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Crane

Communicate clearly and effectively between crane operator and ground crew safely with Setcom’s rugged headsets and intercoms

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What Crane Professionals Are Saying

The LiberatorMAX is the perfect communication system for the crane industry

Setcom configures systems specifically tailored for the many industrial and marine crane applications that exist. Whether you operate a gantry, mobile, overhead, railroad, deck, aerial, barge-based, tower, telescopic, or hammerhead crane, proper communications is critical for the safety of the operator and surrounding personnel and property.

OSHA Crane Communications Rules

With the completion of OSHA Final Rule 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, crane operators are adapting and rethinking their communications procedures. Subpart CC requires “hands-free communication” for operators if radio communications are being used. In these situations, more sophisticated equipment must be used and this is where Setcom’s gear plays a critical role in meeting the new Subpart CC. Devices such as a Setcom foot switch for keying a radio, help meet OSHA’s requirements.

While hand signals are permissible, in many situations under OSHA regulations, radio communications can be a much safer and effective form of communications when using a crane. In fact for gantry cranes, OSHA recommends the use of radio communications. An OSHA study found that radio communications while operating a gantry crane increased the productivity of the crane operator.

Setcom Crane Communications Solutions

LiberatorMAX: For communications between the crane operator and the signal person, the inexpensive and simple to use LiberatorMAX is ideal. The LiberatorMAX system is up and running 30 seconds after opening the box and allows for full-duplex communications and no requirement to push-to-talk (PTT) thus meeting the latest OSHA Subpart CC rule.

900SP: Advanced single-person system for industrial vehicle and interior building applications.

Wireless System 977: For communications between more than two workers, the combination of the LiberatorMAX Wireless Headset and System 977 works well and has many advanced features including hands-free, full duplex and integration into mobile radios.

Wireless headsets for crane operators

Innovation & Quality

Guaranteed Reliability

When departments purchase Setcom equipment, they receive guaranteed reliability and an aggressive approach to quality

Easy Installation

There is no console mounting required, no cable runs for intercom components, and no soldering or cable crimping

No Pairing

Simply turn your headsets to the same channel and you can talk to the crew

Unbelievable Audio Quality

Hear The Difference

Clear, crisp audio is a must in industrual settings to ensure accurate communication between team members.

Listen to Pepe’s Towing Service using the LiberatorMAX during a docking disaster situation. They are true professionals and talented at their craft. You can watch the full video on YouTube and see them in action. 

Two or more people

Setcom LiberatorMAX

Setcom’s least costly wireless solution for work teams of two or more people. Ideal system for crane crews who need clear communication in high-noise environments. LiberatorMAX is simple to use and requires no installation, ready to be used seconds after opening the box.

Need a fixed mobile radio?

Setcom systems offer many advanced features for multiple crew communication situations requiring integration into an installed vehicle radio. Our fixed mobile radio system features the easiest installation on the market today. It requires only one base station to instantly connect up to seven wireless headsets.