Greater horizontal outreach could be attained with telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform. These types of machines are excellent for places 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 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 so as to know the capacity of the machine.
As they offer the speed, torque and traction required to get the job done, telescopic booms have been very productive on the worksite. Even though the machines are made very large to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great in confined spaces. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system provided by the rough-terrain units enable the rough jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Additionally, some particular models offer extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and offer stability. There are multiple diesel engine alternatives available on the market also.
Lift Options
Choosing the best lift to meet their requirements will enable operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. In addition, customizing the chosen lift would help ensure that employees get the specific equipment they really require for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts would have a wide range of platform options. Steel platforms can vary in size from 1.22 meters to 2.44 meters or from 4 to 8 feet. There are various types of platform accessories available to help modify the lift for its specific application. Platform accessories could comprise the following items: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, auxiliary top railing, control box cover, welder leads, tool tray and work lights.
There are a lot of various options and attachments available on the market nowadays. Businesses are attempting to diversify their machines as much as possible to be able to satisfy all their various customer needs. It is truly worth the research to find out what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift could utilize.