The telehandler is a construction vehicle that is engineered to lift heavy weights and materials. It is really considered to be a hybrid of the crane and the forklift in terms of its capabilities and size. The boom is the most prominent feature on a telehandler. It can be equipped with a range of attachments so as to allow it to perform other tasks.
By utilizing the right lifting angle and extension an operator can remain safe whilst doubling or even tripling a telehandler's maximum lifting weight. It is very vital to keep in mind that if the arm is accidentally utilized wrong, the machinery can tip over dangerously because of the lifting weight being drastically cut.
In its visual manner, the telehandler looks more like a crane, although it has traits of a forklift and a crane. The huge extending boom arm makes it more similar to a crane since it is able to reach up to high locations. Because it is able to easily raise equipment or heavy objects, the telehandler also performs like a lift truck. In addition, the arm looks like the end of a forklift.
The Maniscopic Telehandler Range
Within the industrial, construction and agricultural markets, Manitou provides ground-breaking material handling solutions that have revolutionized the way clients consider their applications. Manitou offers various unique handling solutions from rotating to compact units; they have something suitable for everybody.
For all of your placing, warehousing and loading requirements, the variable reach telehandlers provide a great solution. Manitou provides a large range of specially designed attachments in order to meet your industry needs. These different attachments help to provide an optimum combination of overall reliability, versatility and performance. Companies can save tens of thousands of dollars by buying one great machine and outfitting it with a range of attachments to complete all their jobs, as opposed to buying different types of heavy equipment.
Rotating Telehandler
The most versatile telehandler currently on the market is the MRT Series. This particular unit offers 3-in-1 versatility for many applications, as well as rotation. The MRT Series of rotating telehandlers will lift employees, and loads from 68 to 80 feet or from 14 to 30 meters. These versatile machines can easily accommodate cargo varying from 8800 to 10,000 lbs.