High-Reach Aerials – Versalift Delivers Best in Class PHX-180-I

High-Reach Aerials delivered – Versalift PHX-180-I recently delivered high-access aerial lifts in support of a major infrastructure project in upstate New York. Accompanying the Versalift PHX-180-I units were experienced Versalift sales engineers, who provided operational and safety training. Operator training for Versalift high-reach units is highly detailed, and occurs both in-class and on the units themselves. For these new, advanced high-reach aerials, operator training includes a focused look at the unit’s telematics and on-board diagnostics systems.

Versalift PHX-180-I – Heavy-Duty Transmission Aerial

Purpose-built for maintenance and construction of electricity transmission and generation infrastructure, the PHX-180-I has a remarkable working envelope of 183’ working height and 79’ of horizontal reach.  With a maximum platform capacity of 2,000 lbs (907 kg), and optional jib and winch system capacity of 1,500 lbs (680 kg), the PHX-180-I has easily the highest combined platform and material handling capacity in its class.

Safer and More Simple to Operate

The Versalift PHX-180-I has several features that make it a safer and more simple machine to operate. The insulated high-reach unit’s unique boom configuration allows for a significantly easier jobsite set-up, while multiple outrigger configurations allow teams to operate from a much more compact footprint.

High-Access Equipment Available At Versalift

Versalift provides the broadest product offering of both insulated and non-insulated aerial lifts between 100’-220’ in North America. Our high access equipment is used by essential companies and organizations across many industries, including those that build and maintain electric power transmission systems.

  • Absolute minimum quantity of lubrication points in the industry on the aerial for all North American products, all pin bearings and slide pads are non-lube type

  • Highest bucket/platform combined capacity in the North American market.

  • Industry leading outrigger jack ground penetration, which reduces cribbing requirements in rough terrain.

To begin a conversation about how Versalift High Access equipment can improve efficiency and jobsite productivity, contact Steven Starling, Director – High Access Aerials for North America.

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