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Teupen crawler platforms - Working Smarter Not Harder
Every once in a while a great new tool comes along
that it makes you wonder how you ever got along
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If you are one of those people who think outside
the box, by the time you finish reading this article
not only are you going to want one of these versatile
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April-May 2005
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Teupen crawler platforms - From floor to ceiling
Indoor use presents a number of challenges for powered
access, with gaining entry and actual reaching to
work aerea sometimes problematic. LINDSAY GALE reports.
What do you think of when you think of powered accessbeing
used inside buildings ?
We have all seen electric scissors, vertical masts,
electric booms and even on occasion standard diesel
booms being used to proviede an access solution indoors.
And then there are the "specials", crawler
mounted booms and spider types - some with prodigiours
working heights on what is a relatively small carrier
- that can reach those parts of a building other
platforms cannot.
Traditionally, powered access has mainly been used
in the construction/building meintenance role. Today,
indoor access is required across a broad spechtrum
of industrial and commercial sectors - and manufacturers
are increasingly recognizing this and adding to theier
product ranges accordingly, either by acquisition
or by product development...
Teupen crawler platforms - LEO 50 GT
Teupen has delivered a second Leo 50 crawler platfrom
to German rental operation Gerken GmbH, who expects
to find increasing uses for this 50 m (165 ft) working
height machine with customers who require the height
capability it offers inside today's modern buildings.
Rental rates for this type of machine are currently
strong, as often there is no alternative means of
gaining access in constrained spaces. Gerken has
had smaller Teupen crawler platforms in its rental
fleet for some years.
Panther buys telescopic boom to diversify fleet
TEUPEN LEO 30 crawler platform
by Paul Howard
Panther Platform Rentals has purchased a Leo 30
tracked telescopic boom from Teupen. This is part
of a strategy to diversify its fleet and take advantage
of niche markets because prices for common machines
are lower than they were two years ago.
"The margins are very difficult in bread and
butter products," said managing director Richard
Miller. "There are lots of hirers with electric
scissors and, because of the volume, rates are low.
In some instances prices are down 50%," he added.
This has resulted in the company's
policy of seeking out new markets with specialist
products. "We
have a large range of access machines, but this is
part of a major investment in specialist and vehicle-mounted
machines, which will be backed up with improved marketing," added
Miller. The marketing will stress the benefits of
particular machines for particular jobs and demonstrate
their capabilities in new areas.
GERMANY'S B. Teupen Maschinenbau (crawler platform
specialist) has thrown its hat in a crowded work-platform
equipment ring with its new EURO B 16-tonne unit.
The truck-mounted platform is described by the manufacturer
as compact and extremely versatile, with up to 10.7m
of reach even with 200kg in the basket.
Particularly suited to road-side building, maintenance
and other jobs, the EURO B has a working height of
15.8m, hydraulically-operated outriggers and offset-mounted,
rotatable basket giving the user wide-ranging access
to work areas.
Power cables and chains are laid into an aluminium
boom.
According to BTM, the trapeze-shaped boom profile
means telescoping sections exceed all European stability
standards.
The boom is mounted on an aesthetically pleasing
banana-shaped boom cradle.
NATIONWIDE ACCESS NOTCHES UP
ANOTHER 150 NEW MACHINES
Nationwide Access operates a modern rental fleet
of self-propelling scissor lifts, boom lifts and
truck-mounted platforms which are designed to place
workers, their tools and materials efficiently and
quickly into elevated work areas that otherwise would
have to be reached by using traditional access methods
including ladders, scaffolding or other devices.
The platforms are mounted at the end of telescopic
and/or articulating booms or on top of scissor-type
or other vertical lifting mechanisms, which in turn
are mounted on four-wheeled chassis.
Nationwide Access has continued its investment programme
with the purchase of 157 new aerial platforms from
Genie worth just under £3 million. The 68 scissor
lifts and 89 boomlifts will all be delivered by the
end of May 2005. The investment includes a large
number of popular aerial platforms and scissor lifts
to meet the continuing high level of demand and to
improve availability.
"We're buying 16 narrow aisle
electric 30' booms, which are always popular in
the shopfitting
and industrial maintenance sectors, and 40 Z45/25
diesel, rough terrain,
articulated boomlifts with a working height of 15.74m,
these have traditionally been our most popular aerial
platforms and are the real work horse of the industry" said
sales and marketing director Harry Waters.
"The ability to supply is critical to our customers",
said managing director, Hugh Cole.
"This investment, together with
other investments we have planned for later in
the year, will add 5%
availability to our fleet."
All of the aerial platforms will
be of the highest specification possible. "It's what the market
expects," said Waters: "For example all
of the Z45/25 boomlifts will have fly jibs to improve
access in confined areas, four-wheel drive, power
to the work platform, foam filled tyres and earthing
cables. We have also added to our 80' fleet of articulated
boomlifts with 8 Z80/60 diesel aerial platforms to
compliment our current JLG800AJ's
Other models purchased include 25
GR15 lightweight mast self propelled aerial platforms
for use indoors,
an ideal replacement for alloy towers and ladders.
These aerial lifts were ordered in response to the
changes in the Working At Height Regulations and
to supply the evry increasing number of contractors
who have become more aware of the cost efficiencies
of powered access. "We've also bought 25 GS2632
electric scissor lifts which are ideal in smaller
warehouses and out of town shopping centres due to
a 32' working height and the ability to fit through
a standard door" An order for 43 Genie GS1932
electric scissor lifts, whose compact size, small
and light enough to fit in many goods lifts, is proving
vital on many fitout contracts, account for the remainder
of the order.
