9/20/23
Tour the JLG® High-Capacity 2733 Telehandler
The JLG® high-capacity 2733 telehandler helps you lower project costs by delaying or eliminating the need for wheel loaders in certain applications. Its 26,600-lb capacity allows it to tackle heavy loads, while advanced technology and a best-in-class cab enhance the operator experience. Watch the video to see how this telehandler brings more versatility to industries like construction, wind, oil and gas, mining and more.
Get the full specs at https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment/tele..
9/16/23
Telehandlers Pick-and-Carry in Wind Industry Applications
Working at height is part of the job for wind-energy technicians, who spend much of their workday suspended hundreds of feet above the ground; equally important is lifting and placing materials during the construction of the wind turbine structures.
For decades, JLG has designed and developed equipment dedicated to helping its customers enhance worksite productivity and safety for a variety of industries, including, fairly recently, the wind-energy industry.
Particularly for the wind industry, JLG offers its high-capacity telehandler line, which includes its JLG® 1644, 1732 and 2733 models, for picking and carrying heavy loads around a work site.
INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
In general, telehandlers are used for lifting and placing materials. On a general construction site, the primary spec people are interested in a telehandler’s reach so they know how high they can lift and place a load.
In the wind sector, height is also important — but, capacity is the primary spec as it determines how much a telehandler can pick and carry per load. JLG’s high-capacity telehandler line, which complements the company’s traditional telehandler line, is used in industries, such as wind, where operators frequently move very heavy objects.
For example, in wind-farm construction, if the operator wants to move one of the blades, or a piece of the tower, that’s where a high-capacity telehandler would be used. It might come on a truck. The telehandler then unloads it before moving it to the area where it’s needed.
Even though JLG began focusing on the wind industry in 2017 with the introduction of its high-capacity telehandler line, the company’s expertise with other industries laid the groundwork for success.
JLG’s high-capacity telehandler line was designed for the wind-energy and related markets, including oil and gas. You’re going to find the company’s traditional telehandlers on just about every job site where materials are lifted and placed. There was a market in wind for high-capacity telehandlers specifically. It’s a niche market for the brand.
And, you’ll find JLG MEWPs (mobile elevating work platforms), articulating and telescoping boom lifts; electric- and hydraulic-drive scissor lifts; portable personal vertical lifts; low-level access solutions; and telehandlers, in that market as well, doing maintenance on existing structures.
MORE THAN WIND
Although the wind industry has a history of its technicians working at height, JLG’s focus is not dedicated solely to the wind. Industries like oil and gas, steel erection, industrial construction and mining also present unique challenges to equipment operators. With a wide range of specialized attachments, JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers can adapt to demanding job sites and replace other traditional machines. Plus, their ability to handle heavy, bulky loads makes them ideal for performing maintenance on other machines in the equipment fleet.
As the company continues to offer equipment solutions for working at height across the globe, it will continue to improve upon its product line in conjunction with the needs of these marketplaces.
And as far as the wind industry goes, JLG will keep working closely with that constantly growing market, keeping an eye on the wind industry to identify unmet needs and then innovating to evolve the brand’s equipment offerings to deliver solutions that meet those needs.
To learn more about JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers, click here.
9/14/23
Talking Torque on the Genie® GTH™- 844®
GTH-844 74HP OPTION
- Right-side mount engine provides enhanced visibility
- Ergonomic operator’s station features tiltable steering wheel, single-lever joystick control, and new gauge and switch packages.
- Standard Dana Axels
- Standard features include: a Quick-Attach system, low-profile tires, fenders (set of 4), rigging storage compartment, and lift shackle at boom tip
- Proportional frame-leveling chassis — pick up or place loads on up to 10˚ side slopes
- Multi-function proportional joystick control for fast, precise load positioning
- Three selectable steering modes: front-wheel, coordinated and crab steer
- Power-assisted steering
- Turbocharged diesel engine
- 3-speed forward and reverse Powershift transmission
- High-efficiency/variable displacement hydraulic pump
- ROPS/FOPS canopy (ISO compliant)
- High output LED light package options
- Rear Proximity Alarm options
9/11/23
Commonly Used Forklift Attachments
Commonly used fork lift attachments typically include a wide variety of attachments that serve a wide variety of purposes. This article will discuss a few of the more common examples which include side shifters, carton clamps, slip sheet attachments, multipurpose clamps, carpet poles, fork conditioners, roll clamps, and many more. Once you have finished this article you will have a thorough knowledge of each of these add-on parts.
The side shifter is one of the more commonly used fork lift attachments and it is a hydraulic attachment that allows for the lateral movement of the forks and backrest. This way the operator may place a load without having to move the truck in many cases. There is also the rotator which aids in the handling of tilted skids and special needs for the handling of certain materials. As the name suggests, it allows the tines to be rotated, which can also make dumping containers easier as well.
If you are someone who is constantly loading and unloading cargo of various sizes, then an automatic fork positioner may be one of the used fork lift attachments you have been waiting for. It is a hydraulic attachment that moves the tines together and apart without the operator having to constantly get in and out of the truck to reposition them manually.
