The remote also gives the operator full sight of what they’ re doing by standing closer to the workspace, and that proximity allows them to have conversations with their coworkers in the area, further improving jobsite awareness and safety.
“ We’ re able to watch the rotator, as well as the work being done,” Propson stated.“ It’ s given us the ability to get rid of any blind spots like on this recent build where the entire back screen porch was a total blind spot if you were an operator from a cab. It takes out the guesswork and all the hand signals and the chance for miscommunication.”
A Reliable Foundation At the end of the day, the Manitou rotating telehandler was the best solution for Propson Construction’ s recent build, and Propson knows it will continue to provide the performance the company needs for other projects. It also provides flexibility because the machine is legal to drive on the road and features lights for safety so it can be moved easily between jobsites within a 10- to 15-mile radius without needing to be loaded on a trailer.
Propson also gives high marks to the support from Ideal Crane Rental.“ With Ideal Crane as a partner, we’ re not worried about if we have an issue, will they fix it?” he said.“ They have always given us good support and that builds us up.”
Ultimately, for Propson the rotating telehandler is a capstone of the company’ s business.“ We rely on it,” he said.“ Without it, can we build a house? Yes. Do we want to build a house without it? No.”
The Manitou rotating telehandler is often used by Propson Construction to play three roles in one by serving as a material handler, a work platform and a jib.
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