Nationwide Access has also complemented
this investment in aerial platforms with an ambitious
engineering
programme that is designed to further improve the
availability of the fleet and the quality of our
machines offered to customers. "By the end of
May we will have increased our engineering resource
by 15%," said Cole.
Nationwide Access, the UK arm of the Lavendon group,
Europes largest access rental company, has restarted
its investment programme with the purchase of almost
170 new aerial platforms from Genie worth almost £4
million.
The latest order includes 68 scissor lifts and 89
booms all of which will be delivered by the end of
May 2005 These come in addition to nine Genie S125
booms recently delivered. The investment includes
a large number of popular aerial platforms to meet
the continuing high level of demand and to improve
availability. The new boomlift order includes 40
Genie Z45/25JRT, 16 G30/20N and eight Z80/60 articulated
aerial boomlifts.
One of nine Genie S125 boomlifts delivered this year
“The ability to supply is critical to our
customers”, says Nationwide managing director,
Hugh Cole. “This investment, together with
further expenditure we have planned for later in
the year, will add 5% availability to our fleet.”
In a significant departure for Nationwide, the new
order includes 25 Genie Runabout GR-15 self propelled
mast type aerial platforms for use indoors. The company
believes that the new Work at Height Rules that came
into force earlier this week will encourage contractors
to become more aware of the risks and cost inefficiencies
faced when using ladders.
SGB offers a range of powered access equipment.
Our experienced staff offer an on-site survey to
determine which aerial platforms will provide the
best solutions for you. A range of IPAF Training
Courses are also available.
Your aerial platform will be delivered direct to
your site with handover familiarisation and there
is a mobile response unit to attend any site equipment
failures.
Scissor Lifts
Scissor Lifts offer quick and efficient access solutions
for a wide range of installation and maintenance
tasks. Compact dimensions and tight turning circles
give these machines great versatility. A comprehensive
range of machines is available for flat slab and
rough-terrain scissor lifts applications, enabling
access on the most rigorous of conditions.
Your aerial platform will be delivered direct to
your site with handover familiarisation and there
is a mobile response unit to attend any site equipment
failures.
Articulating and Telescopic aerial platforms
SGB's articulating and telescopic aerial platforms
are ideal for access jobs where both vertical and
horizontal reach is required. A complete range of
aerial platforms are available to suit a myriad of
different applications, with working heights ranging
from 7.9m to 27.7m and working loads up to 272kg.
We also offer a range of fuel options.
MCCONNELLSBURG, Pa., Apr 30, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE)
-- JLG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:JLG) today announced
it has completed the purchase of Delta Manlift (
vertical mast lift ), a subsidiary of The Manitowoc
Company. Headquartered in Tonneins, France, Delta
has two facilities that manufacture the Toucan brand
of vertical mast lifts, a line of aerial work platforms
distributed throughout Europe for the use principally
in industrial and maintenance operations. Additionally,
JLG has purchased certain intellectual property and
related assets of Manitowoc's discontinued product
lines which will permit JLG to re-launch selected
Liftlux scissor lift models.
"
This transaction is the kind of bolt-on acquisition
that is consistent with our strategy to remain focused
on the access industry," commented Israel Celli,
Vice President - International Sales, Marketing and
Customer Support. "The Delta product line, which
sells under the Toucan brand name, is a distinctly
European design with an excellent reputation in the
European aerial marketplace. The Liftlux brand of
scissor lifts, primarily known for large capacity
and height, are very popular with specialty re-rental
companies in Europe and North America and fit nicely
at the upper end of the JLG scissor lift line. Collectively,
these products further expand our robust aerial lift
portfolio and enhance our ability to compete in the
Eurozone region."
As announced last month, Manitowoc will continue
to provide dedicated aftermarket parts and service
support for Liftlux, US Manlift, and the US parts
business, through its Manitowoc CraneCARE operations.
JLG Industries, Inc. is the world's leading producer
of access equipment (aerial work platforms, scissor
lifts and telehandlers) and highway-speed telescopic
hydraulic excavators. The Company's diverse product
portfolio encompasses leading brands such as JLG(R)
aerial work platforms; JLG, SkyTrak(R), Lull(R) and
Gradall(R) telehandlers; Gradall excavators; and
an array of complementary accessories that increase
the versatility and efficiency of these products
for end users. JLG markets its products and services
through a multi-channel approach that includes a
highly trained sales force, marketing, the Internet,
integrated supply programs and a network of distributors.
In addition, JLG offers world-class after-sales service
and support for its customers in the industrial,
commercial, institutional and construction markets.
JLG's manufacturing facilities are located in the
United States and Belgium, with sales and service
locations on six continents.
This news release contains forward-looking statements
within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are
not guarantees of future performance, and involve
a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause
actual results to differ materially from those indicated
by the forward-looking statements. Important factors
that could cause actual results to differ materially
from those suggested by the forward-looking statements
include, but are not limited to, the following: (i)
general economic and market conditions, including
political and economic uncertainty in areas of the
world where we do business; (ii) varying and seasonal
levels of demand for our products and services; (iii)
limitations on customer access to credit for purchases;
(iv) credit risks from our financing of customer
purchases; (v) limitations on our ability to finance
future acquisitions and integrate acquired businesses;
(vi) interest and foreign currency exchange rates;
and (vii) costs of raw materials and energy, as well
as other risks as detailed in the Company's SEC reports,
including the report on Form 10-Q for the quarter
ended January 31, 2004.
MCCONNELLSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27,
2005--JLG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:JLG) specialized
aerial work platforms, under the Toucan(R) brand,
to be used in the construction of the new Airbus
A380 airliners.
