Platform Elevator Saves Time and Frustration for Operators

Altec's 24-inch platform elevator optimizes operator reach within the work zone.

There are many challenges that come with line work, running the gamut from dangerous to inconvenient—or both. Possibly one of the biggest causes of headaches and wasted time, as well as potential safety concerns, is maneuvering between and behind phases on congested poles.

To solve this problem, Altec offers a 24-inch platform elevator, available on a wide variety of aerial devices, including the AA, AN, AM or TA models. It’s also available on ATM/ME/P/PE models.

Save Operators Valuable Time—and Frustration

It’s a common problem in crowded areas. An operator maneuvers up to the worksite, only to stop work and reposition the boom—or sometimes worse, the truck—to reach more challenging areas required of the job. In congested work areas where space is limited, time spent repositioning while minding the boom, the knuckle, potential traffic hazards and other constraints can add up quickly, causing lost time and frustrated operators.

With the 24-inch platform elevator, operators can reduce the time they spend readjusting the boom or truck. The elevator allows operators to move the platform up to 24 inches in a vertical plane without moving the boom, saving valuable time and frustration. The elevators also allow operators to approach the worksite at different angles and helps them reach the back side of a pole when necessary, increasing their range of work within this environment. The increased maneuverability also brings safety benefits, reducing the risk that operators consider attempting unsafe work practices possibly used previously with non-platform elevator aerials.

Don’t Sacrifice Space or Capacity

Since the goal of the platform elevator is to make it easier for operators to maneuver in the physical work environment, it was important to keep the elevator footprint as small as possible. The platform elevator is operated by a two-stage cylinder and fits within the confines of standard controls, which keeps the platform envelope compact—an important factor when working in highly congested areas.

See How the Platform Elevator Can Improve Efficiency and Safety for Your Team

For more information on the 24” platform elevator, reach out to your account manager or contact 1-877-GO-ALTEC.