
- lifting arm cylinder
- skip loader control panel
Extra Options
A number of options are available when purchasing a skip loader. These options are listed below. For more information see also "Extra Options".
- Extending Body
- Safety Wire System
- Rotator (rotates the skip)
General Description
JOAB's skip loaders are designed to transport skips that are manufactured according to the Swedish standard SS 3020.
Container Stops
JOAB's skip loader's are equipped with container stops, as shown opposite (see also "Skip Loader Components"). These are used to limit a skip's movement and are adjustable. They can be positioned to accommodate different types of skip.
Lashing Anchors
The skip loader is equipped with six lashing anchors. These are used to provide anchor points for lashing. They can be secured into any of the mounting points that are located along the sides of the skip loader's bed, as shown.
When securing the anchors onto the skip loader make sure they are correctly tightened and secure.
Manufacture Plate
All skip loaders have a manufacture-plate located on the front left-hand side of the sub frame. The information on the manufacture-plate must be provided in the event of making a claim or when ordering spare parts from JOAB.
In addition to the manufacture plate, the manufacture number is a also stamped onto the lifting cylinder's fastening point, as shown.