Telescopic booms other than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These kinds of machines are great for locations 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 24.38 meters and 80 feet. These units provide working height up to 46 feet or 14.20 meters to 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom classification typically includes a reference to the boom's platform height so as to know the machine's capacity.
Telescopic booms are really productive on the worksite as they provide the traction, speed and torque needed to get the job completed. While the machinery are built large enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within confined areas. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle offered by the rough-terrain models allow the rough jobsites to be handled with precision and ease. Additionally, some specialized models offer extendable axles that offer stability and retract for easy transportation. There are various diesel engine choices available on the market as well.
Lift Options
Choosing the best lift to meet their requirements would allow operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. Moreover, customizing the chosen lift will really help make sure that employees get the specific machinery they need for projects.
Usually, 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 a range of platform accessories available to help modify the lift for its particular application. Platform accessories may consist of the following items: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, auxiliary top railing, control box cover, work lights, welder leads and tool tray.
There are a lot of various options and attachments available on the market today. Companies are trying to diversify their machines as much as possible in order to satisfy their various customer needs. It is truly worth the research to find out what specific alternatives your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.