Masonry Magazine June 2007 Page. 46
Telehandlers
Pettibone's telehandlers can be equipped with a Qualcomm GlobalTRACS GPS System. The unit can track where the machine is, as well as hours of operation.
"We've seen quite a jump over the last decade in the number of [10,000-pound capacity] machines going into the market," he added. "The biggest thing is the telehandler being a versatile, all-around tool."
Pettibone manufactures two general series of telehandlers the Extendo Series and the Traverse Series. Blondeau said the Traverse machines suit mason contractors best, offering 70 inches of horizontal transfer, or boom travel. "Without maneuvering the machine, they can raise the boom, move it into position, unload, and retract without ever having to reposition. The reach is unbelievable- very precise handling."
Speaking of precision, Pettibone's telehandlers can be equipped with a Qualcomm GlobalTRACS GPS System. The unit can track where the machine is, as well as hours of operation. It also keeps track of maintenance and notifies users when the next scheduled service is due. "It takes a heck of a load off the service guys, and the guy renting the machine, to know exactly where it is at any one time," said Blondeau.
When Pettibone first introduced its GPS system, it was offered as a standard feature, but recently was made an option. Blondeau explained, "If you have a smaller contractor, they generally know where their machines are... but some of our customers, when they're renting 30 or 40 machines whether it's a dealer or an end-user with that many units - it's a great tool to have."
There are additional technologies on which Pettibone is working to make its telehandlers better and easier to use. Blondeau expects them to be ready this year, but would not
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