HT2506
Telehandlers
Lifting capacity: 2,500 kg.
Max. lift height: 6.00 m.
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Steel structure projects require reliable material handling from the first truck delivery to final roofing and finishing work. A telehandler can help unload steel materials, move palletized supplies across rough ground, stage components near installation areas and place approved loads at elevated work zones.
A telehandler is especially useful for steel building construction because its telescopic boom provides lift height and forward reach beyond a standard forklift. It can support daily site logistics for roof panels, purlins, insulation, bolts, scaffolding, tools, packaged materials and approved steel components.
However, a telehandler does not replace every crane lift. Major structural steel beams, columns, critical suspended loads and engineered erection lifts must follow the project lifting plan, manufacturer instructions, approved attachment configuration and local safety requirements.
Explore the HAMAC telehandler range for construction, industrial, warehouse and outdoor material-handling applications.
| Work Task | Typical Materials | Telehandler Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Truck Unloading | Steel purlins, roof panels, scaffold packs, bolt pallets and packaged materials | Clears delivery vehicles quickly and moves materials into planned storage areas. |
| Ground Transport | Pallets, steel accessories, tools, insulation and installation supplies | 4x4 mobility helps move materials across gravel, compacted soil and temporary site roads. |
| Elevated Material Supply | Roofing packs, insulation, fasteners, scaffold parts and palletized supplies | Places materials closer to elevated work zones, subject to the official load chart. |
| Outdoor Storage | Steel materials, pallets, fabricated parts and building supplies | Supports organized stacking and material access around the construction site. |
| Maintenance Support | Tools, spare parts, maintenance materials and equipment accessories | Provides flexible site logistics during construction and later facility maintenance. |
By using a telehandler for daily unloading, staging and material supply, contractors can keep the main crane focused on critical structural lifts. This can reduce waiting time and improve material flow around steel building projects.
| Feature | HT3510 Telehandler | HT5014 Telehandler |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Capacity | 3.5 ton | 5 ton |
| Maximum Lift Height | 10 m | 14 m |
| Best-Fit Project | Medium-height steel buildings, warehouses, workshops and daily material supply | Higher industrial structures, heavier material packs and longer-reach placement |
| Typical Materials | Scaffold packs, roof materials, insulation, purlins, bolt pallets and general site supplies | Heavy pallets, steel accessories, roofing packs, industrial materials and elevated storage loads |
| Key Benefit | 4x4 mobility, 10m lift height and flexible steering for changing construction sites | More capacity, higher placement and larger operating range for demanding projects |
The HAMAC HT3510 3.5 ton 10m telehandler is suitable for medium-height steel structure projects where contractors need flexible daily handling. The HAMAC HT5014 5 ton 14m telehandler is better suited to projects requiring higher placement, heavier material packs or more forward reach. Actual lifting capacity depends on the boom position, load centre and attachment used.
Long reach is useful when materials must be placed near roof edges, behind scaffolding, across barriers or onto elevated work platforms. However, available lifting capacity normally decreases as the boom rises or extends forward.
| Check Before Lifting | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Total Load Weight | Include steel materials, pallet, steel stillage, packaging, forks, attachment and lifting accessories. |
| Load Centre | Long purlins, steel beams and wide material packs can move the centre of gravity farther forward. |
| Lift Height and Forward Reach | Higher and farther boom positions normally reduce available safe lifting capacity. |
| Attachment Approval | Use pallet forks, jib or other attachments only when approved for the telehandler and the task. |
| Ground Condition | The machine must stand on firm, stable ground away from trenches, soft edges and unsafe slopes. |
| Work Zone Control | Keep people outside the lifting area and use a spotter if visibility is restricted. |
A 3.5 ton telehandler does not automatically lift 3,500 kg at 10m, and a 5 ton telehandler does not automatically lift 5,000 kg at 14m. Always use the official load chart for the exact machine, attachment, boom height and forward reach. Attachments and long loads can change the load centre and reduce the permitted capacity.[551][554]
| Before Work Starts | Check |
|---|---|
| Load | Confirm material weight, dimensions, centre of gravity and packaging condition. |
| Attachment | Confirm fork length, fork spacing, approved attachment and secure locking. |
| Load Chart | Check capacity for the planned lift height, forward reach and attachment configuration. |
| Ground | Confirm firm ground, safe slope, clear route and sufficient distance from trenches or edges. |
| Overhead Area | Check steel members, scaffold, power lines, roof structures and overhead obstructions. |
| Work Zone | Set an exclusion zone and use a spotter when the operator cannot see the load or placement area. |
Pallet forks are commonly used for roof panels, insulation, bolt pallets, tools and packaged building materials. Longer forks may be required for selected material packs, but they can change load centre and available capacity.
A lifting jib or hook attachment may be used only when it is approved for the telehandler, compatible with the planned load and covered by the appropriate load chart and project lift plan. Do not suspend loads from chains or slings placed directly over standard forks unless the machine manufacturer and project procedures specifically permit the arrangement.
A telehandler can improve steel structure project productivity by supporting daily truck unloading, ground transport, high-level material supply and organized site storage. Select the machine based on real load weight, required lift height, forward reach, attachment and worksite conditions.
Contact HAMAC for telehandler selection, steel structure material handling solutions and quotation.
Can a telehandler install steel beams?
A telehandler can support approved material handling and auxiliary placement tasks. Critical steel beam, column and suspended-load lifts must follow the engineered lift plan, equipment manual, approved attachment requirements and local safety rules.
Is a 10m telehandler suitable for steel building construction?
A 10m telehandler can be suitable for medium-height steel buildings, roof material supply, scaffolding packs and daily construction materials. Confirm the real load, reach and attachment against the official load chart.
Why does forward reach affect telehandler capacity?
As the boom extends, the load is farther from the machine and creates more leverage. Available lifting capacity normally decreases, so the official load chart must be checked.
What attachment is best for steel structure materials?
Pallet forks are common for palletized roof panels, insulation, fasteners and packaged materials. Use a jib or hook attachment only when approved for the telehandler and included in the project lifting plan and correct attachment load chart.
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