03.10.2019

Riwal electric JLGs for Sørby

Norwegian rental company Sørby Utleie has taken delivery of two all electric battery powered 66ft JLG 660SJ boom lifts, converted from Diesel by Riwal. They are the first units of this new model sold by Riwal to an outside rental company anywhere in the world

The 660SJ provides an outreach of 17.4 metres with an unrestricted capacity of 249kg, while it can take its maximum platform capacity of 340kg to 15.3 metres. The units were delivered by sales and rental company Riwal Scandinavia, which also converted the machines from diesel to electric. The battery powered lifts are incorporate a 230 volt integrated battery charger, and feature non-marking tyres.
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Sørby Utleie’s new JLG 660SJs

Sørby Utleie owner Lars Sørby said: “The focus on sustainability and carbon emissions reduction in Norway is very high and continues to increase every day. We are looking forward to being able to help our customers meet government regulations and get their work done as efficiently as possible. We believe that the JLG 660SJ electric will be a fantastic addition to our fleet.together with our recently delivered 135ft JLG 1350SJP electric also from Riwal. We believe in long term partnerships with our suppliers and Riwal will remain a preferred partner for Sørby Utleie.”
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Jesper Becker of Riwal (L) and Lars Sørby of Sørby Utleie

Riwal chief executive Pedro Torres added: “Our focus on developing sustainable solutions has led to the innovation of our unique, all electric boom lifts. We decided to convert these machines with an increasing need for our customers to meet environmental regulations and have more sustainable options when using aerial work platforms. We look forward to collaborating with Sørby Utleie and doing business together again in the future.”

Established in 2005, Sørby Utleie is based in Spydeberg, south east Norway, with other depots in Vestby, Sarpsborg and Halden. The company employs 25 and has over 1,500 machines in its fleet that includes aerial lifts and telehandlers.