Telescopic booms more than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These types of machines are excellent for locations which offer 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 14.20 meters or 46 feet to 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom nomenclature normally includes a reference to the platform height of the boom in order to know the equipment's capacity.
Since they provide the traction, speed and torque needed to get the job completed, telescopic booms have been extremely productive on the worksite. Even if the equipment are made really large 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 allow the rough jobsites to be handled with precision and ease. In addition, some particular units offer extendable axles which provide stability and retract for easy transportation. There are various diesel engine choices offered on the market also.
Lift Options
Operators would be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by picking the best lift to suit their application needs. As well, customizing the chosen lift would help make sure that workers get the specific equipment they really need for projects.
Normally, lifts have a variety of platform options, starting with the platform size. Operators might have to choose from steel platforms ranging in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are a variety of platform accessories available to help modify the lift for its specific application. Platform accessories may consist of the following things: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, welder leads, tool tray and work lights.
There are lots of various options and attachments available on the market these days. Companies are attempting to diversify their machines as much as possible 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 utilizing.