Telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These machines are ideal for places which offer limited access in construction and industrial situations.
The capacities of CAT's telescopic booms range 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 usually includes a reference to the platform height of the boom so as to identify the equipment's capacity.
Telescopic booms are very productive on the worksite as they provide the traction, speed and torque required to get the job completed. Even if the machines are made really large to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within tight spaces. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle provided by the rough-terrain models allow the rugged jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Additionally, some particular models provide extendable axles that offer stability and retract for easy transportation. There are many diesel engine choices offered on the market also.
Lift Options
Operators will be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by picking the right lift to suit all their application needs. As well, customizing the chosen lift will help ensure that employees get the particular machinery they really need for projects.
Typically, lifts have a range of platform options, starting with the platform size. Operators may 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 available platform accessories to help modify the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories may consist of the following items: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, tool tray, work lights and welder leads.
There are so many different attachments and options available on the market nowadays. Companies are attempting to diversify their machinery as much as possible to be able to meet their various customer requirements. It is really worth the research to find out what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.