Genie Launches Pick-and-Carry Telehandler for Large Material-Intensive Jobsites

The new Genie GTH-1544 pick-and-carry telehandler is designed to move materials efficiently across large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, steel erection, industrial maintenance and energy applications. With a 15,000 pound lift capacity and a 44-foot, 7-inch lift height, the GTH-1544 delivers productivity over a full shift, not just a single lift. Unlike traditional pick-and-place telehandlers that rely on stabilizers, Genie’s pick-and-carry design enables operators to transport materials quickly and complete more cycles per shift. Operators benefit from higher usable capacity throughout the lifting envelope and the ability to make frequent lifts without deploying stabilizers. A cab with 360 degree visibility enhances … Read more

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Genie Introduces Lift Guard Zone Lighting for GS Scissor Lifts, Lanyard Alert

Genie introduces two new accessories: Lift Guard Zone Lighting and Lift Guard Lanyard Alert. Lift Guard Zone Lighting improves awareness of the perimeter for several models of GS scissor lifts. It features red laser lights that create a visual boundary at ground level about two feet from the edge of the chassis. The bright beam is about .6 inches thick and visible in any indoor lighting condition. The light uses a glass lens that will not fade over time, unlike plastic LED lights. This helps operators see the perimeter clearance and signals nearby workers that they may be entering the … Read more

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3 Considerations to Combat Equipment Theft

By Erik Webb One of the challenges faced by construction superintendents is site security and equipment theft, which can lead to financial loss, project delays and safety hazards. According to the American Rental Association, loss due to equipment theft is estimated at $100 million annually. Equipment that is easy to load on a trailer, such as telehandlers or scissor lifts, are some of the most often targeted. Beyond the direct financial impact, there are indirect costs associated with increased insurance rates and delayed timelines. The responsibility for reporting and recovery typically involves multiple parties, including the site superintendent, in addition … Read more

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