Telehandlers in the last decade, is also referred to as variable reach rough terrain lift truck, has gained great popularity within the material handling business. With excellent reason, these specific machines have become the gem of the construction business. These kinds of machines are versatile, really strong and practical. As several manufacturers and units has exploded over the past 5 years or so, there are currently a number of these machinery readily offered on the market.
The Telehandler is considered a Class 7 Powered Industrial Truck. Just in name, this description means it is a rough terrain lift truck. Any of the similarities between a vertical mast type of forklift and a telehandler literally ends on sight and on operation. There are some other significant distinctions between the two equipment discussed below.
Compared to a vertical mast, a telehandler has a completely different look because it is designed with a horizontal boom. A telehandler with a jib attachment from a distance can look more like a crane rather than a forklift. The boom can retract and extend or telescope as long as 30 feet and beyond which depends on the specific unit. 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 popular with the operators.
"Transaction" is another optional boom related function. Telehandlers that are equipped with this alternative have a boom that is mounted on the chassis in such a way that when the operator starts it, the entire boom to travel back and forward, specifically for distances up to eight feet or so. One of the main benefits of this function is that it enables the forks to be cleanly withdrawn from a load and the forks can be cleanly inserted under, regardless of the boom angle.
The construction industry have been changed by zoom booms. They could accomplish many jobs which used to take much more time and man-power to do.