Greater horizontal outreach could be obtained using telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform. These types of machines are excellent for places that provide limited access in construction and industrial situations.
The capacities of CAT's telescopic booms vary 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 typically includes a reference to the platform height of the boom so as to identify the equipment's capacity.
Telescopic booms are really productive on the worksite because they offer the speed, torque and traction needed to get the job done. Even though the machines are made big enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within tight spaces. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system provided by the rough-terrain units enable the rough jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Furthermore, several specialized models provide extendable axles that offer stability and retract for easy transportation. There are various diesel engine choices available on the market also.
Lift Options
Operators will be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by picking the right lift to suit their application needs. As well, customizing the chosen lift will really help ensure that workers get the particular machinery they truly need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts will have a wide variety of platform options. Steel platforms could range in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are a variety of available platform accessories to help customize the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories may comprise the following things: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, tool tray, work lights and welder leads.
There are a lot of different attachments and options available on the market these days. Companies are trying to diversify their machinery as much as possible to be able to satisfy all their many different customer needs. It is worth the research to find out what particular options your telescopic boom lift could utilize.