Camera for Tower Cranes

HookCam® for Tower Cranes

*Camera can mount on either Block Or Trolley

Everyday Heavy and Critical Lifts introduce risk and fatigue. HookCam® mitigates risk adding sight and reduces fatigue with its ergonomic camera-monitor placement. HookCam® is no replacement for abiding by rules of safety but HookCam® adds SIGHT, improves communications and confidence.

Designed by operators for operators, HookCam® provides a high resolution image on a balanced screen whether the image is shot in darkness or bright light. The computer adjusted image is reliable in any condition.

Monitor Features

  • Automatic White Balance (AWB):  Whether the background is shade or sun, or some of both, the HookCam® delivers a constant image
  • Hi Resolution:  690 Hi Resolution TV Lines (HTVL)
  • Lens Protection: Embedded lens is recessed in epoxy and smear–free
  • Lens View: 12 ft (3.6m) diameter of view for each 3.0m hook height
  • Camera takes thousands of background samples / second with our patented digital signal processor to seamlessly adjust the image for optimal brightness and color balance

Battery Technology

  • Weight: 4.5 pounds (2.2kg)
  • Measure:  HxWxD inches 8.25 x 3.5 x 2.25” (39.9 x 8.9 x 5.7cm)
  • Chemistry: Rechargeable Lithium Ion
  • Life Cycles: 2400 charges
  • Voltage: 12V
  • Hours of Use:  10 to 12 Hours
  • Watt Hours: 120 to 140  (ships IATA UN3480 PI 965)
  • Lithium Content by weight: <2%
  • System Provision: Two Batteries, One Battery Charger

Alternative Power

  • Monitor: 12/24DC Conversion or 110/115AC (US) or  220V 50 Hz (EU)
Critical rigging

View from 25 feet (7 meters)

Details view

View of rocks from 10 feet (3 meters)

Crane Hook Camera Features

The HookCam® Camera is securely encased in machined aluminum and embedded in epoxy for long life. The innovative encasement design allows orientation of the camera to the left or right of the operator.

Camera is attached with switchable (on/off) magnet and tethered test lanyard

  • HookCam®  26cm sunlight-readable LCD monitor
  • Ideal for use in direct, bright sunlight
  • Dim-to-black option for night use
  • Vibration and shock treatment
  • 1 :700 Contrast ratio, 1,000 nits brightness
  • 1 year warranty