Another one of the more useful attachments you may want to consider when looking for used fork lift attachments is the roll and barrel clip attachment. This piece of machinery is made to squeeze any material you are carrying, such as a barrel or paper roll, to make it easier to carry. Sometimes it is paired with a rotator as well, which can be used for a variety of purposes, such as to insert vertically stacked rolls of paper into the horizontal feed of a printing press.
Poles are also used fork lift attachments that are most often found in environments such as carpet warehouses. They can be used instead of forks to pick up and move large rolls of carpet quickly and efficiently. The clamp attachment is used to open and close around an object the operator is carrying which squeezes to pick it up.
It is most often used for the transportation of boxes, cartons and bales. The slip sheet attachment acts in a similar fashion except it uses a slip sheet to load off the forks. The drum handler attachment, as the name suggests, is used for the loading and unloading of drums by using a spring loaded jaw that grips the top of them.
These are just a few examples of the many different optional attachments that you will run into when looking at various used forklift attachments [http://www.usedforkliftguide.com/used-fork-lift-attachments.html]. The better you can understand the different attachments that are available, the easier your job will become as you can find the perfect attachment to help you move many different types of objects.
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9/08/23
Product Demo: Genie Fall Arrest Bar - ANSI
This Genie Fall Arrest Bar provides a smooth, sliding, horizontal track that allows users to tie off and move freely outside the platform using a 6-ft shock-absorbing lanyard. The enclosed track, made from high strength steel, protects the trolley from weather and debris. The yellow, identifiable bar attaches quickly and easily, within 15 minutes, for fast setup and removal. This feature also allows the bar to be transferred easily among many lifts, providing flexibility for teams who manage multiple lifts in one fleet.
For more information visit genielift.com
9/05/23
Cash, Lease or Finance – Options to Purchase Your Rental Fleet
Interstate 80 Forklift, Inc.
70 Union Way
Vacaville, CA 95687
Direct (707) 451-5100 Fax (707) 451-5101
70 Union Way
Vacaville, CA 95687
Direct (707) 451-5100 Fax (707) 451-5101
9/02/23
JLG® Augmented Reality App
Introducing the JLG Augmented Reality (AR) App! This advanced technology app is designed for to make your job site more efficient and more productive. The AR app delivers the data you need for faster, more accurate project planning and onsite equipment management.
Get it in the App Store for Apple today: https://apple.co/3gQCbXk
More About the App: https://bit.ly/30caocW
8/30/23
Tour the Upgraded 6034 & 6042 SkyTrak® Telehandlers
SkyTrak telehandlers have been your go-to workhorses on the job site for years, and now, they’re getting an upgrade. The all-new 6034 and redesigned 6042 are packed with exciting features inspired by the way you work. See how these 6,000-lb models help you efficiently handle building materials with the flexibility to move between job sites quickly.
See the full SkyTrak lineup here: https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment/tele...
8/18/23
JLG® Tow-Pro® Drive and Set Option: Do It All from the Platform
Watch as an operator uses the new drive and set option on a JLG® towable boom lift to reposition the machine, drive it in the stowed position and set/retract outriggers—all without leaving the platform. Available on the JLG® Tow-Pro T350 and T500J towable lifts.
8/15/23
JLG Options & Accessories
Sometimes even the best spec’ed equipment needs a little extra and, yes, that even includes JLG’s incredible Boom and Scissor ranges. But, since this is JLG, we’ve already thought of that.
Take a look at some of the clever options and accessories you can use to configure and adapt your JLG machine for pretty much any job and environment… so you can keep going and work safely, no matter what.
8/12/23
Tour Our Highly Versatile JLG® Rotating Telehandlers with Intuitive Interface
Full rotation of the upper frame allows for both horizontal and vertical lifting and placing. And because these machines often operate from a fixed position, they also provide frame leveling up to 6 degrees and automatic leveling when using outriggers to compensate for uneven terrain.
See more at: https://www.rotatingtelehandlers.com/#intuitive-interface
8/09/23
I-80 In-House Trucking Service
I-80 Forklift In-house trucking service is Open for Service -California compliant and our RGN Cozad 35 ton air-tail trailer will provide fast and efficient loading and unloading.
- We have the ability to transport 59,000 lbs.
- Provide transportation anywhere within California
- Available 7 days a week
- Professional driver who is reliable and experienced
- Pricing: $120.00-$130.00 per hour for RGN load
8/06/23
What You Should Know About Testing Requirements for Tires
The construction equipment industry has evolved many times over in the past century. It continues to strive to provide the best solutions to help our world move ahead efficiently and safely in all aspects of construction equipment use.
A significant portion of the industry relies on a long-time mainstay that keeps vehicles moving - tires. While tires may seem to be a relatively simple component compared to other equipment technology, they play a crucial role in keeping the vehicle productive, reliable, and safe.
In recent years, tire technology has continued to evolve with new concepts in tires introduced. They look much different than what most of us think of as traditional tires and require no filling medium. Much of the discussion here will apply to any tire technology, though some points will be for specific technologies.
