Experience Issue Spring 2016

Issue spring 01/2016
A publication of RUTHMANN GmbH & Co. KG www.ruthmann.de
REVOLUTION on 2 axes
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® T 510 HF
Features
HYBRIDpower and
COCKPIT
Service
Working Platform
Seminar
Exhibition Reviews
... around the world
Customer Interview
Beyer Mietservice
AP Lift

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INHALT
CONTENTS
Topic overview
4...........Message from Management
6...........Cover Story
51 m on 2 axes –
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER
10...........Global News
Denmark, The Netherlands, Poland, USA,
Belgium, Spain
15...........Features
HYBRIDpower, RUTHMANNCOCKPIT,
Bird‘s-eye view
19...........People
STEIGER ® T 510 HF in operation at bridge
works.
22...........New Products
STEIGER ® T 360
STEIGER ® T 170
SKYBIRD 215I
28...........Service
31...........Exhibition Reviews
... around the world
33...........Customer Story CARGOLOADER ®
35...........Customer Interview
Beyer Mietservice, Germany
AP Lift, Spain
41...........Dealer Story
42............... Imprint
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MESSAGE FROM MANAGEMENT
REVOLUTION
Innovations with true
added value
Pictures in cooperation with Movie Park Germany.
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MESSAGE FROM MANAGEMENT
Uwe Stapper, Uwe Strotmann, Rolf Kulawik
Dear customers, interested
parties, dear readers,
The second issue of our
RUTHMANN magazine was
completed perfectly in time for
the mega industry event “bauma
2016”.
We invite you to get exclusive
impressions of innovations that
we will be showing for the first
time at the exhibition.
At the same time, we present a
review relating to the great
events that have happened since
the date of the first publication
of our Experience magazine in
the fall of 2015.
This reminds us once more to
say THANK YOU. First and
foremost to our customers as
our continued success in 2015
stems from the trust you place
in us. Once again turnover
increased significantly in all
business fields in 2014.
Further continuous stable
numbers are envisaged for the
current fiscal year 2016 thanks
to the high order backlog and
the orders which were already
received during the first three
months. We foresee increased
growth again this year compared
with the 2015 figures.
We will further optimize the
production run and output and
build additional capacities to
meet the increasing demand and
to continue to offer attractive
delivery times.
With our bauma trade fair motto
“REVOLUTION”, that can also be
seen as the “RUTHMANN
EVOLUTION”, we want to
document that we have created
product innovations which
offer true added value for our
customers. We have attained
this with creative ideas and
progressive development which
is significantly influenced by
our market experience.
We promise you that after the
bauma it will not be the end!
We will continue at full pelt!
Your RUTHMANN
MANAGEMENT
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COVER STORY
51 m on 2 axes –
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER
At bauma 2016, we will be adding two brand new “highflex”-STEIGER ® -models to our extremely
successful HEIGHT performance-series.
Providing world record
performance capabilities in a
highly competitive environment,
always works to the customer’s
advantage. Over the past several
years, we at RUTHMANN have
become market leader in the
large-scale equipment segment.
Continuous innovations have
made it all possible. The many
exciting HEIGHT performancemodels,
have given us an
excellent name throughout the
entire industry. The two new
STEIGER ® T 510 HF and T 570
HF models being presented at
bauma 2016, are an indication
that we intend to further
strengthen and expand our
market-leading position in
Germany and around the world.
Selection galore
With over 200 HEIGHT
performance-units now sold
since the series was first
launched in 2012, these exciting
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® -models
probably belong to the most
successful large-scale, truckmounted
aerial work platform
series in the world. Even before
these most-recent additions
– which the company refers to
as “highflex” models – our
customers had already had the
largest selection of models to
choose from. We would also like
to emphasize that all models in
the popular series have a
modular design featuring many
identical parts/components.
