If there is one thing that defines the construction industry, it is flexibility and speed. Among the arsenal of machines used in construction and allied sectors, one stands out for its adaptability and multifunctionality: the telehandler, also known as a telescopic handler. Used across various sectors, telehandlers are known for their versatility in handling numerous activities proficiently.
From lifting and handling material and getting work done at heights , telehandlers can perform a range of tasks that traditional forklifts cannot, making telehandlers invaluable on construction and allied sites across the globe.
About Telehandlers
Telehandlers, also referred to as telescopic handlers, are essential Construction Equipment machines employed numerous sites for their multifunctionality and effectiveness. These machines feature a telescopic arm that can be raised and extended forward and upward, enabling it to lift, pick , place , transfer, and position bulky material with ease.
Its versatility is further enhanced by the many attachments that can be easily mounted on it using a simple Q-Fit, which makes it a perfect machine for performing various tasks, including lifting, loading, grabbing andaccessing difficult-to-reach areas. Due to this versatility, telehandlers are widely used in construction, agriculture, and industrial applications and make these operations more efficient.
Types Of Attachments for Telehandlers
Here are different attachments which can be used with the Telehandler machines:
1. Forks
One of the most common types of attachments for a telehandler is the pallet fork attachment. Because these forks are used for lifting and moving pallets, these are very useful in places such as warehouses and construction sites.
The tines of pallet forks are adjustable, which means that this equipment can carry loads of different sizes and dimensions. Their main application is to swifty move material without any damage.
2. Buckets & Shovels
Buckets are another popular attachment that many construction equipment machines use. These buckets are tailored to be used for different material and tasks:
General-purpose buckets: Used for picking up and loading loose materials such as soil, sand, gravel, and others.
Grapple buckets; Equipped with extra hooks for holding large or odd-shaped objects like logs, garbage, or debris.
Concrete mixing buckets: Enable the operator to mix and dispense concrete at the construction site, thereby saving time in construction projects.
By adding buckets, the telehandler becomes more versatile, in handling load.
3. Jibs and Cranes
When it comes to handling and moving large loads vertically, jib and crane hook attachments are essential. These attachments enable your telehandler to convert into a mini crane that can lift beams, trusses, and other large materials.
Telescopic jibs offer extra length and manoeuvrability, which are useful characteristics for positioning loads in difficult-to-access locations. These attachments are particularly essential when working on construction projects that involve moving massive materials to higher sections of a building.
4. Work Platforms or Man Platforms
Work platforms, sometimes referred to as Man baskets, connect to the telehandler to offer the operator's personnel a secure working area that is elevated. These platforms are essential for tasks like maintenance, repairs, and installation work at height.
They come with features that ensure the safety of the workers. Work platforms transform a telehandler into a multi-functional aerial platform, eliminating the need for hoists or scaffolding and ensuring a safe working condition for the operators.
5. Unloading Rake
Unloading Rakes are attachments used for unloading material from a long trailer or ISO container. The unloading rake attachment extends the reach of the telehandler, allowing easy unloading of loose material such as scrap, soil, wood chips, agricultural and building waste.
6. Concrete Skip Bucket
The concrete Skip bucket can increase your job site efficiency by reducing the amount of time and personnel that are required to get concrete materials to elevated sites.
7. Bale Clamp
The bale clamp attachment is used in the agriculture industry, making it easy to lift, move and stack hay or straw bales.