Tires are selected for use on vehicles based on many criteria – traction / braking, speed and load rating, ride ergonomics / vibration, ground pressure, maneuverability and packaging, wear / reliability, surface marking, and stability characteristics.
The filling medium(s) chosen to occupy internal voids or spaces within a tire and how they are applied is also an important consideration. The most prevalent choices for filling construction tires are air, foam (urethane), foam and crumb rubber mixture, and rubber. Each tire fill type can affect multiple properties of a tire’s performance which we will examine below.
Traction / Braking
Tire traction can be somewhat subjective and may vary widely for vehicles covering multiple applications and markets. Testing involves subjecting tires to and operating vehicles on differing terrains and surfaces and in a variety of environmental conditions to understand how well they grip those surfaces. The ability of the tire to expel material such as rocks and mud from the tread pattern is critical to performance. Voice of the Customer (VOC) trials are often sought as feedback for new designs. Tires also directly affect vehicle braking and therefore must be carefully considered and tested to satisfy compliance with all applicable regulations.
Speed and Load Rating
Tire manufacturers rate their tires for speed as well as load carrying ability - key to meeting the primary use of many construction use vehicles. They utilize guidelines from organizations such as the US Tire and Rim Association (TRA) and the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO). Tire ratings are based on a combination of Empty Vehicle Weight (EVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (empty vehicle + payload) and their respective travel speed duty cycles.
Tire ratings are based on a combination of Empty Vehicle Weight (EVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (empty vehicle + payload) and their respective travel speed duty cycles.
Many construction vehicle tire offerings serve a multitude of vehicle applications, making it difficult for tire suppliers to publish use guidance for every application. Tire fills can also have a significant effect on the speed and load rating of tires. As a result, bench testing and / or vehicle testing is often performed that combines expected loads, speeds, tire fills, and application profiles with construction site road hazards to assure the tire performs on the vehicle as required and expected.
Ride Ergonomics / Vibration
Tires should support and enhance the vehicle driving experience. The tire design as well as the type and amount of tire fill can affect ride ergonomics and vibration. Vehicles are tested to understand adverse frequencies, vibration, or other effects that may be transmitted into the vehicle. Measurements are often collected at sensitive components and the operator’s station to quantify the effect of the entire vehicle dynamics (including tires) on those systems.
Ground Pressure
The width and diameter of tires, the tread type of tires, the type of tire fill used, and the compliance of tires all factor into how much force will be directed onto any operating surface by the vehicle. Ground pressure is important in understanding vehicle flotation with respect to soil compaction, vehicle flotation with respect to surfaces such as mud and sand, vehicle transportation floor loading considerations, and floor loading where vehicles are operating on constructed surfaces. Ground pressure is determined generally through testing and calculation to determine what percentage of each tire surface area is supporting the vehicle load on a given terrain.
Maneuverability and Packaging
Tires must allow the vehicle to achieve vehicle design requirements dimensions in width, length, turning radius, height, and steering. Wide tires can adversely affect vehicle width, the maximum steer angle possible, as well as resistance to steering due to ground contact friction. Large diameter tires can affect vehicle overall length and height dimensions of the vehicle. Tire fill types may affect how well the vehicle can maneuver. Vehicle dimensional analyses as well as multiple performance tests are conducted to assure targets of maneuverability and packaging are met.
Wear / Reliability
Tires and their filling medium must exhibit wear and structural integrity characteristics that are in line with intended industry expectations. Vehicles with tires that consume the available working tread too quickly or become damaged too easily (chunking treads, bulges / broken belts, punctures, fill compromised, etc.) will not meet customer’s expectations. Vehicle testing is undertaken on a variety of construction surfaces, applications, and road hazards to assure the wear rate is reasonable and that the tire and it’s filling medium survives structurally to reasonable expectations.
Surface Marking
Some use applications require vehicles to not mark the surfaces on which they are operating and therefore require unique tire compounds. Special applications such as this may create unique tire testing considerations for tire and vehicle manufacturers.
Stability
Of significant importance is how well the tires and their associated fill maintain their structural shape when loaded in various configurations – ultimately affecting the stability of the vehicle. Every tire option offered on a vehicle must adequately support the vehicle to meet all applicable regulations and the published load carrying capability of the vehicle. Tire type (bias ply, radial, solid, etc.) as well as fill medium can significantly affect the sidewall and overall stiffness of a tire when subjected to a combination of vertical and transverse loading. Significant testing and simulation is performed on vehicles to assure the tire options offered can adequately support the base vehicle weight and any required payload according to industry regulations, standards, and published load diagrams.
Tires are, and will remain for the foreseeable future, an integral and important component of many construction vehicles today. Their selection and use influences multiple aspects of vehicle performance that must be confirmed through a combination of calculation, simulation, and test.
Source: https://www.jlg.com/en/direct-access/2018/04/13/what-you-should-know-about-testing-requirements-for-tires
A significant portion of the industry relies on a long-time mainstay that keeps vehicles moving - tires. While tires may seem to be a relatively simple component compared to other equipment technology, they play a crucial role in keeping the vehicle productive, reliable, and safe.