This design not only maximizes
operating comfort and
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COVER STORY
convenience but also ensures
that individual parts are readily
available at all times. The two
new ‘highflex’ models are a nice
addition to the other seven
HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® -models with working
heights that range from 38 m
to 72 m.
World record
through
engineering
proficiency
The STEIGER ® T 510 HF features
a 51 m working height. This is
the first time ever that a truckmounted
aerial work platform
manufacturer has been able to
offer a working height of over 50
m on a 2-axle truck chassis. The
new T 510 HF is even available
on an all-wheel drive chassis. In
the 50 m category – which until
now had only been available on
3-axle trucks – T 510 HF
customers/operators will have
an extremely competitive model
at their disposal. A 2-axle chassis
is much lighter, less expensive,
and more agile. With a maximum
lateral outreach of 33 m, it soon
becomes clear that the T 510 HF
signifies a real engineering
breakthrough. It offers 3 more
metres of working height and
1 additional metre in lateral
outreach compared to the
STEIGER ® T 480 – the previous
leader in this category.
Maximum agility
when working up
high
The “HF” in the name of both
brand new STEIGER ® -models
stands for “highflex”. This term
encapsulates the extraordinary
developments in basket and jib
rotation angle design that
maximize operational versatility
and mobility at the job site. The
maximum highflex basket
rotation angle is an amazing 440°
and the jib (RÜSSEL ® ) has a
rotation angle of 220°.
With the unique basket design
and time-tested “upright work
basket” concept, highflex
operators are able to reach high
up objects with utmost precision
and agility. New possibilities also
arise when working “below
ground” and “up, over and
behind” objects. The highflex
development gives operators
many technical advantages at
the job site and provides added
value for our customers.
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COVER STORY
Length is
paramount
The telescopic system of the
upper boom has been further
extended to provide operators
with even greater versatility.
Since 2012, our customers have
also opted for models in the
HEIGHT performance-series
because of the long upper boom
system with long telescoping
extension. The maximum upper
boom length gives the operator
the reach capabilities needed
when working up high. With the
revised telescoping upper boom
system, highflex operators now
have an additional 2.5 m of
upper boom reach at their
disposal. The maximum total
length of the telescoping upper
boom system with jib (RÜSSEL ® )
is now 18.5 m – another
practical, market-leading
feature.
Ideal for “under
and over” as well
as “over and
under”
The new highflex-models still
feature our tried and tested
“upright work basket.” This
innovative concept provides
tremendous benefits at the job
site. When navigating around
objects high off the ground (e.g.
under existing pipelines), the jib
can be carefully positioned to
allow work to be carried out
behind the pipe. On highflex
models, this advantage is further
enhanced by the new work
basket/jib design. The swivelling
jib provides a 2 x 220° basket
rotation angle. Operators of
these new STEIGER ® -models
can easily navigate over objects
with the jib in lowered/
retracted position and still have
a basket rotation angle of up to
440° at their disposal. With this
innovative new boom system,
assignments on masts/poles,
buildings, and overhangs can be
carried out with greater
precision than ever before.

COVER STORY
The second new
innovation
Our management and engineers
soon realized that a second
STEIGER ® -model could be
developed and constructed
simultaneously using the same
innovative parts/components
utilized in the T 510 HF. The
second new highflex STEIGER ®
T 570 HF has a 57 m working
height and 41 m lateral outreach.
It offers the same benefits as the
T 510 HF, but is designed for
3-axle truck chassis with a 26 t
gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR).
Highflex chassis
selection
As with almost all other
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® units,
highflex models are available on
a wide variety of different makes
and models. There are all-wheel
drive chassis for amazing offroad
capabilities, vehicles under
4 m in height with compact
overall length, and GVWcompliant
trucks with sufficient
load capacity. The STEIGER ®
advantages are truly astounding.
Many useful
accessories
On models in the popular
HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® -series, customers can
choose from a wide range of
options. The two newest models
in this series are no exception.
