Grandpa Jobs & Uses
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Utility Pole Installation
Securely lift, position, and set utility poles with precise control during new construction and infrastructure expansion projects.
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Utility Pole Replacement
Safely remove and install replacement poles while maintaining stability and control in active utility work zones.
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Utility & Telecommunications Work
Ideal for electrical, telecommunications, and municipal utility crews performing pole installation and maintenance.
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Heavy Material Handling
Move utility poles, logs, large timbers, and other heavy cylindrical materials with confidence using a 10,000 lb holding capacity.
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Infrastructure Construction
Supports contractors working on utility, transportation, and civil infrastructure projects that require safe lifting and positioning of oversized materials.
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Forestry & Industrial Material Handling
Provides dependable gripping and positioning for heavy materials in forestry yards, mills, and industrial operations where strength and precise control are essential.
The GRANDPA Utility Pole Grapple is engineered for safe lifting, precise positioning, and dependable material handling across demanding utility and infrastructure applications.
Designed for 14–25 ton excavators, the GRANDPA features a 32.5-inch grapple opening, 10,000 lb holding capacity, 360° continuous self-locking rotation, and a 200,000 lbf·ft maximum tilting moment, giving operators exceptional control when handling utility poles and other large materials.
Key Features of Grandpa
Heavy-Duty Lifting Capacity
Engineered to securely handle materials weighing up to 10,000 lbs., delivering dependable performance when handling electrical poles made from wood, steel, and composite materials, as well as a variety of pipe sizes.
Continuous 360° Rotation
The self-locking, continuous 360° rotation system gives operators maximum maneuverability and precise material positioning from any angle.
Wide Grapple Opening
A 32.5-inch grapple opening allows operators to securely grip and handle utility poles, logs, and other large materials with confidence.
Built for Demanding Jobs
Designed for 14–25 ton excavators and powered by a 3,000 PSI hydraulic system, GRANDPA is built to tackle tough utility, forestry, and material handling applications.
Designed for Safe, Reliable Utility Pole Handling
The GRANDPA is a heavy-duty utility pole grapple engineered for contractors who demand strength, precision, and reliability. Designed for excavators in the 14–25 ton class, it securely lifts, transports, and positions utility poles and other large materials with confidence.
With a 10,000 lb holding capacity, 360° continuous self-locking rotation, and rugged hydraulic performance, the GRANDPA gives operators complete control while reducing manual handling and improving jobsite safety. Whether installing new utility infrastructure or replacing existing poles, it's built to perform in demanding field conditions.
Choosing the right utility pole grapple starts with the right carrier.
The GRANDPA is designed for 14–25 ton excavators and delivers dependable hydraulic performance for utility installation, pole replacement, and heavy material handling. Compatible with many of the industry's leading equipment manufacturers, it's built to integrate seamlessly into demanding utility and infrastructure operations.
Compatible with many of the industry’s leading equipment brands, including:
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Caterpillar (CAT)
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John Deere
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Komatsu
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Volvo
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Kubota
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Bobcat
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CASE
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Takeuchi
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Hitachi
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Doosan
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Develon
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JCB
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Link-Belt
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Merlo
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Sennebogen
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Manitou