A-Frames

PALFINGER offers a wide range of A-frames with a lifting capacity ranging from 10-400 tons and a working outreach/inreach of up to 25 meters.

Versatile Mounting Options

PALFINGER A-frames are available for both stern and side mounting, ensuring flexible integration into a wide range of vessel designs and operations.

Powerful and Precise Performance

With lifting capacities from 10 to 400 tons and a working outreach/inreach of up to 25 meters, our A-frames deliver strength and control for demanding offshore tasks.

Custom-Built for Every Project

Each A-frame is designed to meet project-specific requirements. Customers can select single-fall models (one cylinder per side) or double-fall models (two hydraulic cylinders per side; knuckle-boom design) to match their operational needs.

Typical Applications of PALFINGER A-Frames

Anchor handling

Buoy handling

Plough handling

Subsea handling

Launch and recovery of submersibles

Features

Hydraulic drive
Bolted or welded to deck
SWL from 5–400 metric tons
Local and remote control

Options

Deck mounted wire sheaves for guiding of wire
Guide wire winches on A-frame
Main lifting winch on A-frame
Wireless control

Global Service Competence

Solutions you can rely on

PALFINGER provides complete marine service solutions to keep your deck equipment and lifesaving appliances performing at their best. With our global network of over 300 specially trained engineers, we deliver inspections, maintenance, refurbishments, and upgrades – plus spare parts for PALFINGER and OEM equipment, efficient repairs, and expert training programs. Our team ensures reliability, safety, and performance to keep your fleet running smoothly.

Service excellence at a glance:

Inspection and Maintenance
Refurbishments and Upgrades
Spare Parts and Repair
Agreements
Training
Industrial Services | Rope Access
Hook Replacement

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