Billennium Series – Tracked Spider Lift
Self-propelled, tracked spider lifts: the BT LINE range of aerial-work platforms changes the concept of working at height by combining the characteristics of self-propelled and wheeled-aerial platforms, with stabilised tracked-aerial platforms.
The goal was to create a single product that combined the key features of self-propelled, wheeled-aerial platforms, with stabilised tracked aerial platforms. Through extensive research and development, AlmaCrawler managed to develop the Billennium range which offers a morphologically unique product with a simpler user experience, and superior market adaptability. The end result caters to both the professional end-user, and the rental sector.
The B1570 and B1890 with a working height of 15m & 18m respectively, also have two different types of automatic stabilisation, Fixed (Visual) or Variable (Quick-PRO). There are also three power options available including, petrol engine (ETS version), diesel engine (EVO version) and full electric lithium (LTH version).
All versions showcase typical tracked platform size compactness (minimum width 0.78m) and a competitive maximum weight (2600kg, 2900 kg) to ensure transportability on traditional trailers.
With an operating outreach of 8.6m and 9.8m respectively, and a maximum load capacity in the basket of 230kg and 250kg, the Billennium Spiderbooms will also feature a series of new technological features:
- SPS (Self-Propelled Skilled System) – This new patent-pending system allows the use of the machine even without lowering the stabilisers, on slopes up to 10° longitudinally and up to 5° laterally. The platform can safely and directly be used up to 9m working heights, thanks to the advanced control and leveling systems of the machine.
- AWP (Adaptive Working Performance) – This new patent-pending system allows for the optimisation of the operational outreach. It calculates the stabilisation area in real time by measuring the angle of deployment of each individual stabiliser, the performance being determined by checking the actual stabilisation area in real time.
- Automatic Stabilisation – All Billennium models are equipped with the automatic stabilisation system as standard. Two choices include:
- A) Visual – Automatic stabilisation with a fixed area.
- B) Quick-PRO – Automatic Stabilisation with variable areas, it offers six different machine positioning configurations. Simple to choose through the onboard selector, it automatically interacts with the AWP system and gives the operator the best possible outreach performance.
- Undercarriage XXL – AlmaCrawler design which allows for an easier and safer daily loading / unloading as well as the selfpropelled capabilities of the Spiderbooms. This without sacrificing the typical size compactness (variable track 0.79 ÷ 1.39 m but with a longer track length – 2 m).
- ATS (Automatic Tensioner System) – Uniquely designed “ZERO MAINTENANCE” hydraulic system for the automatic tensioning of the track.
- Tasket Basket – The only resizable basket on the market, no disassembly needed, can go through narrow passages, and it extends from the minimum width of the aerial platform 0.79m to a comfortable-for-two 1.2m.
The Billennium Spiderboom was designed to complement AlmaCrawler’s already popular range of innovative tracked aerial platforms, including the Athena HE and Athena BL scissor lifts, the JIBBI telescopic boom lift, and the Multi Loader tracked carriers. Available with our intelligent, integrated anti-collision detection technology.
Through its all-terrain versatility for working safely at height, the Billennium Line is highly suited for construction and industrial applications, the arbor sector as well as building and park maintenance.
The Billennium range is available directly through Almac Pacific or our Australian exclusive national dealer, United Forklift and Access Solutions.
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Collision Detection – Technology Capabilities for a Higher ROI
We won’t compromise on safety, reliability or performance which is why we offer intelligent, integrated anti-collision sensors on our Jibbi, Athena and Billennium ranges, safeguarding you, and your equipment.
During machine operation, our advanced anti-collision sensors create an obstacle-detection zone above the operator, monitoring for any overhead obstructions that may result in unneccessary injury, or equipment/structural damage. The main sensors are installed on the top rail of the platform and are always active during operation. If a proximity breach is detected, the sensor triggers an audio and visual alarm, while locking all functions of the machine. The operator must then release the control and assess the surroundings.
Lowering functions will remain active. Should the operator decide to continue with elevation, a 3-second delay before re-engagement will occur.
For optimum protection and unbeatable performance, contact Almac Pacific today.
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Case Study – Uphire
The opinion of Nigel McKinley, the UpHire Managing Director
Whether the project is big or small, day or night, Uphire has the right equipment and hire solution for you. We of Uphire loves being first to market with new equipment, so back in 2016 when we first saw the unique capability of the Athena Bi-levelling scissor lift, Uphire had to have one, in fact we bought two, said Managing Director Nigel McKinley.
McKinley added “At the time the Athena 850 was a new machine in the Australian market and this unit offered something that other machines didn’t. The ability to level on slopes, uneven ground and inclines up to 20 degrees without outriggers was, and still is, something unique in our industry. This appealed to me and gave us a point of difference, which is important for any company. With a platform capacity of 250kg and a working height of 8 metres, the Athena 850 Bi-Levelling Scissor Lift is an exceptional machine for all your tasks. This machine can take on challenging landscapes and is designed to provide stability on uneven terrain, ensuring workers are protected and are able to work on the platform safely.”
What problem did the machine solve for the UpHire customer
Uphire, located in Sydney, added two more Athena 850 BL‘s in 2017 and a Jibbi 1250 EVO and the Athena 1090 EVO to its fleet in 2020. The features on these machines make it an easy choice for the “hard to get to” jobs where bigger conventional booms and scissors can’t because of size, weight and length restrictions for certain jobs. Recently Uphire had a customer that needed the Jibbi 1250 EVO to do high pressure water cleaning on a building in the City of Sydney. The light weight and rubber tracks of the Jibbi 1250 EVO was ideal as it was working on a foot path where there were underground services below. Overnight when the machine is packed up it’s nice and compact and doesn’t take up too much space and an added bonus is that it is much easier for a smaller truck to transport it through the busy CBD. The Athena 1090 EVO was perfect for another job, where a conventional scissor couldn’t fit because of the tight narrow access and there was weight restrictions as well. Steel plates were needed to be placed over a pit and then drive the Athena 1090 onto the plates to get close up to the building. The site engineers were amazed of the Bi Levelling capabilities along with the compact size of the machine. I can’t think of many other machines that would of been able to this job.
Contact Uphire today to secure one for your next project:
Ph: 1300 874 473
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