HT2506
Telehandlers
Lifting capacity: 2,500 kg.
Max. lift height: 6.00 m.
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This case study describes how an HT3510 telehandler supports timber and modular formwork handling on a building project where materials must be moved quickly, precisely and safely. By combining fork handling with a compact boom, the telehandler helps crews transport timber, shuttering panels and accessories without relying on repeated manual lifting or larger lifting equipment for every move.alfasihire+3
On a construction site, an HT3510 telehandler is used to handle timber beams and modular formwork systems. The machine moves materials from storage areas to active work zones and places components where the formwork crew needs them, helping the project stay organized and efficient.
With a 3.5 ton capacity, 10 m lift height and compact design, the telehandler supports stacking, delivery and precise positioning of timber and panel formwork in tight building areas. This makes it a practical material handling solution for shuttering and temporary structure work.
The customer is a building contractor working on a reinforced concrete project that requires a steady supply of timber and modular formwork components. The site includes slab edges, wall zones and column areas where formwork must be assembled, adjusted and moved repeatedly throughout the day.
Materials arrive in bundled packages and need to be transferred from the yard to the working face in the correct sequence. Because the project area is busy and space is limited, the contractor needs equipment that can travel easily, lift accurately and support fast material flow.
Timber beams, plywood sheets and modular formwork panels are long, awkward to carry and difficult to move by hand across a crowded site.
The project required a machine that could lift material bundles safely from ground storage and deliver them to upper working levels or distant setup points.
Formwork systems need precise placement so crews can assemble frames, supports and panels without wasting time on repeated repositioning.
The site also had narrow access routes and temporary obstacles, making compact manoeuvrability and controlled boom reach important.
HAMAC supplied an HT3510 telehandler fitted with pallet forks and fork extensions for handling timber and modular formwork materials. The telehandler combines forklift-style transport with telescopic reach, making it suitable for moving bundled construction materials around the site.
HT3510 provides a 3.5 ton rated capacity, a 10 m lift height and a compact chassis that works well in confined construction areas. The fork setup allows the operator to handle timber bundles, shuttering packs and formwork accessories while keeping the load stable and balanced during travel and placement.
At the storage area, the telehandler unloads timber bundles and formwork pallets from delivery trucks and places them in organized staging zones. This keeps the yard clear and helps crews access the right materials without delay.
For slab and wall work, HT3510 lifts timber beams, modular frames and panel stacks to the required level and delivers them near the formwork assembly area. The operator uses the boom to make small height and reach adjustments so the crew can receive the material in the right position.
When modular formwork systems need to be moved between work faces, the telehandler transports the components safely across uneven ground and around temporary site obstacles. This reduces manual carrying and keeps the formwork workflow moving smoothly.
The telehandler also assists with cleanup and return logistics by collecting unused timber, relocating empty pallets and moving dismantled formwork parts back to storage after each pour cycle.
Operators confirm the weight and balance of each timber bundle or formwork pallet before lifting, especially when handling long or uneven loads. Fork spacing and load centre are adjusted to match the material type.
Travel paths are kept clear of workers and loose materials, and spotters are used when moving loads near formwork crews or around temporary edges. The team coordinates movements by radio or hand signals to keep lifting and assembly operations synchronized.
Regular checks of forks, boom joints, tyres and hydraulic systems help ensure reliable performance on a site that involves dust, repeated loading and constant material movement.
Using the HT3510 telehandler for timber and modular formwork handling improves site logistics by reducing manual handling and speeding up material delivery to the work face.
The contractor can organize storage more effectively, keep formwork components moving in sequence and support faster assembly of temporary structures and concrete formwork systems.
The compact machine, strong capacity and precise fork control help improve safety, reduce damage to timber and panel systems, and keep the project on schedule.
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