Telescopic booms more than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These machines are ideal for locations that offer limited access in industrial and construction 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 models provide working height up to 46 feet or 14.20 meters to 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom nomenclature typically includes a reference to the platform height of the boom in order to know the capacity of the equipment.
Since they provide the speed, torque and traction required to get the job completed, telescopic booms have been extremely productive on the worksite. Even though the machinery are made really large to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great in tight areas. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system provided by the rough-terrain models enable the rough jobsites to be handled with precision and ease. In addition, several specialized units offer extendable axles which offer stability and retract for easy transportation. There are multiple diesel engine choices available on the market also.
Lift Options
Operators would be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by choosing the best lift to suit their application requirements. Furthermore, customizing the chosen lift will really help make certain that workers get the specific machinery they require for projects.
Typically, lifts have a variety of platform options, starting with the platform size. Operators may need to choose from steel platforms ranging in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are various types of available platform accessories to help customize the lift for its specific use. Platform accessories can comprise the following items: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, auxiliary top railing, control box cover, work lights, welder leads and tool tray.
There are a lot of different options and attachments available on the market nowadays. Businesses are trying to diversify their machinery as much as they can to be able to suit all their various customer requirements. It is really worth the research to know what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.