Greater horizontal outreach could be obtained with telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform. These machines are great for places that provide limited access in industrial and construction situations.
The capacities of CAT's telescopic booms vary from 9.65 meters or 31 feet 8 inches to 80 feet and 24.38 meters. These units provide working height up to 14.20 meters or 46 feet 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 identify the capacity of the equipment.
As they provide the torque, traction and speed needed to get the job completed, telescopic booms have been extremely productive on the worksite. While the machines are made huge enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great in confined spaces. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle offered by the rough-terrain units allow the rugged jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Moreover, some particular models provide extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and offer stability. There are multiple diesel engine choices offered on the market too.
Lift Options
Operators would be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by choosing the right lift to meet all their application requirements. Also, customizing the chosen lift will really help make certain that employees get the particular equipment they need for projects.
Normally, 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 range of platform accessories available to help customize the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories can include the following items: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, tool tray, work lights and welder leads.
There are a lot of various attachments and options available on the market nowadays. Companies are trying to diversify their equipment as much as possible in order to satisfy their various customer needs. It is worth the research to know what specific options your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.