In recent years, tire technology has continued to evolve with new concepts in tires introduced. They look much different than what most of us think of as traditional tires and require no filling medium. Much of the discussion here will apply to any tire technology, though some points will be for specific technologies.
Tires are selected for use on vehicles based on many criteria – traction / braking, speed and load rating, ride ergonomics / vibration, ground pressure, maneuverability and packaging, wear / reliability, surface marking, and stability characteristics.
The filling medium(s) chosen to occupy internal voids or spaces within a tire and how they are applied is also an important consideration. The most prevalent choices for filling construction tires are air, foam (urethane), foam and crumb rubber mixture, and rubber. Each tire fill type can affect multiple properties of a tire’s performance which we will examine below.
Traction / Braking
Tire traction can be somewhat subjective and may vary widely for vehicles covering multiple applications and markets. Testing involves subjecting tires to and operating vehicles on differing terrains and surfaces and in a variety of environmental conditions to understand how well they grip those surfaces. The ability of the tire to expel material such as rocks and mud from the tread pattern is critical to performance. Voice of the Customer (VOC) trials are often sought as feedback for new designs. Tires also directly affect vehicle braking and therefore must be carefully considered and tested to satisfy compliance with all applicable regulations.
Speed and Load Rating
Tire manufacturers rate their tires for speed as well as load carrying ability - key to meeting the primary use of many construction use vehicles. They utilize guidelines from organizations such as the US Tire and Rim Association (TRA) and the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO). Tire ratings are based on a combination of Empty Vehicle Weight (EVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (empty vehicle + payload) and their respective travel speed duty cycles.
Tire ratings are based on a combination of Empty Vehicle Weight (EVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (empty vehicle + payload) and their respective travel speed duty cycles.
Many construction vehicle tire offerings serve a multitude of vehicle applications, making it difficult for tire suppliers to publish use guidance for every application. Tire fills can also have a significant effect on the speed and load rating of tires. As a result, bench testing and / or vehicle testing is often performed that combines expected loads, speeds, tire fills, and application profiles with construction site road hazards to assure the tire performs on the vehicle as required and expected.
Ride Ergonomics / Vibration
Tires should support and enhance the vehicle driving experience. The tire design as well as the type and amount of tire fill can affect ride ergonomics and vibration. Vehicles are tested to understand adverse frequencies, vibration, or other effects that may be transmitted into the vehicle. Measurements are often collected at sensitive components and the operator’s station to quantify the effect of the entire vehicle dynamics (including tires) on those systems.
Ground Pressure
The width and diameter of tires, the tread type of tires, the type of tire fill used, and the compliance of tires all factor into how much force will be directed onto any operating surface by the vehicle. Ground pressure is important in understanding vehicle flotation with respect to soil compaction, vehicle flotation with respect to surfaces such as mud and sand, vehicle transportation floor loading considerations, and floor loading where vehicles are operating on constructed surfaces. Ground pressure is determined generally through testing and calculation to determine what percentage of each tire surface area is supporting the vehicle load on a given terrain.
Maneuverability and Packaging
Tires must allow the vehicle to achieve vehicle design requirements dimensions in width, length, turning radius, height, and steering. Wide tires can adversely affect vehicle width, the maximum steer angle possible, as well as resistance to steering due to ground contact friction. Large diameter tires can affect vehicle overall length and height dimensions of the vehicle. Tire fill types may affect how well the vehicle can maneuver. Vehicle dimensional analyses as well as multiple performance tests are conducted to assure targets of maneuverability and packaging are met.
Wear / Reliability
Tires and their filling medium must exhibit wear and structural integrity characteristics that are in line with intended industry expectations. Vehicles with tires that consume the available working tread too quickly or become damaged too easily (chunking treads, bulges / broken belts, punctures, fill compromised, etc.) will not meet customer’s expectations. Vehicle testing is undertaken on a variety of construction surfaces, applications, and road hazards to assure the wear rate is reasonable and that the tire and it’s filling medium survives structurally to reasonable expectations.
Surface Marking
Some use applications require vehicles to not mark the surfaces on which they are operating and therefore require unique tire compounds. Special applications such as this may create unique tire testing considerations for tire and vehicle manufacturers.
Stability
Of significant importance is how well the tires and their associated fill maintain their structural shape when loaded in various configurations – ultimately affecting the stability of the vehicle. Every tire option offered on a vehicle must adequately support the vehicle to meet all applicable regulations and the published load carrying capability of the vehicle. Tire type (bias ply, radial, solid, etc.) as well as fill medium can significantly affect the sidewall and overall stiffness of a tire when subjected to a combination of vertical and transverse loading. Significant testing and simulation is performed on vehicles to assure the tire options offered can adequately support the base vehicle weight and any required payload according to industry regulations, standards, and published load diagrams.
Tires are, and will remain for the foreseeable future, an integral and important component of many construction vehicles today. Their selection and use influences multiple aspects of vehicle performance that must be confirmed through a combination of calculation, simulation, and test.
