Patent ID: 9676589
Date: 2017-06-13
CPC Classifications: B65H

Claim:
1. An apparatus usable in installing cable onto a crane, the apparatus comprising: a frame comprising a plurality of beams adapted for connecting and disconnecting to each other; a first connector and a second connector, wherein the first connector and the second connector are adapted for connecting the frame to the crane; a holder adapted for retaining a cable spool, wherein the holder is connected to the frame, wherein the holder allows the cable spool to rotate; and a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface and the second surface are adapted for receiving a cable therebetween and contacting the cable, wherein the first surface, the second surface, or combinations thereof resist the movement of the cable therebetween, wherein the plurality of beams of the frame are adapted for temporary connection to each other by a plurality of bolts, clamps, brackets, or combinations thereof, and wherein the first surface, the second surface, or combinations thereof are connected to the frame.