The list includes hybrid
powertrains, outrigger LED
flood lights, folding seats and TV
camera brackets, Lift-Up
Systems, material winches,
diverse heating systems, and
hyCLEANER adapters. Almost
anything is possible. Standard
options such as outrigger pads
and box bodies on loading beds
are, of course, also included.
Our motto at the bauma 2016
trade show is “REVOLUTION.”
This can also be interpreted as
“RUTHMANN-EVOLUTION”.
Through creative ideas,
experience, and progressive
development, the responsible
players have provided
customers with tremendous
added value and benefits.
Preview of
upcoming
innovations: T 650
HF and T 750 HF
Good news for prospective
German and global clients
interested in truck-mounted
aerial work platforms with even
greater performance
capabilities. At bauma 2016, we
will be announcing the addition
of two more highflex STEIGER ®
models, scheduled to make their
debut in October, 2016, that can
be ordered now. The names of
the upcoming models – T 650
HF and T 750 HF – give us a hint
of what lies ahead.
We also plan to launch two more
STEIGER ® -models in other
categories this year. This means
that the German manufacturer
will introduce a total of six new
STEIGER ® truck-mounted aerial
work platforms in 2016 alone. •

GLOBAL NEWS
Denmark
Another HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ® for Denmark
The rental company Slagelse Liftudlejning ApS (Denmark) quickly realised the HEIGHT performanceseries
was the perfect solution to offer its customers in the large-scale truck mounted segment.
The delivery of the STEIGER ® ‘s
T 540 took place on site at our
factory in Gescher-Hochmoor.
During the delivery and training
on our HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® ‘s T 540, Anders
Lindboe (Slagelse Liftudlejning
throughout the entire purchase
process!”
“Several unique features made
the difference for the
RUTHMANN‘s T 540. Especially
the concept of the up to 16 m
long upper boom including the
additionally movable basket
In addition to its compact size
– a total length of only 11.90 m
and a height of 3.90 m –
Slagelse’s latest flagship: the
STEIGER ® T 540 excels with
optimum performance specs of
54 m working height and 40 m
outreach.
We – the team of RUTHMANN
– are proud that we, together
with our competent Danish sales
and service partner TIME
DANMARK, could convince the
well-known Danish rental
company Slagelse Liftudlejning
ApS that the HEIGHT
performance-STEIGER ® was
the right choice.
For more information on
Slagelse Liftudlejning ApS visit:
www.slagelselift.dk •
Pictured here from left to right: Per Trend Poulsen (TIME DANMARK),
Anders Lindboe (Slagelse Liftudlejning), Herman Rasmussen (TIME DANMARK)
and Arnt Valsted (Slagelse Liftudlejning).
ApS) confirmed his reasons for
purchasing this model: “The first
impressions we got from
RUTHMANN and our sales and
service partner >TIME
DANMARK< was decisive for us.
We felt safe with both
companies and perfectly advised
boom makes the T 540 stand out
from its competitors. With our
new T 540, we are now the only
rental company in Denmark
with a truck-mounted platform
with a outreach of 40 m. This
gives us a real competitive
advantage.”
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GLOBAL NEWS
The Netherlands
Kamphuis takes delivery of 2 HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ®
– one with HYBRIDpower
Our long-standing customer
– Kamphuis – has just taken
delivery of a HEIGHT
performance-STEIGER ® T 480
and T 720.
Kamphuis is one of the leading
aerial work platform rental
companies in the Netherlands.
The well-known company added
the very first STEIGER ® T 540 to
its fleet in 2013. Because this
model has performed so
brilliantly, the company decided
to order a T 480 and T 720 as
well.
The HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® T 720 that Kamphuis
Poland
ordered, is equipped with
HYBRIDpower.
The illustrated T 720 and the
T 480 are naturally equipped
with all the technical, typical and
useful features which all other
models of the HEIGHT performance
STEIGER ® offer as well.
For example, a long upper boom
with movable RÜSSEL ® (jib), the
biggest working basket in its
class, a support/ outrigger
control from two control units
at the vehicle rear side and a
second control unit in the
working basket.
