Telescopic booms more than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These types of machines are great for locations which offer limited access in construction and industrial situations.
Telescopic booms have reach capacities varying from 31 feet 8 inches or 9.65 meters to 80 feet and 24.38 meters. These models provide working height up to 46 feet or 14.20 meters to 131 feet 2 inches or 40.15 meters. Telescopic boom nomenclature usually includes a reference to the platform height of the boom in order to know the capacity of the machine.
Because they provide the traction, speed and torque needed to get the job done, telescopic booms have been extremely productive on the worksite. Though the machinery are made really big to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within tight spaces. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system offered by the rough-terrain units enable the rugged jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. In addition, several particular models offer extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and provide stability. There are many diesel engine alternatives offered on the market too.
Lift Options
Choosing the best lift to meet their needs will allow operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. As well, customizing the chosen lift would help ensure that employees get the specific machinery they really need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts will have a large variety of platform options. Steel platforms can range in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are different types of available platform accessories to help modify the lift for its specific application. Platform accessories can consist of the following things: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, welder leads, tool tray and work lights.
On the market nowadays there are so many available attachments and options. Businesses are attempting to diversify their machines as much as possible to be able to satisfy their various customer needs. It is worth the research to find out what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift could utilize.