Grappler Claw
Photo credit: Jin S. Lee
Accession Number: C.2011.276.1
Dimensions: 63 in X 61 in X 104 in
Dimensions (Metric): 160.02 cm X 154.94 cm X 264.16 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 160.02 cm X 154.94 cm X 264.16 cm
Source: Breeze National, Inc
Credit Line: Gift of Breeze National, Inc.
Description
Steel grappler claw, rusted.
Steel grappler claw, rusted.
Historical Notes
Operating engineers used grappler claws to lift tangled steel and debris from the pile at Ground Zero. Spotters worked alongside them, scrutinizing each load for human remains.
Breeze Demolition was among the companies utilizing heavy construction equipment for the recovery and cleanup operations.
Operating engineers used grappler claws to lift tangled steel and debris from the pile at Ground Zero. Spotters worked alongside them, scrutinizing each load for human remains.
Breeze Demolition was among the companies utilizing heavy construction equipment for the recovery and cleanup operations.
