The Conquip Boat Skip is a versatile self-discharge muck skip for moving general waste, spoil and building materials around site by crane. A low loading height and drop-down bale arm make filling quick and straightforward, while the dog-bone release mechanism allows the crane operator to empty the skip without ground operatives entering the discharge zone.
Key Features
- Dog-bone release mechanism allows the crane operator to lift and empty the skip without ground assistance.
- Lifts and tips part loads, which is not possible with traditional manually-operated circular muck skips.
- Drop-down bale arm and low loading height for fast, easy filling.
- Reinforced rear back to prevent distortion and catch failure over time.
- Bush and shackle lifting point reduces wear and extends service life.
- Optional debris cover available to reduce dust pollution during transport.
- Five capacities from 500 to 2000 litres covering small fit-out work through to bulk muck removal.
Technical Specifications
| Product Code |
Capacity (litres) |
Length (mm) |
Length with Bale Arm (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Height (mm) |
Height with Bale Arm (mm) |
Weight (kg) |
WLL (kg) |
| CA108AC-00500 |
500 |
1520 |
1690 |
1360 |
530 |
1410 |
130 |
1000 |
| CA108AC-00750 |
750 |
1595 |
1780 |
1710 |
560 |
1450 |
235 |
1500 |
| CA108AC-01000 |
1000 |
1955 |
2135 |
1555 |
640 |
1720 |
255 |
2000 |
| CA108AC-01500 |
1500 |
2187 |
2390 |
1885 |
665 |
1815 |
425 |
3000 |
| CA108AC-02000 |
2000 |
2355 |
2555 |
1835 |
880 |
2180 |
540 |
4000 |
WLL = Working Load Limit.
UK Manufactured
Self-discharge dog-bone mechanism | Drop-down bale arm | Available 500 to 2000 litres
Suitable Applications
The Boat Skip is well-suited to housebuilding, refurbishment, fit-out, civils and general construction sites where waste needs to be moved between levels by crane and tipped on the ground or into a roll-on/roll-off skip. Smaller capacities suit fit-out and finishing trades; larger capacities cover muck-away from groundworks, slab pours and general site clearance. For larger spoil volumes from bulk excavation work, the Heavy-Duty Boat Skip range is more appropriate.
Waste skips tip. Where a pour must be placed accurately through a controlled gate, a concrete skip is the right tool. Check the loaded weight against the crane chart rather than sizing on volume.
How to Use
- Position the skip in a stable, level location with the bale arm dropped for filling.
- Load the skip evenly, keeping the contents within the published capacity and WLL.
- Raise the bale arm and attach the crane hook to the lifting point.
- The slinger and banksman check the lift and guide the load to the discharge area.
- Position the skip over the discharge zone clear of ground personnel.
- The crane operator activates the dog-bone release, allowing the skip to self-tip.
- Return the skip to the loading area and reset the locking catches before the next cycle.
Warning:
Always carry out a pre-use inspection. Never lift personnel on or in the skip. Do not exceed the working load limit (WLL) for the size in use. A trained slinger and banksman are required for every lift.
Safety Information
- Inspect the skip body, bale arm, lifting point, dog-bone mechanism and shackles before each lift.
- The crane operator, slinger and banksman must hold appropriate certification.
- Keep ground personnel clear of the discharge zone during emptying.
- Do not exceed the published WLL or capacity for the size in use.
- Reset the locking catches after each tip cycle to prevent unintended discharge.
- Consider a debris cover where airborne dust or contents loss is a concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why use a Boat Skip rather than a circular muck skip?
The Boat Skip lifts and tips part loads, which is not possible with traditional manually-operated circular muck skips. The self-discharge dog-bone mechanism also keeps ground operatives out of the discharge zone during emptying.
Q: Do I need a slinger and banksman?
Yes. Both are required to check the lift and guide it to the discharge area, in line with standard lifting operation procedures.
Q: How safe is this skip?
The Boat Skip uses an automatic locking mechanism with a dog-bone release system, allowing the crane operator to empty the skip without ground operatives needing to be hands-on at the discharge point.
Q: Can I add a debris cover?
Yes. A debris cover is available on request to keep dust pollution to a minimum and prevent material loss during transport.
Q: What size should I choose?
Smaller 500 and 750 litre skips suit fit-out, refurbishment and finishing work. The 1000 litre size is a common general-purpose option. For groundworks, slab pours or larger muck-away volumes, choose the 1500 or 2000 litre sizes.
