Swedish aerial lift manufacturer Safelift has announced the launch of the MoveAround MA50H, an all new five metre working height ‘rental grade’ self-propelled /push-around lift with the ability to switch between self-propelled and push-around modes without needing a tool.
The new Safelift MA50HD in self-propelled mode
Converts at the turn of a knob into a 5m push around lift
Until now, the company has focused on low level mast type platforms up to six metres working height, aimed at the end user market. Its customer base includes blue chip companies such as ABB, IKEA, Saab, Sandvik and others, while also selling to rental company Cramo.
The launch coincides with the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Växjö, north east of Malmö in south central Sweden, which adds sufficient capacity to allow the company to get serious about volume sales to rental companies, while also being able to focus more seriously on sales beyond Scandinavia. The company says that at least 85 percent of the materials and components that make up the new platform are produced in the local area.
The three section mast provides a 10ft platform height/5m work height
The new MA5OH utilises a three section telescopic mast with a single hydraulic cylinder extension and internal cabling to the platform, providing a maximum platform capacity of 180kg. The machine has an overall width of 780mm with an overall length of just under 1.2 metres, and an overall stowed height of 1.81 metres. Total weight is 445kg.
The built in step does not extend the machine’s overall length
Bumper pads provide protection
It is also packed full of features, not always found on this type of product, including automatic active pothole protection, improved water resistance for cleaning – the company is working on its IP waterproofing certification. and the ability to turn in its own length, all round bumper pads, chassis top fork lift pockets/lifting and tie down eyes, maintenance free batteries and onboard charger.
A shield over the joystick helps protect against entrapment
Entry to the 540mm by 770mm platform is via a low integral step with light and full width saloon type spring loaded entrance gates. The platform has a rubber floor mat surface, while standard features include flashing warning lights, a protected joystick controller and mast top and side tool trays.
Fork pockets/lift eyes/ tie downs are mounted to the top of the chassis
The video below highlights the machine and its features.
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