Source: https://www.jlg.com/en/direct-access/2018/04/13/what-you-should-know-about-testing-requirements-for-tires
8/03/23
Behind the Scenes: Final Testing of Reconditioned Equipment
7/31/23
Tour Our Compact, Maneuverable E18 Series Vertical Lifts
Our E18 Series offers two great choices for job sites that require highly maneuverable, durable, productivity-maximizing vertical lifts. With a higher capacity than the leading competitor and a wide array of time-saving features and functionality, the E18 Series helps you easily navigate even the most congested job sites.
Watch the product walk-around to see how these lightweight vertical lifts can transform the way you work.
Learn more about the E18 MML at https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment/vert...
Learn more about the E18 MCL at https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment/vert...
7/27/23
Safe Use Standard
ANSI A92.22 & CSA B354.7
This standard governs the safe use of MEWPs by specifying proper application, inspection, training, maintenance, repair and safe operation. One of the main requirements is developing a safe use program to guide MEWP use as it relates to job site safety.
Whats Changed
Step 1:
To develop an effective safe use program that complies with new requirements, it’s important to perform a site risk assessment before starting a job. This assessment should:
- Define the task, location and timing of the work
- Inform MEWP selection
- Evaluate MEWP-related, job-specific and additional risks
- Identify controls like proper training and rescue planning
Step 2: Once a safety plan has been developed, it should be shared with everyone who will be on site during the work. The updated standards outline new requirements for many roles as they relate to a safe use program.
- Operator: Is trained and authorized to operate the MEWP
- Occupant: Has knowledge of MEWP use and safety, including fall protection systems
- Supervisor: Monitors use of MEWP to ensure safety plan is followed
- Technician: Performs MEWP maintenance in line with manufacturer’s requirements
7/24/23
Tour the JLG® X660SJ Compact Crawler Boom Lift
Introducing the first telescopic JLG® Compact Crawler boom lift. The X660SJ gets you to height quicker in applications like tree trimming, painting, HVAC maintenance, electrical work and more. See how this JLG® boom lift lets you work anywhere with simplified operation, reduced time to height and less disruption.
Get the full specs at https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment/elec...
7/21/23
WHITEPAPER: Uptime Matters
Equipment downtime can set you behind schedule and over on budget. Bottom line: Uptime matters.
To keep your fleet up and running efficiently, you need to take care of the machines. One way to do that is by regularly servicing and maintaining your equipment.
Why is that important? Because well-maintained equipment will have a longer lifespan overall, as will its different components.
Equipment care involves several to-do’s, including preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment inspections and replacing parts.
In this whitepaper, we highlight six frequently asked questions about equipment maintenance, parts and service.
The answers to these questions can help you increase the lifecycle of your machines, reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) and maximize your investments.
Download below to learn more. If you're not already subscribed to receive regular updates from Direct Access, you will be prompted to enter your contact information before the download begins.
Download this Whitepaper here.
7/18/23
I-80 FORKLIFT Maintenance and Repair
Is your piece of equipment in need of repair or maintenance? Our factory certified technicians with many years of experience are ready to fix your equipment on your jobsite or at our facility yard located in Vacaville.
Our repairs cover from minor part to complete engines. We can do everything from Basic Preventative Maintenance to 1000 Hour Full Services.
Repairs and servicing can also be done at our facility yard.
And when you need us most; we can usually have a mechanic on-site for emergency repairs the same or next day.
Our technicians are factory certified and have many years experience in the field. We fix it right the first time, so you can get back on schedule.
In most cases we can have a mechanic on-site for emergency repairs the same or next day.
Repairs: $165.00 per hour
Parts: Priced, depending on the specific part
Call I-80 Forklift today at (707) 451-5100
7/15/23
Maximize Uptime With the DaVinci® All-Electric Scissor Lift From JLG
The DaVinci all-electric scissor does more work than a standard machine, while consuming 30% less energy. Plus, this machine delivers unparalleled value by replacing unnecessary components with maintenance-free electric components.
See how the DaVinci scissor is sophisticated technology made simple: https://www.allelectricscissor.com/
7/12/23
Hear from a Jobsite Superintendent how the JLG® Rotating Telehandler Saves Time and Money
Hear from Jay, jobsite superintendent, how the features of the rotating telehandler create efficiency that saves them time and money on the job site.
7/09/23
Bigger Made Better: Meet the New JLG® 2733 High-Capacity Telehandler
Introducing our most powerful telehandler yet. The new 2733 high-capacity telehandler pairs a 26,600-lb max capacity and 33-ft max lift height with a class-leading turning radius and smart technology.
Check out the features and specs on this can’t-miss piece of equipment: jlg.com/BIGTIME
The JLG Tow-Pro Allows Access When Ladders and Staging Cannot
The company wanted to install new lights to light up the outside area. The problem was the location could not be accessed by ladder or staging. The JLG Tow-Pro was the perfect solution, allowing easy access for the electricians and completing the installation in a few short hours!
