What are telescopic handlers?

Telescopic handlers are specialised machines designed to lift and move loads at different heights and distances. They consist of a chassis, an operator’s cab, and an extendable boom to which different attachments can be fitted depending on the task. They are suitable for rough terrain and offer working heights ranging from 6 to 17 metres, with a lifting capacity of up to 4,000 kg.

Applications of telescopic handlers by industry

• Construction: Transporting construction materials and steel structures, as well as loading, unloading, and carrying out maintenance work at height and over distance.
• Agriculture: Handling hay bales, forage, grain, or manure; loading trailers; feeding livestock; and performing other tasks requiring machines with interchangeable attachments.
• Industry and Logistics: Moving and stacking heavy loads, supplying production lines, and operating on uneven terrain.
• Waste Management and Recycling: Transporting recyclable materials, bulky waste, scrap metal, and rubble, helping to improve waste management operations.
• Mining and Quarrying: Transporting heavy materials and components, while supporting logistics and machinery maintenance.
• Events and Entertainment: Installing stages, grandstands, steel structures, and lighting systems quickly and safely.
• Other industries: Ports, railways, renewable energy, forestry, environmental projects, and many others.

In general, telescopic handlers are widely used in any activity requiring the lifting, handling, or transportation of heavy loads in challenging environments.

What Are Forklifts?

Forklifts are powered industrial vehicles designed to lift, transport, and stack heavy loads over short distances. They feature a vertical mast, forks, and a rear counterweight that provides stability during operation.

At Grúas Aguilar, we offer industrial and 4×4 models suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, with lifting capacities of up to 5,000 kg (4×2 models) and 3,500 kg (4×4 models).

Applications of Forklifts by Industry

Forklifts are used for a wide variety of tasks across many industries, particularly within industrial environments.

• Industry and Logistics: Improving efficiency in factories, warehouses, and production facilities by transporting raw materials and finished products, optimising inventory management, and reducing risks and manual handling.
• Construction: Rough-terrain models handle heavy materials on uneven ground, lift loads to different heights, and improve productivity by replacing manual transport or smaller cranes.
• Ports and Airports: In ports, forklifts facilitate the movement of containers and pallets. At airports, they are used to transport baggage, cargo, and supplies, ensuring fast and safe logistics operations.
• Distribution Centres and Warehouses: Electric forklifts are ideal for manoeuvring in confined spaces, stacking products on high shelving, and improving accuracy during picking and order preparation.
• Agriculture: Transporting seeds, fertilisers, and equipment around farms and greenhouses. Rough-terrain models operate efficiently on soft or uneven ground, improving productivity while reducing physical effort.
• Automotive Industry: Moving engines, chassis, tyres, and delicate components within production lines and warehouses, where electric models are especially valued for their precision, stability, and clean operation.

Other industries: Forklifts are also widely used in mining, recycling, retail, hospitals, and pharmaceutical facilities, demonstrating their versatility for moving materials safely and efficiently across many sectors.

What are basket trucks?

A Basket truck is a specialised vehicle fitted with an aerial work platform mounted on a hydraulic boom. It enables operators and their tools to safely reach elevated work areas for maintenance, installation, or inspection tasks.

At Grúas Aguilar, we offer Basket trucks with working heights of up to 20 metres, making them ideal for all types of work at height.

Applications of basket trucks by industry

Basket trucks are essential across many industries because they provide safe and efficient access to elevated work areas.

Electricity and Telecommunications: Allow technicians to access utility poles, towers, and overhead cables for installation, maintenance, and repair work, improving efficiency in both urban and rural areas.

Construction and Infrastructure: Used for façade repairs, window cleaning, painting, road signage installation, and public lighting maintenance, improving both safety and productivity.

Landscaping: Essential for tree pruning, park maintenance, and the installation of irrigation and lighting systems in difficult-to-access urban areas.

Emergency Services and Public Authorities: Firefighters and police use Basket trucks for rescue operations, inspections, and surveillance thanks to their speed, stability, and safety.

Events and Audiovisual Production: Facilitate the installation and adjustment of lighting, cameras, and technical equipment while reducing installation times and improving access.

Advertising: In the advertising industry, Basket trucks are used to install and maintain billboards, illuminated signs, and digital displays at height. Their precision and reach enable safe installation in high-visibility locations, improving the execution of urban and corporate advertising campaigns.

Other industries: They are also used in logistics, energy, and urban maintenance, providing safe solutions for temporary work at height.

What Are Self-Propelled Transport Rollers?

Self-propelled transport rollers are compact powered transport systems with a high load capacity, designed to move and position heavy machinery and loads in industrial, logistics, and construction environments. They typically consist of a powered front unit with rear support units. Their electric drive system also makes them ideal for indoor use.

Applications of Self-Propelled Transport Rollers by Industry

Self-propelled transport rollers are widely used, particularly within industrial and logistics sectors.

• Heavy Industry and Manufacturing: Used to move large machinery, moulds, and presses within factories and workshops, reducing the need for cranes and minimising the risks associated with manual handling.
• Logistics and Warehousing: In warehouses and logistics centres, they facilitate the movement of pallets, containers, and bulky equipment while optimising workflow in confined spaces.
• Construction and Civil Engineering: Used to move and accurately position heavy materials such as beams, prefabricated structures, and compressors on construction sites and large-scale engineering projects.
• Energy and Power Generation: Transporting turbines, transformers, and motors, making installation and maintenance work more efficient without relying exclusively on cranes.
• Mining and Quarrying: Moving heavy equipment in mines and quarries, improving safety and operational efficiency in confined or hazardous environments.
• Aerospace and Transport Manufacturing: Used in aircraft and automotive manufacturing plants to move fuselages, engines, and chassis with the precision required for delicate assembly operations.
• Ports and Cargo Handling: Optimising the movement of containers and heavy equipment within port facilities.
• Other applications: They are also used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food production, hospitals, laboratories, and museums to transport sensitive equipment safely, quietly, and accurately.

In addition to the equipment listed above, Grúas Aguilar also offers other specialised machinery, including skidding systems, hydraulic jacks, and other specialist equipment. This complements our range of services, allowing us to provide our customers with the most suitable equipment for every project.