Steel covers for JLG

Steel covers for JLG

JLG is switching to steel covers on its diesel/gas powered boom lift line beginning with the 600S, 800S and 800A models for the American market.

The new covers were already being fitted to units on the production line last week.

The change comes largely in response to customer demand for covers that are easier to repair and less expensive to replace. They are also more likely to hold the orange colour, something that the composite covers are not noted for in areas that see a lot of sun.

The steel covers will also be available for the after market from JLG Ground Support and factory approved retrofit kits will also be available for lifts built prior to October 4th 2010.

The retrofit kits consist of a complete steel hood assembly package, including mounting weldments and hardware, along with detailed installation instructions. The following products will have retrofit kits available: 600, 800 and 860 series of telescopic boom lifts along with the 740 and 800 series articulated boom lifts.

Chris Mellott, JLG vice-president - sales and market development for the Americas said: “We listened to the feedback of our customers and worked with our development team to reduce the total cost of ownership and increase the longevity of our boom lifts. The upgrade to steel hoods adds a unique design element to our industry-leading engine-powered boom lifts and we are proud to offer these improvements to our customers.”

European models will continue to be fitted with composite covers at least for the immediate future.