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In 2010, MEC's Titan Boom 40-S was awarded the highest honor in the Original Equipment Manufacturer category, and Niftylift's Sustained Involuntary Operation Prevention System (SiOPS) Equipment ranked first in the Support Products and Services category. They also were recognized as Gold Winners for their respective categories.
The following information provides details on these two products, as well as comments (in quotes) from the 14 judges, including the Lift and Access staff. Read the complete LLEAP Awards coverage in the November-December issue of Lift and Access.
Original Equipment Manufacturer
MEC Titan Boom 40-S
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The Titan Boom combines the capabilities from three types of equipment. It has an unrestricted capacity that is comparable to most telehandlers, a deck size of the largest double-deck scissor lifts, and the reach and platform rotation of a boom lift. With these three characteristics, the Titan Boom 40-S addresses situations found on many multistory construction sites where a telehandler is used to hold materials in the air while an aerial work platform works alongside it.
To load materials, side-mounted gates open to accept a 72-inch fork carriage, and materials weighing up to 3,000 pounds can be placed and secured in the central load zone. With the unit loaded with materials, up to four workers and tools weighing up to 1,000 pounds also can enter the platform through the rear personnel entry gate and clip their harnesses and lanyards onto either of two stainless steel wire ropes that run low along the whole platform length for full mobility. The Titan Boom travels at 4 mph at a stowed height and is automatically reduced to 0.5 mph when elevated. Drive and steer functions work up to the 30 feet of elevation with no restrictions. A toggle switch easily deploys the two stabilizers for platform heights of 30 feet and above.
The three-section telescopic boom uses hydraulic cylinders for synchronized extension, avoiding maintenance often required with chains or wire ropes. The slider boom, which supports the carriage, is automatically leveled. It also provides a powered translation to the carriage, which acts as a powered platform extension that positions the long side of the platform beyond the boom when the platform is rotated and makes for compact dimensions when stowed. The carriage houses a large swing bearing, which supports the 22'x7.5' platform and provides 180˚ of rotation.
With the combination of the long platform coupled with the telescoping range and slider boom, a horizontal distance of 55 feet can be covered at a height of 22 feet with the machine stationary and parallel to the work surface. The deck features a non-skid metal surface, and operators can enjoy AC power on the platform. Fully proportional controls provide smooth operation of all boom and drive functions. In addition to the stainless steel wire ropes that run the length of the platform, 12 lanyard attachment points keep personnel connected at all times.
At the base of the machine, oscillating front and rear axles offer up to 10° frame-leveling on each side. The Titan Boom 40-S allows for 18-inch ground clearance. Tires are foam-filled R4 lug tread tires. For serviceability, large swing module doors allow for access to all components and onboard diagnostics. Numbered wiring provides for easy reference.
The machine has three steering modes: two-wheel steer, four-wheel steer, and crab steer, which allows the machine to be angled to the work area but can drive parallel alongside it. The inside turning radius is 8 feet. Four-wheel drive is accomplished through the use of a Kubota V-2403T turbocharged diesel engine, which drives a 45cc hydrostatic drive pump coupled to 35cc two-speed drive motors. The combination of this package, when driving through 56:1 reduction planetary drives, produces a gradeability of 40 percent.
Optional features include continuous flashing beacon, air line to the platform, platform control box cover, panel cradle package, multiple types of generators, non-marking tires, glazier and pipe carrier kits, and one- or two-year extended warranties.
"Biggest platform work area and well designed. Requires big area for maneuverability."
"A truly new product is rare in the aerial industry—this one is truly innovative."
"Unique capability with pivoting platform and large capacity."