"
Projects such as the Airbus A380 require equipment
that can make designs into reality," commented
Israel Celli, Vice President of International Sales,
Marketing and Customer Support. "Providing equipment
for working in the air is our specialty where safety
and productivity are important. Additionally, the
Toucan brand aerial work platforms have the reputation
for quality, and the specialized features they offer
were key considerations for the Airbus project."
Delta Manlift SAS, a wholly owned subsidiary of JLG
Industries, Inc., manufactures the Toucan brand of
aerial work platforms used by Airbus. One of the
aerial lifts, the Toucan Model 1600P, has a horizontal
reach of seven meters (23 feet) while at a vertical
height of 14 meters (46 feet). It allows a clear
view of the A380's massive wings for the lift operator.
This specialized aerial work platform can be driven
and operated conventionally while standing in the
basket or while lying down on a specialized attachment,
which allows the operator to reach down and accurately
place laser sensors required for the construction
of the wings.
Also used on the project is the Toucan Model 910-2
that features a small basket with folding handrails
that can fit between the engine cover supports for
inspection and maintenance of all areas of the A380's
engines. This machine is rated for use during wind
speeds of 80 kilometers per hour (50 mph), allowing
the machine to be used in an airport setting.
Another crucial piece of equipment provided by Delta
is the Toucan Model 1013, a multi-purpose tool for
assembly and maintenance in confined areas. This
model provides access to very tight quarters such
as the landing gear compartment and includes a "soft-touch" system
that keeps the aircraft from being damaged by the
lift. These aerial lifts can also withstand winds
of up to 50 miles per hour.
Cooperative work between Delta and Airbus began in
2000 when the Toucan 1010 Aero model was selected
for work on the Airbus A340. Operations of Delta,
located in Tonneins, France, were acquired by JLG
Industries, Inc. in May 2004.
March 4, 2004 - MEC, an old familiar scissor lift
brand has been reborn under new ownership, and full
production on two models begins in April. Models
1932ES scissor lift and 2633ES scissor lift were
introduced at the ARA Rental Show last week.
In 2001, the Aerial Work Platform division of Mayville
Engineering Co. ceased operation with no apparent
buyer in the wings. But in early 2003, Jim Tolle
and Craig Braun, of Equipment Parts Wholesale, Fresno
, Calif. , finalized a deal that included the existing
inventory, parts, tooling, and design rights. And
as the 2004 Rental Show came to a close, Tolle reports
that these first units are sold out through July.
Some might say that's not a bad ending to the story
of the MEC scissor lift, but really it's just the
beginning. The 2633ES is a new model, never before
produced, and by early next year the company expects
to launch a scissor lift featuring omni-directional
steering.
The company plans to carry on MEC's
tradition of high-quality products. "When most manufacturers
are directing their efforts at aggressively removing
cost and ultimately cheapening their machines, MEC
is concentrating on reducing service calls and keeping
the machines up and running," says Tolle. "While
others are removing metal, MEC prides itself on building
units that last and that feel strong," he says.
Currently, MEC scissor lifts are being built in
Fresno , Calif. MEC aerial work platforms are available
through your local MEC distributor, or for more information,
go to www.mec-awp.com.
The Buyer's are Back
ARA Rental Show highlights
By Guy Ramsey
March 1, 2004 -When asked about the
best thing I saw at the ARA Rental Show last week
in Atlanta ,
Ga. , I was pleased to respond, "Booth traffic!" For
the first time in years the buyers were back with
a new attitude about spending. Additionally, many
people I talked to are feeling relief over a general
upturn in the economy. Yet, equipment sales were
not the only interesting news at the show. Most certainly,
the return of MEC scissor lifts was as intriguing
as the absence of UpRight-which was listed in the
exhibitor's guide, but not present on the show floor.
The story is that UpRight Inc., Madera , Calif.
, no longer exists, and the entity that remains-UpRight
International-is slowly restructuring the way it
is doing business. Several moves precipitated rumors
that UpRight was pulling out of the North American
market. In a recent interview with UpRight's new
president John Coughlan, LiftandAccess was told that
this rumor was unfounded. (Watch for the full interview
next issue.) In related news, it has also been rumored
that UpRight lacked product liability insurance for
an undetermined period of time. Coughlan could neither
confirm nor deny this allegation.
While the MEC brand is likely familiar
to many, the scissor lifts on display at the show,
didn't
come from Mayville , Wis. Currently, MEC scissor
lifts are being built in a recently purchased 235,000-square
foot facility in Fresno, Calif. Vice President Jim
Tolle expects to be in full production by April,
with new models being rolled out by first quarter
of 2005. Tolle hinted at an omni-directional model,
calling it "the most revolutionary product since
the introduction of the articulating boom."
Other buzz circulating at the show was that the
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has begun
an informal inquiry into JLG Industries' accounting
and financial reporting. Apparently this is related
to a restatement of its audited financial statements
for fiscal year ending July 31, 2003 , and does not
imply any violations have occurred.
Highlighting new scissor and boom lift introductions
were several bigger and better products from JLG,
Genie, Snorkel, and Skyjack, not to mention, the
re-establishment of MEC. Making trailer-mounted aerial
lift introductions were Genie and Niftylift. And
one telescopic handler surprise came from French
manufacturer Haulotte.
Standing tall
JLG Industries, McConnellsburg ,
Pa. , showcased the 1250AJP 125-foot articulating
boom lift inside
its massive multi-media booth. This is the latest
member of the fast growing and highly popular Ultra
Series aerial work platforms. Each model in this
family, which includes the 1350SJP aerial platform
and 1200SJP aerial platform, shares the same chassis
and all hydraulic and electric components. Featuring
JLG's patented Quick Boom design, 1250AJP aerial
platform operators can go from the ground to 125
feet in about 90 seconds. The 1250AJP aerial platform
offers 60'6" of up-and-over reach capabilities
and 63'2" of horizontal reach. Most impressive
is that this giant goes easy on the trailer during
deliveries, weighing in at just 44,000 GVW.
