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The access platform is the safest and most efficient way of working at height. It can be used in numerous applications, from office buildings to construction sites, airports, and many more. However, in recent years, high population density, pollution and the climate change agenda has increased demand for emission reducing products.

The four new platform models in the Manitou electric range take advantage of the performance and optimised conditions of use offered by electrification and accelerates the roll-out of the manufacturer’s “Oxygen” low emissions range. The 200 ATJe rough-terrain platform (with a working height of 20 metres) is now available with four-wheel steer for greater manoeuvrability and a basket that can now take 250kg of load, 30kg more than on the two-wheel drive version. The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is reduced, with an almost 50% decrease in maintenance costs compared to the internal combustion version.

More than one day of use

The range of rough-terrain electric telehandlers also welcomes two models, the 160 ATJe and 180 ATJe. With a working height of 16 and 18 metres respectively, these platforms also see their capacity increased by 50kg, with a basket that can take a total weight of 250kg. Moreover, the 160 ATJ+e has a significantly increased capacity of 400kg but can easily get around obstacles and work at heights, even in the most remote areas. Thanks to an articulated telescopic boom, these models offer great precision of movement, allowing you to position yourself easily in the work area. Their compactness and off-road capability also make them an ideal solution for driving outdoors on uneven, muddy, or sandy ground.

The ATJe platforms guarantee more than one day of use in intensive mode. In addition, thanks to the integrated multi-voltage charger, the machines are easily recharged. A range extender solution is also presented in the form of a removable generator common to all the machines, allowing for a week of autonomy.

Keeping you safe

As safety is at the heart of Manitou Group’s mission, the 160, 180 and 200 ATJe models come with a Safety Pack, protecting the operator and the site teams, as well as alerting fleet managers to any high-risk behaviour. The pack includes forgotten harness detection and detection of obstacles around the machine’s chassis. A Lighting Pack ensures the utmost safety for platform loading and unloading operations with a number of lights positioned on the platform to see and be seen.

Arnaud Boyer, VP of Marketing & Product Development adds: “Manitou Group is the first manufacturer to have a range of 100% electric rough-terrain platforms from 16 to 20m. The acceleration of our electric development allows us to now offer lowemission solutions across our platform ranges, as well as on our telehandlers”.

The new Manitou electric machines operate on any terrain, indoors and outdoors. They can also be used in full electric or hybrid mode, to adapt to the needs of each site. The noise reduction also allows you to extend or modulate your working hours.

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Qr Code System

AFI-Rentals has launched a new smart QR Code System to allow customers to quickly and easily off-hire their rental equipment using the camera on their phone, without having to sign into their AFI account. The unique QR codes, which are placed clearly on each machine, provide direct links to information specific to the machine.

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Lifting Webinars

A fresh programme of free-to-view, hour long, sector-specific webinars hosted by the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) will roll out throughout 2023. Each will delve into safety issues and best practice surrounding lifting, as well as feature guest industry speakers with expertise in the relevant sectors.

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Scissor Lift

Access rental specialist Levels Above has invested in four LGMG SS0507E scissor lifts supplied by Access Platforms with a maximum working height of 6.3metres. The lifts are designed to be particularly effective in constrained space, both indoors or outdoors with a zero turning radius and electric drive system.

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Spider Platform

A Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 Performance IIIS spider platform supplied by Access Platforms has impressed Morris’s Ground Maintenance, helping them clear 40 ash dieback infected trees from around Tregrug Castle. The lightweight machine has a maximum working height of 17.06m and maximum horizontal outreach of 7.5m.

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Boom Lifts

The Genie 4m platform for boom lifts is now available for use on the Genie S-45 XC, S-65 XC and S-85 XC boom lifts. The platform adds more than 60% additional room in the platform, boosting jobsite efficiency. The upgrade means the machines can take up to two workers to height and deliver a 272kg lift capacity.

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Electric Scissorlift

HSS Hire has ordered an additional 100 Sinoboom, all electric, 1932ME Scissor Lifts, from Pinnacle Platforms. The lifts have a 5.8m platform height, 25’ working height and are mounted on a 32” chassis to optimise manoeuvrability in the tightest of spaces. The machines are powered by four 6v AGM maintenance-free batteries, driven by an electric DC motor.

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Crawler Crane Boom Insert

Following customer feedback, Manitowoc has brought out a Wide Boom Plus insert kit for its MLC300 VPCMAX lattice-boom crawler crane. The updated attachment offers a maximum boom length of 429.8 ft (131m), with a tip height of 452.2 ft with the extended upper boom point. The extra 30% capacity allows operators to lift heavier loads.

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