William J O'Neil

William J. O'Neil is a renowned inventor from Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States, who has made significant contributions to the field of crane technology. With six patents to his name, O'Neil has demonstrated his expertise and creativity in the industry.

One of his latest patents is for a height adjustment mechanism for an auxiliary member on a crane, which allows for efficient and safe operations during pick, move, and set operations. The invention includes a counterweight support frame, which is directly coupled to the rotating bed of the crane and a counterweight unit movement device used for moving the counterweight unit closer or farther away from the boom. The invention also includes a linear actuator, which adjusts the distance between the counterweight pad and the ground, ensuring stability and safety during lifting operations.

Another of O'Neil's significant inventions is the tilting cab mechanism for a crane. This invention includes an actuation device that moves the cab support assembly relative to the frame of a construction machine. The actuation device has a first position where the cab support frame is in a first position, and a second position where it's in a second position such that the cab support mounting frame intersects with the first plane at a negative angle.

O'Neil works for Manitowoc Crane Companies, Inc., a global manufacturer of cranes and related products. He collaborates with his coworkers, Brandon D. Resch, and Lambert Drent, to develop innovative crane technologies that promote safety and efficiency.

In conclusion, William J. O'Neil's six patents, including the height adjustment mechanism for an auxiliary member on a crane and the tilting cab mechanism for a crane, speak to his ingenuity and tremendous contributions to crane technology. His invaluable contributions to the industry continue to inspire and revolutionize crane operation capabilities.