CITY-STEIGER ® TU 285 for Warsaw
The handover of the HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® duo. RUTHMANN Area Sales Manager,
Bernd Wiesmann (on the left) is happy to hand
over both models to Emiel Kamphuis (on the right).
Mr. Kamphuis is General Manager of Kamphuis
Hoogwerkers Group.
Further detailed information on
the Hybridpower can be found in
this magazine in the ‘Functions’
category. •
Beginning of November a
CITY-STEIGER ® TU 285 started
towards Poland. In Warsaw
it will be handed over to the
local working platform rental
company Smielak. Everything
is handled by our experienced,
competent Polish Sales and
Service partner “Windex” (from
Chojnice).
Our CITY-STEIGER ® TU 285
offers a very special mix of
excellent capacity data,
combined with optimal
technical equipment as well
as very compact sizes.
It will be as well soon in use in
Warsaw at the working platform
rental company Smielak: Our
CITY-STEIGER ® TU 285. •
(Centre and right) Andrzej Aszyk (owner and CEO of Windex) and Andre
Gerdes (Area Sales Manager RUTHMANN) at the handover of the TU 285 in
our factory in Gescher-Hochmoor.
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GLOBAL NEWS
USA
Blade Platforms USA relies on HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ®
Our American sales and service partners TIME sold a RUTHMANN T 175 A * – mounted on a 4-axle
Freightliner – to the American working platform rental company Blade Platforms. ( * corresponds to
our HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ® T 540).
to climbers who can take only
very limited tools and materials
on the rope. Alternatively, the
scaffolding of a wind power
plant is often economically
inefficient.
The RUTHMANN T 175 A corresponds to our HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ®
T 540. Before the mounting works took place, the stage construction had been
specially adapted for the North American market. So it fulfills, for example,
ANSI (American National Standards Institute) standards which are valid in North
America.
The RUTHMANN T 175 A is part
of a comprehensive shortmedium
term Blade market
strategy as the Rental Division of
our partner time has rented
another RUTHMANN T 175 A
(on 3-axle Freightliner) to Blade
Platforms.
The professional truck-mounted
platform is used primarily for
maintenance works of wind
turbines, carried out by Blade‘s
own employees, alongside rental
deployment.
Ultimately, the Blade employees
themselves gained such a positive
impression of our working
platform of a leased T 175 A
during their work assignments,
which now led to the purchase.
For operations of wind turbines
a very high stability, flexibility
and maximum performance data
are demanded by a truckmounted
platform. These
parameters are met with flying
colors by the RUTHMANN T 175
A. As with the other models of
our HEIGHT performanceseries,
the largest customer
benefit with the T 175 A as well is
the long outreach of the upper
boom – in a very large working
height.
Furthermore, this truckmounted
platform scores with a
working basket load capacity of
up to 600 kg, so that the
“additional lifting” of tools and
material is no problem for the
RUTHMANN T 175 A. And the
3.7 m² large working basket
surface offers enough space for
one or more craftsmen, the
working platform operator and
the required working material
as well for their tools. These are
decisive advantages compared
Safe working on 3.7 square meters –
currently the largest working basket
in the industry – 3.82 m x 0.97 m –
allows craftsmen or technicians comfortable
working at dizzy heights. And
the 600 kg working basket load can
carry even heavy material to the site.
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GLOBAL NEWS
Based on the good experiences
with the T 175 A (T 540), Blade
Platforms decided for the T 235 A
as well. The T 235 A (T 720) was
shipped as kit version to the
USA and was mounted on a
Kenworth 5-axis-chassis at
TIME Manufacturing in Texas.
