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Houston Systems Manufacturing Co. 6022 Cullen Blvd. Houston, Texas 77021

P.O. Box 14551 Phone: (713) 747-3600

Houston Systems, a company with decades of on-the-water equipment experience, has designed a com- plete line of fully hydraulic cranes suitable for operation on barges. All meet ABS specifications.

Engineered for cargo movement and equipment handling, the Hous- ton Systems cranes are for sale in four Roto-crane models. Ratings range from five to fifty tons. Two jib crane models featuring compact- ness are also available in five and ten ton capacity.

Features include maintenance- free components for humid environ- ments, full 360° rotation and superb operator visibility. Precision remote control systems are available. An ex- tensive parts inventory for all models is maintained by Houston Systems

Cranes built to lift. .. and last! for immediate air freight delivery.

Over two dozen optional equip- ment items including four power choices, fastline winches and boom accessories enable Houston Sys- tems engineers to provide cranes customized to meet unusual opera- tor requirements.

Your company can depend on

Houston Systems cranes to provide dependable, trouble-free service and few repairs. Your operators will become enthusiastic advocates of

Houston Systems unique control sys- tem—two hands control everything —no foot pedals are used. It's called operational simplicity.

Your people should have a lot of other kind words for it!

We welcome your inquiries.