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CAN-Bus und J1939-Diagnose bei Baumaschinen - BIBERGER

CAN bus and J1939 diagnostics in construction machinery

Modern construction machinery is now highly networked systems. Sensors, control units and safety modules communicate with each other constantly – and this happens via the so-called CAN bus . The CAN bus is essentially the nervous system of every modern...

Technik & Funktion

3D arm on aerial work platforms: Technology, advantages and model codes at a glance

The so-called 3D arm – also known as a 3D basket arm , pendulum basket arm , or hybrid jib – is a state-of-the-art feature for aerial work platforms. Its three-axis mobility allows for particularly precise work in hard-to-reach areas....

Technik & Funktion

Pendulum axles simply explained: Function, safety and maintenance for platforms and forklifts

Oscillating axles are a crucial component of modern work platforms , telehandlers , and off-road vehicles. They ensure that machines remain stable and can operate safely even on uneven surfaces . In this guide, we explain the technology, safety requirements,...

Technik & Funktion

Lastschwerpunkt einfach erklärt – Definition, Bedeutung & Praxis - BIBERGER

Load center simply explained – definition, meaning & practice

The load center of gravity is a key issue in industrial trucks. Whether it's a forklift, telehandler, or aerial work platform, it determines safety, load capacity, and stability . Understanding it helps you work more efficiently and reduce risks. What...

Technik & Funktion

Non-marking-Reifen & Alternativen für Teleskopstapler: Keine Spuren, keine Probleme

Non-marking tires & alternatives for telehandlers: No marks, no problems

Not every floor forgives marks. Whether in the production hall, during trade fair setup, or in sensitive indoor areas: Anyone working with heavy machinery needs to know what's happening beneath the tires . Because conventional industrial tires can quickly leave...

Technik & Funktion

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

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

Anyone who transports heavy machinery such as work platforms, telehandlers or scissor lifts has to deal with one central issue: the axle load . It determines the legality, safety, and service life of transport vehicles. This guide will teach you...

Technik & Funktion

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 the most commonly used industrial trucks for internal transport. Whether in a warehouse, workshop, or outdoor use – the right design determines speed, safety, and cost. Here you'll learn exactly what types are available, what to consider...

Technik & Funktion

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 & Funktion

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 & Funktion

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

Forklift sideshift: functions, advantages, prices, maintenance

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 & Funktion

Das Raupenfahrwerk einfach erklärt – Vorteile, Einsatzbereiche, Maschinen - BIBERGER

Crawler Tracks: The Complete Guide to Selection, Use, and Cost

Where wheels reach their limits, tracks show their strengths. On mud, slopes, or sensitive surfaces, the tracked chassis provides traction, stability, and low ground pressure. Here you'll find everything you need to know: operating principle, variants, advantages and disadvantages, areas...

Technik & Funktion

Hubhöhe verstehen: So wählst du das richtige Gerät - BIBERGER

Understanding lifting height: How to choose the right device

Whether in a warehouse, construction site, or industrial environment – whenever loads need to be lifted, there's no getting around a lifting device. But which one is right for you? Sometimes the lifting height determines how far you can actually...

Technik & Funktion

Was gilt als Geländestapler? Merkmale, Einsatzbereiche und Abgrenzung - BIBERGER

What is considered an off-road forklift? Characteristics, areas of application, and definition

Rough-terrain forklifts are used where conventional industrial forklifts quickly reach their limits . Unpaved surfaces, inclines, loose bulk materials, or changing terrain – moving pallets or materials here requires more than just load capacity. But when do you actually call...

Technik & Funktion

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

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

Wheelbase is one of the key parameters in vehicle construction – whether for forklifts , aerial work platforms , or other construction machinery. It describes the distance between the front and rear axles and directly influences maneuverability, driving stability, and...

Technik & Funktion

Joystick or multifunction control: Which is better?

Whether for aerial work platforms, forklifts, or warehouse equipment – the type of machine control determines safety, precision, and comfort. The classic joystick control and the modern multifunction control are particularly common. But which system is suitable for which application?...

Technik & Funktion

Hydrostatischer Fahrantrieb: Alle Informationen zum Hydrostat Antrieb - BIBERGER

Hydrostatic drive: Function, advantages and areas of application

Whether for forklifts , work platforms , tractors, or construction machinery – the hydrostatic drive is considered a modern, high-performance drive solution today. Instead of gears and clutches, power is transmitted hydraulically. This enables stepless driving , precise control, and...

Technik & Funktion

Stage V Motoren: Was bedeutet die Abgasnorm für die Baubranche? - BIBERGER

Stage V engines: What does the emissions standard mean for the construction industry?

The Stage V emissions standard has been in force since 2019 and affects all diesel-powered machines in the construction and industrial sectors. But what does this mean specifically for companies that work with aerial work platforms , forklifts , and...

Technik & Funktion

Wendekreis verstehen: So wählst du das passende Gerät - BIBERGER

Understanding the turning circle: How to choose the right device

The turning circle is an often underestimated but crucial factor in the selection of aerial work platforms and forklifts. It determines how much space a machine requires for maneuvering and thus directly influences its application possibilities —especially in tight or...

Technik & Funktion

Arbeitsbühnen mit Kran versetzen? Das musst du zum Thema "kranbar" wissen - BIBERGER

Moving work platforms with a crane? What you need to know about "craneable"

Crane-mounted work platforms are indispensable on many construction sites – especially when access via ramps, driveways, or driveways is not possible. Steep slopes, height differences, or narrow courtyards often make moving by crane the only practical solution. It's important to...

Fehlerdiagnose & Wartung Technik & Funktion

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

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

You want to get started, but your aerial work platform isn't responding? This is a common scenario – especially with rental equipment or during its first use. The good news: In most cases, it's not a defect, but a simple...

Technik & Funktion

Arbeitshöhe vs. Plattformhöhe: Das ist der Unterschied? - BIBERGER

Working height vs. platform height: What's the difference?

Anyone looking to rent or use a mobile elevating work platform will quickly come across two terms in the technical specifications: platform height and working height . Both are crucial – but not the same thing. And if you confuse...

Technik & Funktion

Boom Lift, Scissor Lift oder Cherry Picker: das bedeuten die englischen Arbeitsbühnen-Begriffe - BIBERGER

Boom Lift, Scissor Lift or Cherry Picker: these are the English terms for work platforms

In the aerial work platform industry, you'll often encounter terms like "boom," "scissor," and "cherry picker." These terms are widely used, but their exact meaning sometimes remains unclear. In this article, we clarify what lies behind the English names: What...

Technik & Funktion

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

In one of our last articles, we introduced the various safety features of aerial work platforms . Today, we're focusing on a particularly important feature of scissor lifts: the pothole guard . This seemingly inconspicuous device is a key component...

Technik & Funktion

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

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

Steep slopes, soft ground, or uneven terrain – wherever conventional machines reach their limits, all-terrain aerial work platforms with high gradeability excel. But what exactly does this value mean, and why is it so crucial in practice? This article explains...

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