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Here you can find out more about our work with aerial work platforms and forklifts . We will show you how our machines make your projects easier and safer. We will also give you tips on correct handling, maintenance and the latest trends in the industry.

Technik

Wie viel Last und Höhe schafft ein Kran? Tragkraft und Reichweite der größten Krane - BIBERGER

How much load and height can a crane handle? Lifting capacity and reach of the largest cranes

A crane impresses with its sheer power – but what it can actually do is crucial: How much load can it lift? At what height does it remain stable? These questions are central to any construction site planning – from...

Technik

Achslast verstehen: Was zählt – und warum sie so wichtig ist - BIBERGER

Understanding axle load: What counts – and why it is so important

Anyone transporting construction equipment such as work platforms or forklifts cannot avoid one issue: axle load. Often underestimated, but crucial in practice – especially when heavy equipment is loaded onto trailers, trucks, or low-loaders. Here you can find out what...

Technik

Hubwagen erklärt: Alles zu Gewicht, Einsatz und Bauformen auf einen Blick - BIBERGER

Forklift truck explained: Everything about weight, use and designs at a glance

Pallet trucks are among the most widely used industrial trucks for internal transport. Whether in a warehouse, workshop, or outdoor use – almost nothing can be done without a pallet truck. However, not all pallet trucks are the same. Differences...

Technik

Die größten Gabelstapler, Arbeitsbühnen und Krane der Welt - BIBERGER

The world's largest forklifts, work platforms and cranes

Higher, heavier, further – lifting technology is no longer just about standard solutions. Certain industries require machines that push physical boundaries. Whether heavy industry , power plant construction , or offshore assembly – anyone working in these fields needs specialized...

Technik

E-Stapler im Mietalltag: So läuft’s rund mit der Batterie - BIBERGER

Electric forklifts in everyday rental business: How the battery works

Electric forklifts – or e-forklifts for short – have become an indispensable part of modern warehousing and logistics operations. They are quiet, emission-free , and perfect for use in warehouses or on clean floors. They are also playing an increasingly...

Technik

Der Plattformausschub: Mehr Reichweite ohne Umsetzen - BIBERGER

The platform extension: More reach without moving

Platform extensions are one of the most underestimated, yet extremely helpful, features on certain aerial work platforms. Especially with scissor lifts and telehandler attachments, they often make a decisive difference in practical use. In this article, you'll learn what platform...

Technik

Seitenschieber am Stapler: Wofür sind sie gut – und wann brauchst du einen? - BIBERGER

Sideshifters on forklifts: What are they good for – and when do you need one?

Do you want to save time, work more precisely, and move your pallets without having to move the entire forklift? Then a sideshifter is exactly what you need. What sounds like an accessory is actually a crucial efficiency factor –...

Technik

Kurzer oder langer Radstand? Einfluss auf Wendigkeit, Traktion & Lastverteilung - BIBERGER

Short or long wheelbase? Influence on maneuverability, traction, and load distribution

The wheelbase is one of the most important parameters for vehicles – whether bicycles, cars, construction machinery, forklifts , or work platforms . It describes the distance between the front and rear axles of a vehicle and has a direct...

Technik

Joystick Steuerung vs. Multifunktionssteuerung - Die Unterschiede - BIBERGER

Joystick control vs. multifunction control - The differences

Whether operating work platforms, forklifts, or warehouse machinery, the type of machine control determines how comfortable, safe, and precise work can be performed. Two systems are particularly common: the classic joystick control and the modern multifunction control. But which control...

Technik

Hydrostatischer Fahrantrieb: Alle Informationen zum Hydrostat Antrieb - BIBERGER

Hydrostatic drive: All information about the hydrostatic drive

Whether for tractors, forklifts or work platforms – the hydrostatic drive has established itself as a modern and powerful drive solution. Instead of a purely mechanical transmission, the power transmission here is hydraulic: A pump pressurizes hydraulic oil and thus...

