Over the past ten years, telehandlers, also known as rough terrain variable reach forklifts, have surpassed the popularity of motorized mobile machines. These machines have become the gem of the construction industry and with excellent reason. These machinery are practical, versatile and really strong. Since some manufacturers and units has exploded over the last 5 years or so, there are presently a number of these machines readily available on the market.
The Telehandler is considered a Class 7 Powered Industrial Truck. Just in name, this description means it is a rough terrain forklift. Any of the similarities between a telehandler and a vertical mast type forklift literally ends on operation and on sight. There are some other significant differences between the two machinery discussed below.
A telehandler has an entirely different look because it is fitted with a horizontal boom rather than a vertical mast. From a distance, a telehandler with a jib attachment can resemble more of a mobile crane rather than a forklift. The boom is able to extend and retract or telescope to lengths of 30 feet and beyond depending on the specific model. The boom could also elevate to an angle from horizontal to approximately 70 degrees. Telehandlers have been referred to as "zoom booms" due to their ability to telescope. This name has become rather famous with the operators.
"Transaction" is another optional boom related function. Telehandlers which are outfitted with this alternative have a boom which is mounted on the chassis in such a way that when the operator activates it, the entire boom to travel back and forward, especially for distances up to eight feet or so. Among the main benefits of this function is that it enables the forks to be cleanly withdrawn from a cargo and the forks can be cleanly inserted underneath, regardless of the boom angle.
The construction industry have been changed by zoom booms. They are able to accomplish many tasks which used to take a lot more man-power and time to finish.