Penticton Zoom Boom Training

Penticton Zoom Boom Training - Zoom Boom Training focuses on correctly training prospective operators on variable reach forklifts. The training goals consist of gaining the understanding of the machine's physics and to be able to define the tasks of the operator. This course adheres to North American safety standards for lift trucks. Zoom boom training and certification is available at our site or at the company's location, provided there are a minimum number of trainees. Certification given upon successful completion is valid for three years.

A telescopic handler (otherwise known as a telehandler) is similar in some ways to both a forklift and a crane. It is a versatile equipment constructed together with a telescopic boom which could lift upwards and extend forward. Various attachments could be fitted on the end of the boom, such as pallet forks, bucket, muck grab or lift table. It is popular in industry and agriculture settings.

Telehandlers are most normally used together with the fork attachment in order to shuttle loads. The units have the advantage that they could reach places not accessible to regular forklifts. Telehandlers can remove palletized loads from within a trailer and placing them on high places such as rooftops. For some applications, they could be more efficient and practical as opposed to a crane.

While lifting loads which are heavy, the telehandler might experience some unsteadiness. As the boom is extended too far with a load, the machine would become more unstable. Counterweights in the rear help, but do not solve the problem. When the working radius increases, the lifting capacity quickly decreases. Some machinery come together with front outriggers which extend the lifting capacity when the machine is stationary.

A load chart helps the operator to determine whether a given load is too heavy. Factors like load weight, boom angle and height are calculated. Several telehandlers have sensors that provide a warning or cut off further control if the unit is in danger of destabilizing.

Click to Download the pdf