Technik

Fehlerdiagnose und Fehlercodes bei Genie Arbeitsbühnen - BIBERGER

Troubleshooting and error codes for Genie work platforms

Modern Genie aerial work platforms are equipped with complex electronic control systems that enable precise and safe operation. However, as with any technology, errors can occur that affect ongoing operation and therefore safety. To minimize breakdowns and enable quick repairs,...

Ratgeber Technik

Stapler: Diesel oder Elektrostapler: Welcher Antrieb ist besser? - BIBERGER

Forklifts: Diesel or electric forklifts: Which drive is better?

When choosing the right forklift for your company, you're probably wondering whether a diesel or electric forklift is better suited. Both drive types offer specific advantages that can be crucial depending on the application . Diesel forklifts, equipped with robust...

Ratgeber Technik

Was tun, wenn die Arbeitsbühne stillsteht? Fehlerbehebung an Arbeitsbühnen - BIBERGER

What to do if the work platform stops? Troubleshooting work platforms

Have you rented or bought a work platform for the first time and nothing happens when you use it for the first time? This can be unsettling, but don't worry - it happens more often than you think and can...

Technik

Lochfahrschutz einer Scherenarbeitsbühne

The pothole protection on scissor lifts: We explain the safety feature

In one of our last articles, we discussed the various safety features of aerial work platforms . Today we'll focus on a particularly important feature of scissor lifts : the pothole protection . This function, which may seem inconspicuous at...

Ratgeber Technik

Maximale Steigfähigkeit: Sind Geländebühnen für jedes Terrain geeignet? - BIBERGER

Maximum climbing ability: Are off-road platforms suitable for every terrain?

Even on the most challenging surfaces, rough terrain platforms demonstrate their impressive climbing ability. In this article, we explore whether these robust machines are truly up to any terrain. We explain how rough terrain platforms handle steep slopes, rough terrain,...

Ratgeber Technik

Das bedeuten die Spezifikationen von Arbeitsbühnen

This is what the specifications of work platforms mean

Work platforms have become indispensable tools in many industries when it comes to carrying out work at heights. However, before you rent a work platform , you should familiarize yourself with the key technical specifications. These include working height, basket...

Sicherheit Technik

Der Notablass: Funktion und Lage des Notablasses - BIBERGER

The emergency release: How the most important emergency function works

What should you do if the platform stops responding, but the cage is still 25 meters high? Activate the emergency lowering device? This safety feature ensures that you can safely return to the ground in an emergency – even if...

Technik

Steuerelemente bei Arbeitsbühnen: So funktioniert die Steuerung - BIBERGER

Control elements on work platforms: How the control works

To operate a mobile elevating work platform safely, you need to know more than just a few levers. Every platform – whether scissor lift, telescopic boom lift, or articulated boom lift – has its own control logic. And this is...

Sicherheit Technik

Lastdiagramme verstehen und anwenden: Ein praktischer Leitfaden - BIBERGER

Understanding and Using Load Diagrams: A Practical Guide

Load charts are an indispensable tool in the field of lifting and moving loads. They guide you safely through the complex requirements and ensure safe and efficient execution of lifting operations. In this guide, we'll explain the basics, introduce the...

Ratgeber Technik

Staplerarten: Welche gibt es und wo setzt man sie ein? - BIBERGER

Types of forklifts: Which ones are there and where are they used?

Forklifts, rough terrain forklifts , mast forklifts or pallet trucks - these terms are familiar to many of us and are often associated with material transport. But did you know that there are many other types of forklifts? And more...

Technik

Arbeitsbühnenantriebe im Vergleich: Diesel vs. Elektro vs. Hybrid - BIBERGER

Comparison of aerial work platform drives: diesel vs. electric vs. hybrid

The aerial work platform industry is experiencing remarkable diversity, making the selection of suitable equipment complex. Beyond basic factors like size and lifting height, the choice of drive system is a critical aspect that significantly influences the efficiency and success...