29.07.2006

JLG to launch TM12 look alike

JLG is currently going through an extended test and evaluation
process for a new micro lift using a telescopic steel box section
mast type lift mechanism.
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The JLG 1230ES an orange and cream TM12?

The new model is expected to carry the designation 1230ES, signifying Electric Scissor with 12ft platform height. The prototype features a 1,359mm overall length and 722mm overall width,
with a gross weight of 725 kgs.

The new model looks very much like a TM12 clone, although JLG has introduced a number of significant differentials and improvements, such as direct electric drive, a multi-stage lift cylinder- avoiding the need for chains, excellent access to components, a two piece saloon style gate and a marginally lower overall weight.
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The new JLG uses the same electric drive as the ES scissor range

The new model will join a wide range of mast type self propelled lifts by JLG, this unit though has simply taken the TM12 spec, which until UpRight ran into difficulties was the market leader, and improved on it. The steel mast is preffered by contractors.

the most popular model currently is the Genie Runabout range which uses an aluminium mast form its AWP range.

The lift is at a prototype stage of course and so may well change prior to launch, probably at the ARA in February.