Telescopic booms more than any other type of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These kinds of machinery are excellent for locations which offer limited access in construction and industrial 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 offer working height up to 46 feet or 14.20 meters to 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom classification normally includes a reference to the boom's platform height in order to know the capacity of the machine.
Because they provide the speed, torque and traction required to get the job completed, telescopic booms have been very productive on the worksite. Though the machines are made big enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within confined areas. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system provided by the rough-terrain units allow the rugged jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Additionally, some particular units provide extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and provide stability. There are various diesel engine choices available on the market as well.
Lift Options
Choosing the right lift to meet all their requirements will enable operators to maximize their productivity on the jobsite. Moreover, customizing the chosen lift would help make sure that workers get the particular equipment they really need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts would have a large variety of platform options. Steel platforms could vary 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 customize the lift for its particular application. Platform accessories can 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 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 suit all their various customer needs. It is really worth the research to know what specific options your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.