Greater horizontal outreach can be obtained with telescopic booms rather than any other type of aerial platform. These types of machinery are ideal for places that provide limited access in industrial and construction situations.
The capacities of CAT's telescopic booms range 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 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom nomenclature typically includes a reference to the boom's platform height so as to know the equipment's capacity.
Because they provide the speed, torque and traction required to get the job done, telescopic booms have been very productive on the worksite. Even if the machinery are built big enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great in tight areas. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle offered by the rough-terrain units enable the rough jobsites to be handled with precision and ease. Moreover, some particular models offer extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and provide stability. There are multiple diesel engine choices offered on the market as well.
Lift Options
Choosing the best lift to meet all their needs would allow operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. Moreover, customizing the chosen lift will help ensure that workers get the specific equipment they truly require for projects.
Typically, lifts have a range of platform options, starting with the platform size. Operators might 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 different types of platform accessories available to help customize the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories may consist of the following items: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, work lights, welder leads and tool tray.
There are so many different attachments and options available on the market these days. Businesses are trying to diversify their machines as much as possible in order to meet all their many different customer needs. It is truly worth the research to know what particular options your telescopic boom lift can use.