Telescopic booms more than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These kinds of machines are ideal for places 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 offer 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 boom's platform height in order to identify the capacity of the machinery.
As they offer the speed, torque and traction needed to get the job done, telescopic booms have been really productive on the worksite. Even though the machinery are made huge enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within confined areas. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system offered by the rough-terrain units allow the rough jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. In addition, some particular models provide extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and offer stability. There are various diesel engine choices available on the market also.
Lift Options
Choosing the best lift to suit all their needs will allow operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. As well, customizing the chosen lift will really help make certain that workers get the particular equipment they need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts will have a large variety of platform options. Steel platforms could vary in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are a range of platform accessories available to help modify the lift for its specific application. Platform accessories may comprise the following items: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, welder leads, tool tray and work lights.
There are so many various attachments and options available on the market today. Businesses are trying to diversify their equipment as much as possible in order to meet all their various customer requirements. It is really worth the research to know what particular options your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of utilizing.