Telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These types of machines are excellent for locations that provide limited access in construction and industrial situations.
Telescopic booms have reach capacities varying from 9.65 meters or 31 feet 8 inches to 24.38 meters and 80 feet. These units provide working height up to 46 feet or 14.20 meters to 131 feet 2 inches or 40.15 meters. Telescopic boom classification usually includes a reference to the platform height of the boom in order to identify the equipment's capacity.
Telescopic booms are very productive on the worksite since they offer the speed, torque and traction required to get the job done. While the machinery are made really big to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great in confined areas. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle provided by the rough-terrain models enable the rugged jobsites to be handled with precision and ease. Furthermore, several specialized models provide extendable axles that retract for easy transportation and provide stability. There are many diesel engine options offered on the market as well.
Lift Options
Choosing the right lift to suit their needs will enable operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. Furthermore, customizing the chosen lift will really help ensure that workers get the particular machine they really need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts would have a large range of platform options. Steel platforms can vary in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are a variety of platform accessories available to help customize the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories could comprise the following items: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, work lights, welder leads and tool tray.
On the market today there are lots of available attachments and options. Companies are trying to diversify their equipment as much as possible to be able to satisfy their many different customer needs. It is truly worth the research to know what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift can utilize.