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What are Telehandlers?
Telehandlers (also known as a telescopic handler) is a piece of machinery that can take a range of attachments to suit the needs of its users. Most commonly, a forklift attachment is used throughout the construction, civil engineering and even agricultural industry. Telehandlers are used for everyday tasks to shift heavy loads to and from places that are difficult to reach. The telescopic arms that a telehandler uses can extend and retract so that you can lift, load and carry different loads to different areas of your worksite.
The most common tasks for a telehandler make use of forklift attachment which transforms the telehandler to a multi-functional tool that can add a lot of value to a worksite. Telehandlers are often used to move:
- Bricks
- Pallets
- Steel Stock/Bars
- Timber
- Sand
- Other construction materials
Different attachments
There is a range of attachments that telehandlers can use, each designed for a wide range of tasks. It might be confusing picking the right attachment. This is where working with a professional plant hire company, as they’ll have the knowledge and experience to help you find the attachment that’s suited for the job at hand.
The plant hire companies we work with only offer the best telehandler models that are used in their fleets for the durability and versatility that they offer. There are a few main types of telehandlers that are commonly available on the market. Not all telehandlers utilise the same features so it’s key when looking to hire your equipment, that you find the right tool for the job. Telehandlers offer a range of benefits since you have the capability of a crane as well as the functionality of a forklift if you use the right attachment.
Wide range of uses
Telehandlers are diverse pieces of equipment that can be used on a range of sites. There are a selection of telehandlers that make use of different steering models that are better suited for certain worksites. It will be up to you to decide which one is better geared for your needs. Certain 4-wheel drive models will be better suited for rough and uneven terrain.
Increased levels of safety:
Telehandlers can take up a huge amount of manual lifting on most worksites, making it much easier for workers to get the job done. Hiring a telehandler from a professional plant hire company will ensure that you’re either informed or working with an operator that will adhere to strict health and safety guidelines whilst operating the machinery.
There are also simple safety measures you can take on-site whilst using a telehandler to ensure you’re workers are kept safe. Checks like ensuring that the load of the telehandler does not exceed its maximum weight limit is important since an excessive load can cause instability of the machine and can cause it to tilt. All models of telehandlers will come with a maximum weight limit so you can easily discover if you’re at risk of overloading it.