Whether you need it for tree trimming, decorating, construction, exterior painting or maintenance tasks, a Tow-Pro tow behind lift can meet your everyday needs. A tow behind manlift from JLG has standard air and water lines to the platform, while its detachable platform controls provide faster, more efficient boom positioning with one-hand operation of all boom functions. Plus, the accessory mounting tray on a tow behind lift accommodates a generator, air compressor or pressure washer for even more flexibility.
Find all your JLG Lift needs at: https://www.i-80forklift.com/
Call I-80 Forklift today at (707) 451-5100
7/06/23
NEW JLG® 670SJ Self-Leveling Boom: Product Demonstration
Repositioning, cribbing, wasted time – prepare to put these pain points and more in the past. Unveiled and demonstrated at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020, watch how the new JLG® 670SJ Self-Leveling Boom eliminates the need for perfectly level terrain on the job site, helping you save time, increase productivity and, ultimately, contribute more to your bottom line.
7/03/23
Get Back on the Job Fast with a JLG® Service Center
Whether your fleet needs routine inspections or heavy repairs, JLG® service centers are equipped with knowledgeable personnel who will get the job done right. With 150+ mobile service vehicles and 70+ service centers throughout North America, we can respond to you quickly and get your fleet back on the job sooner.
Find us at: https://www.i-80forklift.com/
6/30/23
Similar, Not the Same
You can settle for a scissor that does the job. Or you can choose from two JLG® scissor lines that do what other brands can’t. Consider our full range of machines—from the value R to the premium ES—and get the performance you expect with smart, simple technology that maximizes your uptime.
Learn more: https://www.jlg.com/en/destination/similar-not-same
6/27/23
Go Higher, Work Faster, Do More - JLG Lift Equipment from I-80 Forklift
.You need to go higher. Work faster. Do more. Check out the lift equipment from JLG that will take you to new heights, helping you conquer those challenges with confidence. From the latest access lifts to services, parts and technical support, JLG makes sure you have what you need to get the job done.
JLG is a leading supplier of access equipment, including various man lifts, telehandlers and mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)—formerly called aerial work platforms (AWP). An aerial work platform can help you reach tasks at height with enhanced safety and greater productivity, whether you need to access work at 8 ft or 185
Learn more at: https://www.jlg.com/en/equipment
Find all your JLG Lift needs at: https://www.i-80forklift.com/
6/24/23
Hear This Rental Salesman Describe How the JLG® Rotating Telehandler Improves Productivity
Hear from Dave, rental salesman, as he describes how the remote boom control feature of the JLG® rotating telehandler increase productivity on the job site.
It's Time to Revolve: www.rotatingtelehandlers.com
6/22/23
JLG Partners With Associated Builders and Contractors to Bring Innovation to the Industry
JLG is proud to be a strategic partner to Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) that's helping to bring the newest technologies to construction companies throughout the U.S. By connecting with small- to medium-sized general contractors across the country, we can increase productivity and enhance safety on job sites by sharing machines built with the latest customer-inspired innovations.
Explore more at http://www.jlg.com/
6/18/23
Need to Hoist Materials? Consider Using a Telehandler Instead of a Crane
For example, by switching out these tools, telehandlers can be used for more than just lifting applications — they excel at hoisting (and material handling) tasks too when equipped with a boom-mounted lifting lug attachment (also referred to as hooks or clevises). This type of attachment allows operators to put a chain or straps through it to efficiently handle suspended loads (aka hoist materials).
Because they are purpose-built to move heavy objects with great maneuverability, using a telehandler for this type of material handling work is often more cost-effective than bringing in a crane. Let’s take a closer look at how…
What different considerations go into selecting a telehandler for hoisting or material handling versus lifting?
The most important thing to do before selecting a telehandler for hoisting or material handling is knowing two things: 1) what is the work that needs to be completed, and 2) where will that work be done.
This starts with calculating the “maximum pick” that the machine will need to handle, which can be done in three steps:
Identify the maximum weight of the load that needs to be lifted and handled (i.e. how heavy is the heaviest object/material that needs to be picked up). Make sure the telehandler has enough capacity to support all of the lifts.
Figure out the maximum angle the machine needs to be able to lift and place the load (i.e. what’s the furthest up, over and/or out that the telehandler needs to reach). It is important to know how much space is available on the job site for maneuvering and positioning the load. Depending on the site, trade-offs may need to be made when selecting a telehandler’s size versus its capacity. Space restrictions will influence not only the size of the telehandler but also the style. For example, if the machine needs to feed the material from a stationary position, similar to how a crane would perform on-site, a rotating telehandler should be considered. JLG® rotating telehandlers provide 360-degrees of rotation from one spot. To learn more, check out these resources: Rotating Telehandlers: A Unique Equipment Solution and Rotating Telehandlers Lift, Extend and Rotate.
Determine the maximum height that the load needs to be placed (i.e. how high does the load need to be lifted)
Armed with these measurements, users can then refer to machine load charts to guide them in selecting the appropriate telehandler. It is important to note that all telehandler attachments have their own load chart, which should always be referenced before use.
Once a model is chosen, it’s important to consider what attachments are needed to complete the work. Telehandlers are called “tool carriers” for a reason — they can handle a wide range of hoisting and material handling applications because of the large variety of attachments they can be equipped with, from buckets, carriages and truss booms/lift hooks to specialty attachments like tire handlers.
