Improve Efficiency and Safety with New Quick-Attach Aluminum Platform

Altec is committed to providing our customers with the equipment they need to work more safely and efficiently without sacrificing performance. Altec is pleased to launch the new quick-attach aluminum platform for dual-rated products.

Compatible with the AC40E-152S, the AC45E-127S, and the upcoming AC65E-155S, the two-man platform offers customers improved rigidity and ease of installation while reducing weight to allow for additional unit payload. This new platform maintains the traditional capacity of 1,200 pounds when used on the AC40E and AC65E and 800 pounds when used on the AC45E.

“This platform was designed based on direct feedback from our customers,” said Zak Hilliard, Altec Cranes market manager. “We believe they will enjoy the increased durability and ease of use of this platform, while maintaining valuable machine capacity.”

Platform quick-attach system improves customer experience

All Altec Dual Rated Products feature the improved quick-attach system for pinning on the platform to the boom tip or jib tip. This system features a single pin that is installed for secondary retention to further increase the strength of the system and aid in quick installation.

Integrated kickstand for easy installation

To further improve jobsite safety and aid in simple installation, the new quick-attach system features an integrated kickstand built into the platform yoke. The kickstand is easily deployed to not only balance the platform before attaching it to the boom, but also to place the yoke at the ideal height for quickly lining it up with the boom tip.

Increase operator safety with optional lanyard interlock

All platforms on Altec Dual Rated Products can be upfitted with the optional Lanyard Interlock System designed to promote safe operation. This system takes dual rated product safety to the next level by sensing whether the operator has their lanyard attached to the platform. If the operator is not tied off, the system will alarm and disable upper controls.

To keep operators from attempting to bypass the lanyard detect system, Altec engineered an anti-tie down function with electronic sensors that help prevent the use of shortcuts to permanently defeat the system.

To learn more about the platform, call 1-877-GO ALTEC or contact your account manager.