Also new is the ProFit™ Series
of electric, on-slab scissor lifts, designed from
the ground up
to deliver extended duty cycles. Introduced in conjunction
with the scissor lifts, comes the Workstation option,
which hangs on the inside of the platform. It provides
a place for tools to be stored and recharged and
a place to store supplies. JLG's Triple L trailer
was recognized as one of the top three most innovative
products in 2003 by RER Magazine . Receiving the
award for JLG is Gary Bisbee, vice president, trailer
and vertical lifts. The award was presented by RER
Editor Michael Roth. For more information, visit
www.jlg.com.
Trimming weight
Genie Industries, Redmond , Wash.
, has put its S-60 aerial platform and S-65 boom
lift on a major
diet, featuring two key modifications to dramatically
reduce the overall weight of the aerial work platforms.
The first change involves an innovative application
of a parallelogram boom mount, which Genie lift calls
its "Virtual" boom. As the boom rises,
the center of gravity is shifted toward the center
line of rotation. As a result, the counterweight
has been relocated from the chassis to the turret,
where counterweight ratios are much more favorable.
The other modification was the conversion of a dual
cylinder boom extension system to a single cylinder
with cables. The S-60 boomlift now hits the scales
at an astonishing 21,000 pounds-some 6,000 pounds
lighter than the previous generation model.
The company's GS-5390 scissor lift also featured
an important upgrade. A new optional oscillating
axle system incorporates a hydraulically controlled
front axle and a free floating rear oscillating axle.
When the 53-foot rough terrain scissor lift is in
the stowed position, both axles freely oscillate.
This is accomplished by splitting the rear axle,
and each half axle, working independently, is permitted
a limited amount of float. When the platform is raised,
the front axle activates, working in conjunction
with the rear axle to provide four-point stability.
This axle system is also available on the shorter
GS-4390 scissor lift. For details, visit www.genieindustries.com.
Running through its veins
On the surface, the TB-42J aerial lift introduced
by Snorkel International, St. Joseph , Mo. , may
simply appear to be a jib-fitted version of the venerable
TB-37. Underneath, however, is another story. This
unit boasts an all-new hydraulic system, most significant
of which is the drive design. Pilot-operated proportional
valves have been re-located in the chassis, nearer
to the drive motors, which eliminates the need to
direct the flow through dividers. It won't be long
before this change is incorporated throughout the
boom lift line, although Snorkel staff wouldn't commit
to a deadline. Also on display was a TB-42 boom lift
equipped with a hydraulically driven 11 kW generator
. The generator deliverers both 240 VAC three- and
single-phase and 110 VAC single-phase power to the
platform, from which a variety of tools, including
a welder, can be used. For additional details, visit
www.snorkelusa.com.
Skyjack Inc., Guelph , Ontario , has upgraded the
4226 scissor lift to the 4626 scissor lift. The 26-foot
scissor lift is now four inches wider and boasts
an additional 150 pounds of capacity, topping out
at 1,000 pounds. And in the process, the overall
gross vehicle weight has been reduced by 600 pounds.
In the 32-foot scissor lift class, the company's
4832 has been trimmed to 46 inches wide and re-named
the 4632. Both models now feature a longer 4-foot
deck extension.
Skyjack also introduced two brand
new models-the 8243 scissor lift s and 8850 scissor
lift, compact
rough-terrain scissor lifts. The 43- and 50-foot
platform height machines are each drivable at full
height. Standard features include a 4'6" rollout
deck, four-wheel drive, and hinged fold-down guardrails.
Optional equipment includes an all-new self-leveling
outrigger package. This one-button system is now
available for all models equipped with outriggers.
For additional details, visit www.skyjackinc.com.
MEC Aerial Work Platforms, Fresno
, Calif. , displayed production units of the 1932ES
scissor lift and 2633ES
scissor lifts. Featuring a platform height of 26
feet, the 2633ES scissor lift is new to the MEC product
line. Key features of the electric scissor lift include
a 42.5" entry height, accomplished by mounting
the scissor assembly deep inside the chassis base;
130.5" extended platform length; and zero inside
turning radius. The 1932ES scissor lift is a 19-foot
machine.
True to MEC's heritage, both models feature top
grade components and sturdy platforms and scissor
beam construction. The Powerlift 2T scissor arm mechanism,
for example, uses a single scissor arm with larger
pins and bearings, resulting in larger load bearing
surface. This design is battery-power efficient and
minimizes bearing and pin wear. Dedicated system
compartments, such as for batteries, hydraulics,
and electrical components, are designed to isolate
the entry of corrosive battery fumes or unwanted
heat. Other key features include swivel fittings
on the drive motors to reduce hose wear, onboard
solid state battery charger, and battery reserve
drive system. To contact MEC, go to www.mec-awp.com.
Towable aerial lifts
Among the new trailer-mounted aerial lifts at the
show was a redesigned Genie TZ50 . The most noteworthy
among several upgrades to this unit is a single-button
hydraulic outrigger leveling system. The 50-foot
aerial lift boasts a new frame design, heavier axles,
and more substantial fenders. Platform rotation is
now hydraulically operated and capacity has been
increased to 460 pounds. A new pendant-mounted drive
controller allows the unit to be positioned from
the ground and from the platform, when it is stowed.
