Telehandler 360 – Manitou’s Newest Telehandler
With increased safety features, greater load capacity, and more stability in the cab, telehandler 360 offers improved reliability and performance. The cab’s pentagonal shape and other features like precision steering with boom lateral rigidity and frame levelling help make manoeuvring objects easier. Other control systems that boost telehandler 360’s performance include tilt correction and an engine speed limiter. Learn more 360telehandlertraining.co.uk
Manitou’s new lineup of Vision and Vision+ rotating telehandlers offer greater capacity at max height and boosted reach capabilities. With lift heights of up to 82 feet, they can handle a load up to 9,900 pounds. Their engines deliver between 75 and 116 horsepower. The new telehandlers also feature a cab with a gridless roof and reinforced structure, giving operators excellent in-cab visibility.
When equipped with a platform attachment, these telehandlers can act as MEWP (mobile elevating work platforms) and rough-terrain cranes. This 3-in-1 capability makes them a highly versatile machine, especially in difficult-to-reach areas.
Mastering the Telehandler 360: Techniques and Best Practices
The new JCB 555-210R rotary telehandler is easy to operate, with separate load monitoring and machine screens. This allows the operator to easily read and understand the information, plus a simple ‘hydraulics to go’ system for quick operation. From 28th March 2018, the CPCS A17D Telehandler (inc 360 slew) category is being replaced with the A77 Telescopic Handler (including 360 slew). Existing A17D cardholders will need to complete a 1 day CPCS A89 Rotating Telehandler Transitional Assessment to keep their A77 ticket. This involves a series of lift chart related theory questions and a practical assessment on the hoist rope/winch.
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