Hybrid platform delivers savings

As part of a new order for Niftylifts, Tom Robinson, director of Lindum Plant and Shane Martin, plant manager, have taken delivery of their first Height Rider 17 (HR17) and Height Rider 21 (HR21) Hybrid platforms.

Robinson explains: "We strive for the Lindum fleet of machines to be among the youngest in the industry; this helps keep customers happy by limiting breakdowns and keeps our machines at the cutting edge of technology.

These Nifty HR17s and HR21s have SiOPS operator protection system and Hybrid power source. I am convinced I will be able to achieve a better return for our investment by offering equipment with a lower carbon footprint. "At just 4750kg for the HR17 and under 6500kg for the HR21, these machines are substantially lighter than some manufacturer's 45, 50 and 70 foot booms." The Niftylift Hybrid system uses a Tier 4 / EU Stage IIIB compliant 15kW engine coupled with a powerful electric motor. It is said to deliver a 5% increase in power-to-weight ratio and a 40 to 50% fuel saving.