The new TM64 trailer-mounted from Niftylift Inc,
USA , Glen Ellyn , Ill. , features a platform height
of 64 feet and an outstanding 40 feet of working
outreach from the center line of rotation. Other
features include 500 pounds unrestricted capacity,
full proportional boom control, and a traction-drive
option for repositioning the unit. The unit is powered
by either gas or diesel engines. A bi-energy power
option is also available. List price is a lofty $72,300.
For more information, see www.niftylift.com.
Telehandlers
The only new telescopic handler not unveiled at
the World of Concrete is a new line from Haulotte,
marketed as Haulotte/Faresin. Faresin is the Italian
supplier in joint venture with this French manufacturer
to build the product line. Plans call for seven models,
but initially three units are available. Model 66-56,
with 6,600 pounds maximum lifting capacity and a
maximum reach of 56 feet, was at the show. This unit
features a low-mount boom configuration. Also available
is model 77-46 rated at 7,700 pounds capacity and
featuring 46 feet of reach and the 8,800-pound model
88-56 with 56 feet of reach. In North America , the
telehandlers are available through Haulotte US Inc.,
Baltimore , Md. Go to www.haulotte.com.
In addition, Terex telescopic handlers, now under
the control of it subsidiary Genie Industries, have
been freshened up a bit. Tweaks to the TH644C, 842C,
and 844C include improved access to service points.
An all-new cab is built to specification by Saf-T-Cab,
Fresno , Calif. In addition, an easier-to-produce
base frame has replaced the old design. The larger
1048 and 1056 models get the treatment in June, while
the 636C will be ready by August. The Terex website
can be visited at www.terex.com.
JLG 1350SJP-Making good on a tall order
Boom lift industry's newest Mega Boom boasts smart
electronic control system - Part 1
By Guy Ramsey
March 17, 2004 - The market for "Mega Booms," self-propelled
boom lifts that reach more than 100 feet, may be
somewhat limited, yet there remains an unmet need
for high-reach access within construction industry
circles. Recently I met a utility worker who was
using a 150-foot truck-mounted aerial lift. Usually
the need for an insulated aerial device precluded
his use of this truck-mounted unit. However, he was
bemoaning the lack of available equipment that could
be used without outriggers for work at similar heights
in de-energized situations. To my surprise, he was
unaware that self-propelled units existed above 80-foot
platform heights.
Only three manufacturers currently produce Mega
Boom lifts, and JLG Industries, McConnellsburg ,
Pa. , tops them all with a 135-foot platform height
aerial lifts. The 1350SJP was introduced last year
as part of the Ultra Series, which also includes
the 1200SJP, a 120-foot model. Both models share
the same operational features. Other Mega Booms include
the TB-126, a jib-fitted boom lift from Snorkel Manufacturing,
St. Joseph , Mo. , and two units, the S-120 and jib-fitted
S-125 from Genie Industries, Redmond , Wash.
The 1350SJP in brief
To break down the model nomenclature
for this unit, the first three numbers refer to
platform height.
So this model has a 135-foot aerial lifts height
and 141 feet of working height. The "S" signifies
that this is a straight boom and "JP" means
this unit is fitted with JibPLUST. The jib boom offers
130 degrees of vertical articulation (+75/-55) and
180 degrees of horizontal movement. The dual-purpose
rotating jib can also be folded back 180 degrees
for shipping. When the platform is stowed, the overall
length of the unit is less than 40 feet. Couple this
with its manageable gross vehicle weight (44,000-45,000
pounds, depending on option choices) and you have
a unit that can be hauled on a trailer without the
need for special equipment or permits.
In the platform
When you step into the platform of a boom lift,
let alone one that can be driven from 135 feet in
the air, you start to think about a lot of things.
Is the operation area flat and REALLY firm? Is the
wind too strong? Was the unit properly tested and
serviced? Is my life insurance paid up? Once you
have satisfactorily answered these questions, it's
time to slip on the body harness.
As I stepped through the swinging gate located on
the side of the platform, a feature you will probably
appreciate more when loading materials or tools,
I found two well-positioned D-rings to clip my lanyard
to. You can't begin to imagine how many times I have
operated a boom lift and been unable to make that
statement.
Another mental inventory ensues as you position
yourself in the platform. Do I understand all the
controls? Are there any overhead obstructions? Why
am I doing this? When you get right down to it, confidence
in the design of the machine is crucial. From an
operator's standpoint everything needs to look and
feel safe. JLG gets thumbs up for the sturdy and
substantial design of the 1350SJP aerial lift.
Controls
JLG engineers designed the 1350SJP aerial lift to
be as simple to operate as one of its 60-foot boom
lifts. Overall, the controls are easy to understand,
and an LED screen communicates important information
to the operator. Located on the left is a fully proportional
combination boom lift and rotation joystick. On the
right is a proportional drive joystick topped with
a thumb steering actuator. Functions that work in
conjunction with the yellow variable speed dial (the
one with the tortoise and the hare) are grouped together
on the control panel. This design allows the operator
a certain amount of metering control over the defined
set of functions. On the LED information center,
just a few of the items communicated to the operator
include fuel level, axle enabled, boom speed indicator,
damping, and basket interlock.
To operate the boom's lift or telescope
functions, the expandable axles must first be deployed.
Even
in the tightest work environment, this is so easy
to do. As you drive, flip the switch, and in just
a few seconds the axles are extended. When deployed,
the machine's width increases to 12'6" from
8'2". A boom function interlock is associated
with the axles when they are not fully deployed.
When looking down at the base of the machine from
the platform I noticed that the axles are offset
from each other. This design permits the axle tubes
to be parallel to each other and contributes to the
small overall stowed width.
Operation
The 1350SJP aerial lift comes standard with three
steering modes-two-wheel, four-wheel or circle, and
crab steering. The crab steer mode is self-aligning,
which means that the rear axle automatically returns
to a centered or aligned position when the operator
switches back to two-wheel steer mode.
