Ranging from smaller, 1t models, to larger machines that can lift 4t or more, telehandlers are designed to fulfill a variety of roles across a job site. The most common job these machines are hired for is picking and moving pallets or heavy loads from the ground to higher locations, where a forklift or other machinery can't lift to.
Because of the long boom arm, telehandlers are able to lift items and heavy loads into high locations that forklifts can't angle loads into. This is particularly prevalent inside warehouses where there may be storage in some high locations, but the area around that location is cluttered or inaccessible at ground level. Or lifting heavy items over a second floor balcony of a house or unit.
Aside from lifting pallets and heavy loads into higher storage locations, telehandlers are also great for being a versatile machine on farms. Thanks to the multiple different attachments and variants, telehandlers are great at fulfilling different roles in agriculture. From collecting hay bales to move grain and feed around a barn, these machines are a fantastic choice when you need an all-in-one solution.
Of course, one of the common requirements for telehandler hire is that the machine can operate in a mixture of terrains. This is why most makes and models are now all-terrain. While there are some models that are suited for only indoor work, you'll find most hire companies only stock all-terrain models. Of course, this isn't really an issue, as you'll be able to utilise your chosen telehandler in any terrain. Saving you money of having to hire multiple machines to complete a single job.
Unlike a lot of heavy machinery, telehandlers have an extremely wide range of hire length options. In fact, you can even find some places that will offer telehandler hire for as long as 5 years! Obviously you may not want to hire it for this long, so you'll need to discuss with your chosen hire company to work out what hire term options they have for you.
Not sure what telehandler is right for you? Hire companies have years of experience hiring and maintaining their telehandlers and understand what each model they have is capable of. They will be able to direct you to the correct model and suggest any attachments that will make your job easier as well. Contact your local telehandler hire company to discover your options today.
