Get More Out of Your Digger Derrick with These Available Add-On Features

Altec Parts offers savings up to 25 percent when you add on a remote control system or a platform to your derrick. Maximizing your system’s functionality is critical to optimizing your time spent at the job site. Both of these systems require very little, if any, modification to your existing unit configuration.

Radio Control Kits

Altec radio controls allow complete control of all derrick functions including pole guide, winch and digger from any location at the job site. When attached to a platform, the radio unit can be used as upper controls without running mechanical controls to the boom tip, allowing a greater boom capacity and smaller working envelope.

Some additional features of adding a remote control:

  • Allows operator to be very close to their work
  • Interlock features, which include push-to-operate boom controllers with tilt prevention capabilities
  • Includes unique programming, which allows transmitter to only operate with matching receiver

Radio control kits are available on most derrick models, including the following current models:*

D4050B
D4055B
D4060B
D4065B
DB37
DL42B
*Radio Controls are available on most derrick models.

 

To find out if your unit is remote control compatible, contact an Altec Parts expert at 1-877 GO Altec.

Platform Add-On Kits

Adding a platform to your unit greatly increases your jobsite performance by increasing the type of work functions your unit can perform. Platforms can be stowed parallel to your unit when not in use and will not interfere with any derrick functions. When installed with a liner, your derrick can instantly become an insulating aerial device to potentially eliminate the need for additional equipment at the job site.

Some additional features of adding a a platform:

  • Multiple platform mounting tube options allow for mounting on either side of platform or multiple platforms at once
  • 24×24 inch or 24×30 inch platform configurations available
  • Gravity leveling system allows ease of installation with no hydraulic connections
  • When used with a remote control system, platforms can be added to derricks built without upper controls

Platform kits come with platform, mounting bracket/brake assembly and placards. The platform add-on option is available on all Altec derrick models.

For replacement parts, Call 1-877 GO ALTEC or visit https://connect.altec.com/store to order your kits today.

Altec is a leading equipment and service provider for the electric utility, telecommunications, contractor, lights and signs, and tree care markets. The company provides products and services in more than 100 countries throughout the world.

Need Help? Please contact us at 1-877-GO ALTEC, option 1.

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