Understanding the nature of the work to be accomplished and the capabilities of each type of attachment the machine can be fitted with is crucial to safe and efficient use. This means knowing whether a load needs to be picked or placed. Does the job require loose material to be scooped or a load suspended? Does the operator need to grapple loose material or pipes? Answering these questions will help owners/operators select the appropriate size and type of attachments needed.
The final step in selecting a telehandler is to know where the machine will be working and to understand what the job site conditions will be during operation. For example, will the machine be working on undeveloped surfaces like dirt or rocky soil, or on finished surfaces like turf or concrete? This information helps to determine what tires are needed on the machine — foam-filled/solid tires are great for undeveloped terrain, and non-marking tires or turf tires will be needed in developed areas to protect the ground.
Also, consider what options the machine should have to keep operators safe and productive during long hours in the cab. For instance, will he/she need an enclosed cab equipped with heat and air conditioning? Depending on the climate and the time of year, this choice is very important. Will he/she need to work before the sun comes up or after it goes down? If so, getting a model with work lights is necessary. When working in heavily congested areas, beacons should be considered.
6/15/23
Telehandlers Pick-and-Carry in Wind Industry Applications
Working at height is part of the job for wind-energy technicians, who spend much of their workday suspended hundreds of feet above the ground; equally important is lifting and placing materials during the construction of the wind turbine structures.
For decades, JLG has designed and developed equipment dedicated to helping its customers enhance worksite productivity and safety for a variety of industries, including, fairly recently, the wind-energy industry.
Particularly for the wind industry, JLG offers its high-capacity telehandler line, which includes its JLG® 1644, 1732 and 2733 models, for picking and carrying heavy loads around a work site.
INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
In general, telehandlers are used for lifting and placing materials. On a general construction site, the primary spec people are interested in a telehandler’s reach so they know how high they can lift and place a load.
In the wind sector, height is also important — but, capacity is the primary spec as it determines how much a telehandler can pick and carry per load. JLG’s high-capacity telehandler line, which complements the company’s traditional telehandler line, is used in industries, such as wind, where operators frequently move very heavy objects.
For example, in wind-farm construction, if the operator wants to move one of the blades, or a piece of the tower, that’s where a high-capacity telehandler would be used. It might come on a truck. The telehandler then unloads it before moving it to the area where it’s needed.
Even though JLG began focusing on the wind industry in 2017 with the introduction of its high-capacity telehandler line, the company’s expertise with other industries laid the groundwork for success.
JLG’s high-capacity telehandler line was designed for the wind-energy and related markets, including oil and gas. You’re going to find the company’s traditional telehandlers on just about every job site where materials are lifted and placed. There was a market in wind for high-capacity telehandlers specifically. It’s a niche market for the brand.
And, you’ll find JLG MEWPs (mobile elevating work platforms), articulating and telescoping boom lifts; electric- and hydraulic-drive scissor lifts; portable personal vertical lifts; low-level access solutions; and telehandlers, in that market as well, doing maintenance on existing structures.
MORE THAN WIND
Although the wind industry has a history of its technicians working at height, JLG’s focus is not dedicated solely to the wind. Industries like oil and gas, steel erection, industrial construction and mining also present unique challenges to equipment operators. With a wide range of specialized attachments, JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers can adapt to demanding job sites and replace other traditional machines. Plus, their ability to handle heavy, bulky loads makes them ideal for performing maintenance on other machines in the equipment fleet.
As the company continues to offer equipment solutions for working at height across the globe, it will continue to improve upon its product line in conjunction with the needs of these marketplaces.
And as far as the wind industry goes, JLG will keep working closely with that constantly growing market, keeping an eye on the wind industry to identify unmet needs and then innovating to evolve the brand’s equipment offerings to deliver solutions that meet those needs.
To learn more about JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers, click here.
6/12/23
I-80 In-House Trucking Service
I-80 Forklift In-house trucking service is Open for Service -California compliant and our RGN Cozad 35 ton air-tail trailer will provide fast and efficient loading and unloading.
- We have the ability to transport 59,000 lbs.
- Provide transportation anywhere within California
- Available 7 days a week
- Professional driver who is reliable and experienced
- Pricing: $120.00-$130.00 per hour for RGN load
6/09/23
Be On the Lookout for These 3 Changes Coming to Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts
One of the biggest benefits of these modernized machines is that today’s JLG RT/ERT lifts offer full drive at height capabilities, allowing operators to work at a fixed height along the length of a building when installing utilities inside or out. Earlier models did not offer this feature, meaning the operator would have to descend, then move the machine to the next work area, then ascend again to continue the work. The result is that these recently introduced JLG models, which allow work at a fixed height, offer exceptional productivity benefits.
But, full drive at height capabilities isn’t the only new benefit JLG’s updated scissor lifts offer customers. We believe there are three trends that will significantly change machine design in the coming years — 1) higher lifting capabilities, 2) electrification and 3) new technologies, and JLG’s rough terrain (RT) and electric rough terrain (ERT) scissor lifts are already in position to meet the market’s demand.
