Telescopic booms more than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These machinery are excellent for places which offer limited access in construction and industrial situations.
The capacities of CAT's telescopic booms vary from 31 feet 8 inches or 9.65 meters to 24.38 meters and 80 feet. These models provide working height up to 14.20 meters or 46 feet to 131 feet 2 inches or 40.15 meters. Telescopic boom nomenclature usually includes a reference to the platform height of the boom so as to know the capacity of the machine.
Telescopic booms are extremely productive on the worksite since they provide the speed, torque and traction required to get the job done. Although the machines are built really huge to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within tight areas. The positive traction system and the full-time oscillating axle offered by the rough-terrain units enable the rugged jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. Additionally, some particular units offer extendable axles which retract for easy transportation and offer stability. There are many diesel engine choices available on the market also.
Lift Options
Operators would be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by choosing the right lift to meet all their application requirements. In addition, customizing the chosen lift will help make sure that workers get the particular equipment they truly need for projects.
Usually, lifts have a variety of platform options, starting with the platform size. Operators might 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 specific application. Platform accessories can include the following things: half-height mesh, fluorescent tube caddy, control box cover, auxiliary top railing, work lights, welder leads and tool tray.
There are so many different attachments and options available on the market today. Businesses are attempting to diversify their machinery as much as they could to be able to suit all their various customer needs. It is really worth the research to know what particular options your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of utilizing.