Increasing worker utility is a standard
1,000-pound restricted capacity platform that can
be operated
throughout the majority of the work envelope. The
unrestricted platform capacity is 500 pounds. Both
work envelopes are managed by Automatic Capacity
Control System (ACCS), a JLG-designed microprocessor.
Through a series of redundant safety checks, ACCS
adjusts the work envelope to match the selected load.
A string potentiometer works in conjunction with
mechanical limit switches, which feed the relative
position of the boom's extended length to the ACCS.
At the same time, a pair of electronic slope sensors-one
measuring ascending and one descending slope-communicates
the boom elevation to the ACCS. As you approach the
limit of the work envelope, the system visually and
audibly warns the operator. It also automatically
slows the unit down to "snail" mode. Incorporating
the snail or creep mode is a great feature. At 135
feet you don't want any surprises, especially the
boom coming to an unexpected and abrupt stop. As
the platform is raised or lowered, the ACCS automatically
extends or retracts the boom and the platform is
automatically kept within the working envelope.
Also contributing to increased worker productivity
is the optional SkyPower accessory, with which the
test unit was equipped. SkyPower includes a hydraulically
powered 7,500 watt generator, an integrated airline,
and boom wiring terminating in outlets at the platform.
When so equipped, the boom lift can be fitted with
JLG's SkyWelder, SkyBright, and SkyCutter packages.
JLG has done away with the more traditional master/slave
hydraulic cylinder system for leveling the platform
in favor of an electronic system. This system uses
gravitational forces to determine levelness rather
than using the chassis as its measuring stick. This
improves operator comfort when negotiating steep
inclines. It also eliminates the need for hundreds
of feet of hose and hundreds of pounds of excess
weight in the boom. The 1350SJP aerial lift is also
equipped with swing speed proportioning control,
which maintains a constant platform swing speed as
the boom rotates horizontally regardless of the platform's
radius. Speed is reduced as the boom extends so that
the platform always moves at a constant rate.
Although I didn't have an opportunity to try it
out on the flat asphalt storage yard, the 1350SJP
aerial lift features an oscillating axle with 12
inches (+6/-6) of movement for a smoother ride. Unlike
most other JLG boom lifts on which the axles float
when the boom is up, axle oscillation on the 1350SJP
only occurs when the boom is fully retracted and
positioned below about 12 degrees. (This is common
to both Ultra Series models.) Within these parameters,
however, it is available through the full 360 degrees
of rotation.
A Deutz BF4M 2011 87 hp engine powers dual hydrostatic
drive pumps. One pump turns the two drive motors
on the left side of the aerial lift while the other
operates the two motors on the right. These deliver
a massive 48.2 GPM of combined maximum flow at 5,000
PSI. Four wheel motors drive 88.1/1 ratio planetary
reduction hubs. The entire drive system is supplied
by Rexroth. Non-drive functions are powered by a
third Rexroth variable displacement pump that produces
22 GPM at 3,400 PSI.
Foam-filled OTR Outrigger tires provide traction
and stability on the ground. JLG claims 45-degree
grade-ability. Although I was unable to test this
claim, my experience with other JLG aerial lifts
is that their published grade-ability is usually
on the conservative side.
Maintaining your JLG 1350SJP aerial lift
JLG continues to strive to lower the cost of ownership
of all its products, and often it's the little things
that mean a lot, such as how easy it is to replace
decals. The large fiberglass hoods seem quite durable,
but it stands to reason, that they will need to be
replaced from time to time. Each hood is made of
two equally-sized pieces that attach to a steel skeleton
with easy-to-remove nuts and flanges. It wouldn't
take much effort to replace these in the field.
In my opinion, nobody needs to be getting under
these hoods except authorized individuals. The only
thing that really needs daily access is the fuel
fill, which extends to the exterior of the unit through
a portal on the hood. With that in mind, it would
be nice if these hoods were lockable for security
purposes. All service points for the engine are located
outboard and all hydraulic filters, plus the two
remote swing bearing grease points, are adequately
identified. Incidentally, the swing bearing is the
only item on the unit that needs to be greased.
I also took a few minutes to look beyond the grease
and grime at the more sophisticated aspects of the
1350SJP aerial lift. A 12-volt based control system
provides simplicity in viewing and adjusting the
various personality settings for smooth control of
acceleration, deceleration, creep, as well as minimum
and maximum speed for all boom, drive, and steering
functions. The system controls the voltage output
to the valves and pump, as programmed for smooth
operation and maximum cycle time. In addition, ground
control speeds for all boom functions can be programmed.
A built-in LED screen indicates any faults. The system
stores the recent fault history of the machine, and
this information can be retrieved for troubleshooting.
The system is accessed by using a hand-held analyzer,
which displays two lines of information while scrolling
through the LCD screen. Link points are located at
both the ground and platform control stations. A
true CANbus (Control Area Network) system simplifies
the troubleshooting process.
The extensive service manual is a great tool. Yet,
as good as this manual is, you don't want to just
let any technician work on this machine. If you plan
on owning one of these Mega Booms, make sure you
get your people certified at the factory. It's free!
Go to www.jlg.com for more information on the 1350SJP
aerial lift and available accessories.
MANITOWOC, Wis. & MCCONNELLSBURG,
Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 29, 2004--The Manitowoc
Company, Inc.
(NYSE:MTW) and JLG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:JLG) today
announced that JLG has made a binding offer to purchase
Manitowoc's subsidiary, Delta Manlift. Headquartered
in Tonneins, France, Delta manufactures the Toucan
brand of vertical mast lifts, a line of aerial work
platforms distributed throughout Europe for use principally
in industrial and maintenance operations. The transaction
is subject to completion of definitive agreements,
receipt of customary approvals and submission to
Delta's works council.