Let’s take a closer look…
1. Higher lifting capabilities
With building footprints getting narrower and taller, customers are looking for equipment that offers greater lift height. Users also want to bring more materials and people to the work area, which drives the need for higher capacity.
JLG RT/ERT scissor lifts are well-suited for this type of work because of their large platform. They offer 28-percent more working area than competitive models with class-leading capacities. JLG’s models are designed with zero-platform offset to minimize the distance users must reach to access the work area. And, to navigate through tight spaces more efficiently, these JLG machines are equipped with easy-fold rails, which can be collapsed in three minutes or less.
2. Electrification
Due to an increase in demand for electric-powered lifts globally, when JLG announced its fully redesigned rough terrain scissor line in early 2020, it included both engine-powered RT and electric-powered ERT models in each size class.
We expect to see electric models continue to gain popularity as battery technology advances and environmental considerations become more and more stringent. For example, when JLG introduced the world’s first all-electric slab scissor lift model, the JLG AE1932 DaVinci® lift in 2021, it was engineered as the first-of-a-kind lift with zero hydraulics, thereby eliminating the potential for leaks, and powered by a single lithium-ion battery that recharges as the lift descends to lengthen the operational time between charges. We believe some of these same market-leading technologies will grow in popularity and that over time customers will request they be included in other models.
3. New technologies
We also see a need in the rough terrain scissor lift market for new technologies to solve the most common job site challenges.
For example, the redesigned JLG RT/ERT lines are equipped with LiftSense™, a standard and exclusive JLG feature, which shows operators the maximum work height that can be achieved before they elevate based on side-to-side and front-to-back tilt, as well as the current capacity in the platform. This means that operators can see if they should take a little bit less material with them or if they need to get to a spot that's a little bit more level on the job site so that they can get the full height — it removes the guesswork that often results in operators having to descend and try again for marked productivity gains.
New technology on JLG RT models includes a QuikLevel Advanced feature, which automatically levels the machine on side slopes up to 4.5 degrees while allowing the operator to drive at full height under certain conditions. The machine’s sensors monitor platform load, platform height, front axle tilt, rear axle tilt, and chassis tilt, then automatically level the lift based on ground conditions.
What’s coming next?
As construction activity is accelerating in North America, we anticipate the current strong, steady demand for rough terrain scissor lifts to continue. That’s because, despite utilization varying based on seasonality and concentration of construction activity in and around an area, these machines continue to be common job site tools thanks to their ability to expand users’ capabilities whether working on-slab or off.
So, what do we see coming next for rough terrain scissor lifts? Like slab models, we are striving for rough terrain scissor lifts to become efficient for use in/around sensitive environments (data centers, hospitals, laboratories, industrial chemical facilities) and in extreme environments (below-freezing or high heat temperatures.
Interesting in learning more about what’s new with JLG rough terrain scissor lifts? For more information, click here.
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6/06/23
I-80 Forklift Parts Department Tour
Rick from I80 forklift gives a tour of their parts department. Having one of the largest in California, they can save you time and money for your repairs. See more at http://www.i80forklift.com
6/03/23
Talking Torque on the Genie® GTH™- 844®
GTH-844 74HP OPTION
- Right-side mount engine provides enhanced visibility
- Ergonomic operator’s station features tiltable steering wheel, single-lever joystick control, and new gauge and switch packages.
- Standard Dana Axels
- Standard features include: a Quick-Attach system, low-profile tires, fenders (set of 4), rigging storage compartment, and lift shackle at boom tip
- Proportional frame-leveling chassis — pick up or place loads on up to 10˚ side slopes
- Multi-function proportional joystick control for fast, precise load positioning
- Three selectable steering modes: front-wheel, coordinated and crab steer
- Power-assisted steering
- Turbocharged diesel engine
- 3-speed forward and reverse Powershift transmission
- High-efficiency/variable displacement hydraulic pump
- ROPS/FOPS canopy (ISO compliant)
- High output LED light package options
- Rear Proximity Alarm options
5/31/23
Advanced Equipment, Connected Technologies & More from CONEXPO
Featured in the JLG® booth, this video showcases all the equipment, technologies and solutions JLG brought to CONEXPO 2020. No matter the job, no matter the environment, JLG elevates access everywhere. See how.
Explore JLG® equipment: www.jlg.com/en/equipment
5/28/23
Tour Our Highly Versatile JLG® Rotating Telehandlers
Rotating telehandlers like the R11100 are ideal for congested job sites in growing urban areas. Position the machine in one place while lifting, extending and rotating 360 degrees. Watch this product walk-around to see how this telehandler gives you 3-in-1 machine capabilities with less need to reposition.
5/27/23
Maximize Uptime With the DaVinci® All-Electric Scissor Lift From JLG
The DaVinci all-electric scissor does more work than a standard machine, while consuming 30% less energy. Plus, this machine delivers unparalleled value by replacing unnecessary components with maintenance-free electric components.
See how the DaVinci scissor is sophisticated technology made simple: https://www.allelectricscissor.com/
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