Telescopic booms other than any other kind of aerial platform have greater horizontal outreach. These types of equipment are ideal for places which provide 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 units provide working height up to 14.20 meters or 46 feet to 40.15 meters or 131 feet 2 inches. Telescopic boom classification normally includes a reference to the platform height of the boom so as to know the capacity of the machinery.
Telescopic booms are extremely productive on the worksite since they offer the speed, torque and traction required to get the job completed. Although the machines are built big enough to reach higher, they are still compact enough to fit great within tight spaces. The full-time oscillating axle and the positive traction system offered by the rough-terrain units enable the rough jobsites to be handled with ease and precision. In addition, some specialized units offer extendable axles that provide stability and retract for easy transportation. There are multiple diesel engine choices offered on the market as well.
Lift Options
Operators will be able to maximize their jobsite productivity by picking the best lift to suit all their application needs. What's more, customizing the chosen lift will really help ensure that workers get the particular machine they need for projects.
Starting with the platform size, lifts would have a wide variety of platform options. Steel platforms can range 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 customize the lift for its particular use. Platform accessories can include the following items: fluorescent tube caddy, half-height mesh, auxiliary top railing, control box cover, welder leads, tool tray and work lights.
On the market nowadays there are lots of available attachments and options. Businesses are trying to diversify their machines as much as possible in order to meet their various customer needs. It is worth the research to know what particular alternatives your telescopic boom lift has the capabilities of using.