Manitowoc will continue to provide dedicated aftermarket
parts and service support for its recently discontinued
aerial work platform product lines, primarily Liftlux,
US Manlift, and the US parts business, through its
Manitowoc CraneCARE operations. In addition to the
Delta transaction, JLG will acquire certain intellectual
property and related assets of these discontinued
product lines, which will permit JLG to re-launch
selected Liftlux models at a later date.
About JLG Industries, Inc.
JLG Industries, Inc. is the world's leading producer
of access equipment (aerial work platforms and
telehandlers) and highway-speed telescopic hydraulic
excavators. The Company's diverse product portfolio
encompasses leading brands such as JLG(R) aerial
work platforms, JLG, SkyTrak(R), Lull(R) and Gradall(R)
telehandlers; Gradall excavators; and an array
of complementary accessories that increase the
versatility and efficiency of these products for
end users. JLG markets its products and services
through a multi-channel approach that includes
a highly trained sales force, marketing, the Internet,
integrated supply programs and a network of distributors.
In addition, JLG offers world-class after-sales
service and support for its customers in the industrial,
commercial, institutional and construction markets.
JLG's manufacturing facilities are located in the
United States and Belgium, with sales and service
locations on six continents.
About The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's
largest providers of lifting equipment for the
global construction industry, including lattice-boom
cranes, tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes,
and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube
machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial
refrigeration equipment, the company offers the
broadest line of cold-focused equipment in the
foodservice industry. In addition, the company
is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair,
and conversion services for government, military,
and commercial customers throughout the maritime
industry.
Forward-looking Statements
Any statements contained herein that are not historical
facts are forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform
Act of 1995 and involve risks and uncertainties.
Potential factors could cause actual results to
differ materially from those expressed or implied
by such statements. These statements and potential
factors include, but are not limited to, those
relating to: (i) general economic and market conditions,
(ii) risks associated with acquisitions and integration
efforts, (iii) geographic factors and political
and economic risks, and other factors detailed
in Manitowoc's and JLG's filings with the Securities
and Exchange Commission.
NEW JLG scissor lifts
McConnellsburg, PA, August 14, 2003
-- An entirely new family of five electric powered
scissor lifts,
including the world's first 30-in. wide, 26-ft. platform
height machine, is being introduced by JLG Industries,
Inc. Designated the Pro-Fit™ Series, the machines
provide longer duty cycles, higher capacities, and
larger platforms for greater productivity. Plus,
they are more economical than ever to operate.
The Pro-Fit Series machines feature an electric
drive system that uses two independent electric motors
for the drive wheels. The new drive system provides
longer duty cycles and lower noise levels by eliminating
the power loss associated with pumps, hoses and hydraulic
motors.
The scissor lifts also incorporate a newly designed
hydraulic system that combines the hydraulic lift
pump, reservoir and motor with the lift cylinder
into a single assembly. The design reduces the complexity
of the hydraulic system to only two hoses and four
fittings. It provides greater reliability by reducing
potential leak points and reduced maintenance. And,
with fewer parts, the Pro-Fit Series machines are
more reliable and cost less to operate.
For ease of operation, an improved control station
permits one-handed control of both the proportional
drive and lift functions. The scissor lifts decks
have also been re-designed and are manufactured from
non-corrosive aluminum with non-skid strips.
Mobility has been improved as well. The Pro-Fit Series
machines have front wheel drive and steering for
a tighter turning radius and 5.5-in. ground clearance,
so they easily clear doorway thresholds and can be
driven onto trailers and rollback trucks. They are
equipped with non-marking tires and can be operated
inside or out-of-doors. Gradeability on all five
models is rated at 25%.
Three Pro-Fit Series narrow models have only 30-in.
overall width so they can be driven through standard
doorways. Platform heights on the narrow models range
from 19 ft. to 26 ft. with capacities from 500 lbs.
to 800 lbs.
The two wider Pro-Fit Series scissor lifts have maximum
platform heights of 26 ft. and 32 ft. and capacities
of 1,000 lbs. and dual 700/1000 lbs., respectively.
Machine width on both models is 46 in., and their
rails fold down to a 76.5-in. overall height.
All Pro-Fit Series machines can also be equipped
with JLG's Workstation in the Sky™ accessories
that include panel racks, pipe racks, and a 200-amp
QuikWelder™ package.
JLG Industries, Inc. is the world's leading producer
of mobile aerial work platforms and a leading producer
of telehandlers and telescopic hydraulic excavators
marketed under the JLG®, Gradall®, Lull® and
Sky Trak® trademarks. Sales are made principally
to rental companies and distributors that rent and
sell the Company's products to a diverse customer
base, which include users in the industrial, commercial,
institutional and construction markets. JLG's manufacturing
facilities are located in the United States and Belgium,
with sales and service locations on six continents.
• MANITOU rough terrain and
semi-industrial mast lift trucks,
• MANISCOPIC telescopic arm trucks,
• MANIACCESS motorised Aerial Work Platforms (AWP)
and personnel lifts,
• MANITRANSIT lorry-mounted trucks,
• MANILOADER articulated and swing wheeled loaders,
• LOC and MANILEC warehousing equipment.
Now, the MANITOU group is moving into a new market:
aerial work platforms.
MANITOU has adopted a policy of forming partnership
agreements with major companies in the world access
platform market, and is now in a position to become
one of Europe's market leaders in this sector.
