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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...

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...

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...

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,...

When choosing the right forklift for your company, you will certainly ask yourself whether a diesel forklift or an electric forklift is better for you. Both types of drive offer specific advantages that can be decisive depending on the area...

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...

In one of our last articles we looked at the varioussafety features of aerial work platforms . Today we would like to focus on a specific safety element: the pothole protection on scissor lifts. This unobtrusive feature plays a key...

Even on the most demanding surfaces, off-road platforms demonstrate their impressive climbing ability. In this article, we examine whether these robust machines can really cope with any terrain. We explain how off-road platforms deal with steep slopes, rough terrain and...

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...

In our last post, we looked in detail at the safety devices on aerial work platforms . Today, we will focus on a particular aspect of these safety devices: the emergency lowering mechanisms. These are crucial for the safe and...

Operating aerial work platforms requires a thorough understanding of the various controls required to operate the equipment safely and efficiently. Whether it is a scissor lift, articulated boom lift or telescopic boom lift, each platform has a specific control console...

When it comes to lifting and moving loads, load diagrams are an indispensable tool. They guide you safely through the complex requirements and ensure that lifting operations are carried out safely and efficiently. In this guide, we'll explain the basics,...

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...

There is a remarkable diversity in the aerial work platform industry, which makes selecting the right equipment complex. Beyond the basic factors such as size and lifting height, the choice of drive is a critical aspect that has a significant...