NEWS IN BRIEF
Custom Equipment’s Hy-
Brid HB-1030 low-level scissor
lifts, available in Australia
through distributor Hy-Brid
Lifts Australia, give 750 pounds
of platform capacity allowing
operators to load the lifts
with more tools and supplies,
reducing the number of trips
up and down saving time.
The all-purpose, heavy-duty
lifts which meet Australian
Standards, allow users to
handle multiple applications up
to working heights of 16 feet,
accommodating two people.
Platforms are 25 inches wide
by 60 inches long, and feature
30-inch slide out extensions for
greater working space (with
capacities of 250 pounds).
The Hy-Brid HB-1030’s
platform is operated by
hydraulics, while the electrical
drive and steering system
is powered by two 12-volt,
deep-cycle batteries. Since the
system is electrical rather than
hydraulic, it draws fewer amps
and requires less overall power.
The electric drive and
steering is standard for the
HB-1030, which combined
with lightweight construction,
allows the units’ battery
power to last up to two times
longer, or as long as 10-16
hours. In addition, the HB-
1030 lifts are heavy duty, safe
and lightweight, with low
wheel loads that allow users to
manoeuver them over delicate
floors and get onto green
concrete sooner.
The HB-1030 lifts feature
dual front wheels that help
distribute the machine’s weight
and provide lower wheel loads.
The HB-1030’s hydraulic system
is self-contained with two
connection points. This reduces
the potential for hydraulic
fluid leaks, which lead to floor
damage and safety hazards.
The lifts provide safer, easier
access to the platform with an
entry height of 20 inches. This
not only reduces the fatigue
and knee strain associated with
The Hy-Brid HB-1030 features a low step height to
reduce the potential for fatigue and knee strain
Low level scissor lifts for indoors
and out
doors
Gautam Infrastructure and
Construction Equipment,
a Mumbai, India-based
construction company, uses
its veteran Skyjack SJ9250
RT scissor lift for a variety of
projects.
The company purchased
the machine secondhand in
2006 from AJ Access Platform
Equipment in Caldicot,
UK, although its date of
manufacture stretches back
into the 1990s. The age of
the platform has prompted
Gautam to enter it into
Skyjack’s Quest2013, a contest
to find its oldest working unit.
Shah Malay, associate
technical head of Gautam
Infrastructure and
Construction Equipment, said:
“The SJ9250 RT is a robust
machine. The machine’s
capabilities allow us to use it
for some unconventional jobs
as well as routine projects. It
is easy to run, manoeuver and
maintain.”
The machine has been
used for tasks such as the
installation of cable trays,
fire-fighting assistance and
cameras at airports and
unusually, the lift was used as
The veteran Skyjack SJ9250 RT
scissor lift is used for a range of
projects
Innovative uses for long
serving Skyjack lift
a watch tower close to a public
area where authorities wanted
tighter security.
“Since we use our Skyjack for
such a wide variety of work,
it’s become an integral part
of our fleet. We run a regular
maintenance schedule for it.
Any issues with the machine
have only been minimal and it’s
really been a joy to own.”
The SJ9250 RT is one of
Skyjack’s full-size rough terrain
scissor lifts.
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climbing on and
off the lift, but also
nearly eliminates
potential falls,
which can occur
when operators
are loading and
unloading heavy
tools and supplies.
The HB-1030 also
features an access
gate that swings
completely open to
allow users to step
up and onto the
platform. The full-swing gate
eliminates the need to duck
under bars or chains, thereby
removing the concern of neck
or back strain injuries.
Contact: 1300 859 475 or:
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ACTION | FEBRUARY 2014
ACCESS in ACTION
EWPA CARRYING
EQUIPMENT IN WORK-
PLATFORMS
A new guidance note on carrying
equipment in work platforms has
been added to the Resources section
of the EWPA webpage. The Guidance
Note advises Mobile Elevating Work
Platforms (MEWPs) are often used to
elevate personnel and equipment for
construction tasks. However, the EWPA
advises there are a few basic points
that must be considered. The points
covered in the note include fitting
equipment inside the EWP; weight
of equipment not exceeding rated
capacities; fitting of racks and securing
the load. Visit:
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information-sheets
TSHA - ‘GREY IMPORTS’
GUIDANCE NOTE
The EWPA advises the industry to
remember to be aware of the risk when
considering the purchase, sale or use
of ‘grey imports’’. The note advises
Telescopic Handlers (TSH) sold into
Australia must be compliant in terms of
WH&S (OH&S) in meeting the required
standards and regulations.
The Note states: “In the internet age
where the TSH is global there is more
risk than ever of buying a second
hand imported TSH that despite the
advertising, does not comply with the
required standard of manufacture and
safety. These are often referred to as
‘Grey’ or ‘Parallel’ imports....”
The information sheet explains the
risks. “Sale or Use of Non-Compliant
‘Grey Import’ Telescopic Handlers”
is available at
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resources/information-sheets
WORKSAFE WA RENTAL
INDUSTRY PROJECT
Worksafe WA completed its 2012/2013
project into the hire industry focusing
on scaffolding and heavy (access)
machinery. Worksafe visited 35
workplaces issuing 299 improvement
notices in the areas of plant, hazardous
substances and mobile plant. Part
of the project was the publication
by Worksafe of the “Checklist and
Information for Heavy Machinery and
Scaffolding Hire”. The EWPA suggests
members download this document and
use it as a guidance tool.
PDF/Infokits/Heavy_machinery_and_
scaffold_hire.pdf)
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