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13th June 2002, Page 30
13th June 2002
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Ratcliffs RGR508 takes the qu fit concept a step further by kr grating the body rear-frame, top sure and tall-Rft in one all-al umin package. At between 200 and 21 this unit saves weight as well installation time.

In the closed position the plaffi and top flap interlock; moulded r her seals provide weather protect 3 platform is 1,125mm deep with a Tun ramp and is counter balanced so can be opened with one hand, giving cess to the interior even if the lift is I required. The columns do not extend low the beam, so they are better pro:led against accidental damage and If 3y are damaged, they can be replaced 3ections.

Del has re-engineered its popular 500 500kg column lift for 3.5-tonners d some 15-tonners. It features a slimline, clip-together aluminium platform which eliminates any riveting. Bolttogether slider mechanisms are another innovation that makes the lift quicker to build, reducing costs and lead times. The DL500 weighs in at 140kg, or go for an optional steel platform at an extra 60kg.

Del has also introduced the first of a new generation of low-maintenance SSeries column lifts for 17-tonners. Del's ultimate aim is to offer a zero-maintenance seven-year service life, but its initial target is to cut maintenance for the first three years by eliminating greasing and introducing longer-wearing parts.

"That's a typical first lease period and we aim to give the leasing company confidence that there will be little if any maintenance cost on the tail-lift in that time, apart from the mandatory sixmonthly inspections," says MD Ken Sparrowhawk.

Tipmaster's Tommy lift forms the rear closure on drop-siders and tippers. The latest application of its F10 60-40 lift is for the Toyota Dyna 300 shortwheelbase truck (0f6-12 June). There is no need to move the spare wheel or tow bar, and the lift's weight of lalkg leaves a creditable ilsokg payload allowance.