In February 2000, the Manitou Group signed an industrial
and commercial partnership agreement with MEC (Mayville
Engineering Company Inc.), a specialist in the manufacture
and distribution of scissor access platforms and
aerial lifts. Part of this deal was a reciprocal
arrangement whereby both companies would manufacture
locally under licence the range of aerial lifts they
were marketing. It was also agreed that the two partners
would combine their design and purchasing strengths
to adapt their range of products to the specifications
that each country demands, strengthening their competitiveness
and developing new aerial lifts.
Since then, there has been a sudden drop in the sales
of access platforms in the United States, related
to the consolidation among the major hire companies.
This, together with MEC's desire to refocus on its
core activity - industrial subcontracting - has led
it to stop manufacturing and distributing scissor
hoists in North America. However, aware of the important
potential for this range of products in Europe and
the rest of the world, MEC is committed to pursue
its collaboration with Manitou in order to speed
up transfer of technological skills between the two
companies.
Throughout 2001, MEC will continue to produce as
many scissor lifts as Manitou needs, and will continue
to guarantee a supply of spare parts for at least
ten years. Manitou's articulated and vertical platforms
will be distributed in the USA by the subsidiary
KD-Manitou.
Portrait of MEC
MEC (Mayville Engineering Company Inc) is a company
based in the State of Wisconsin in the United States
of America. It produces 12 models of AWP and holds
8 % of the American market. Created: 1945 Production
sites: 2 factories in Mayville and Beaver Dam Payroll
: 800 employees Turnover 1999 : 128 million dollars
of which 40% comes from the construction of scissor-lift
platforms.
MANITOU, A COMPLETE ANSWER FOR AERIAL WORK PLATFORMS
MANITOU, the only manufacturer to offer a complete
answer for aerial work platforms.
The range of MANITOU access platforms is the largest
on the market because it offers three solutions to
meet professional needs :
MANIACCESS, the motorised access platform consisting
of 31 models over 4 ranges including:
• the Manitou range of scissor lifts (13 models) :
o Electric scissor lifts:
65EX scissor lift, 75EX scissor lift, 80EX scissor
lift, 80ELX scissor lift, 100 ELX scissor lift,
10 ELX scissor lift and 120 ELX scissor lift
o Diesel scissor lifts :
100 DLX scissor lift, 120 DLX scissor lift, 145 DLX
scissor lift, 100 DLXS scissor lift,
120 DLXS scissor lift 145 DLXS scissor lift
• the range of vertical platforms:
80 V/VR, 105 VJ/VJR and the Scala
• the range of articulated platforms:
D80 ER aerial lift, 120 AE aerial lift, 120 TH aerial
lift, 150 ATS aerial lift, 150 ATT aerial lift, 150
AET aerial lift, 165 ATJ aerial lift, 170 ATT aerial
lift 171 AET aerial lift
the range of telescopic crawler platforms:
140 CTJ crawler platforms, 140 CT crawler platforms,
110 CTL crawler platforms, 170 CT crawler platforms
The telescopic truck (MANISCOPIC) with access aerial
platform The high level rotating truck (MRT) with
access platform
This comprehensive range of access platforms enables
the MANITOU group to offer an expert service in personnel
lifts. The reliability of its products, its range
which covers 100% of professional needs and its recognised
capabilities in goods handling give it a place as
a future market leader in the European market.
The high level rotating truck (MRT) with access
platform
MANIACCESS 145 DLX, scissor-lift rough terrain access
platform
Following the co-operative agreement with M.E.C.,
MANITOU is enlarging its range of access platforms
by offering a diesel series DLX. Combining excellent
mobility with efficient lifting power the 145 DLX
is the flagship model of the scissor-lift access
platform range.
This model is designed for rough terrain and has
four drive wheels, two steerable wheels with excellent
torque. Its oscillating rear axle and 28.6 cm ground
clearance enable it to drive easily on all types
of terrain. It has a Kubota 30 horse-power engine.
MANIACCESS 150 AET, telescopic, articulated, electric
access platform
Like the 105 VJR, the Maniaccess 150 AET is very
compact: 1.50 metres wide, 5.45 metres long and 1.95
metres high. Its small size enables it to be used
in narrow or congested areas. An oscillating steering
axle permits its use on uneven ground.
The 150 AET is a motorised articulated access platform
with three arms, one of which is telescopic. Its
maximum working height is 15 metres with an offset
of 8.90 metres. It has discontinuous rotation over
355°.
Its small size, three arms and the telescopic facility
enable it to work in a variety of job sites. The
large aluminium basket (1.20 metres x 0.80 metres),
with tilt facility and has 180° hydraulic rotation,
can carry 250 kg or 2 people and their equipment.
Ideal for use on confined sites, the 150 AET is the
answer to the needs of today's industry.
Genie
Adds New GS-3390 scissor lift to Line of Rough
Terrain Scissor Lifts
Tire options includea choice of either non-marking
or high floatation tires. The GS-3384 RT scissor
lift will still be available, though without the
oscillating axle. For more information on Genie’s
new
GS-3390 RT scissor lift, contact your local sales
representative, or
contact Genie directly at 1-800-536-1800.in response
to customer requests, Genie has added the GS-3390
RT scissor lift to its rought terrain (RT)
scissor line. The GS-3390 RT scissor lift features
high traction performance from
Genie’s exclusive oscillating axle and larger
tires.
Engineered for rough terrain scissor lifts, the oscillating
axle system features a dual mode oscillation system
and a rear split sensing axle.
Dual mode oscillation allows the axles to navigate
rough terrain while maintaining 4-wheel contact with
the ground and combines maximum traction and power
for driving when the platform is lowered. The tire
size has been significantly increased – the
GS-3390 RT scissor lift features 20% more tire-ground
contact in comparison to the GS-3384 RT scissor lift.