Blade Platforms provides truckmounted
working platforms
with a working height of 54 m to
103 m for rent in throughout
North America. More
information about Blade
Platforms can be found at:
www.bladeplatforms.com •
RUTHMANN T 235 A
Belgium
RUTHMANN counts on HDW Belux in Belgium
HDW Belux is our new sales and service partner for our STEIGER ® range in Belgium. This step was
necessary and practical after HDW Nederland acquired BV TIME Benelux - our previous Belgian sales
and service partner. The new company has been renamed HDW Belux. Sales and service of our
STEIGER ® are thus now located in Tienen, Belgium - where TIME Benelux had to date a depot.
HDW has taken over the
complete TIME Benelux
workforce to guarantee the
continuation of technical and
commercial know-how and thus
to continue to fulfil customer
wishes and needs to the utmost
satisfaction,
HDW has been successful as
Genie distributor in the aerial
working platform world for over
30 years, including large parts of
Eastern Europe and the Benelux
countries. In addition, HDW also
distributes truck-mounted lifts
of the Italian brand Isoli and
Teupen spider lifts. And in
addition to this - VERSALIFT ®
lifts since last year as well.
Further information can be
found at: www.hdwnl.com/en •
Furthermore, the HDW Belux
team will be reinforced with the
addition of Mike Van den Bosch
who will be responsible for all
commercial activities for
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® as well.
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GLOBAL NEWS
Spain
AMCO is our export partner of the year
Over the past 5 months, our representative in Spain has been “firing on all cylinders”.
We are continuously expanding
our worldwide dealer and
service network. In Spain,
AMCO Machinery & Consulting
has been responsible for the
sales and service activities of
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® aerial
work platforms since the middle
of the year. AMCO has been so
successful in marketing our
STEIGER ® brand in such a short
period of time that it has now
been named ‘2015 Sales and
Service Partner of the Year.’
With this annual award,
RUTHMANN recognizes the
outstanding achievements of its
representatives in other
countries.
Compared to other worldwide
sales and service partners,
AMCO provided RUTHMANN
with the highest volume of
incoming orders.
The jury was also impressed
with how quickly and
professionally AMCO
implemented the jointly agreed
upon milestones for a successful
partnership. From
communicating over the
internet, in trade magazines, and
newsletters to conducting
customer visits and
demonstrations, AMCO has
been successful at every level. It
is safe to say that AMCO is
responsible for the rapid and
incredible sales performance we
enjoy in Spain today.
The highly efficient sales and
service partners play a key role
in the level of success that we
enjoy around the world today.
Strong, local sales partners are
close to the customer because
they speak the language and are
familiar with the local customs
and business practices. They
know the right marketing
strategies for RUTHMANN
products and provide excellent
advice and after-sales service to
foreign customers.
Uwe Strotmann made the
following comment: “We are
extremely pleased with the
successful start we have had
with AMCO and will soon be
reporting on further deliveries
of our STEIGER ® work platforms
to customers in Spain.”
AMCO Machinery & Consulting
is a Spanish company under
German management and is
based in Gijon. The focus
through expert knowledge is on
the international marketing of
mobile and caterpillar cranes as
well as working platforms and
second-hand machines. The
company advises its global
customer base within the AMCO
Asset Management with
globalisation and expansion
projects, fleet configurations,
export/import and creating
machine evaluations. •
This year, RUTHMANN’s International Sales & Service Partner Meeting – held
on November 6, 2015 – was accompanied by a traditional and very lively
Oktoberfest celebration. The nominees for the ‘Sales and Service Partner of
the Year Award’ were announced during the festivities. Bert Wiegel – General
Manager of AMCO Machinery and Consulting – was proclaimed winner of this
prestigious award.
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FEATURES
HYBRIDpower
Green power for more possibilities.
Our HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® can now be equipped
with HYBRIDpower as well. It
features an additional battery
pack/electric motor for extremely
quiet and emission-free
operation. When working in
pedestrian zones or inside
enclosed/partially enclosed
buildings, HYBRIDpower is by
far the most sensible solution.
With HYBRIDpower, we fulfill
customer wishes for ecological
and also economical propulsion
alternatives for our STEIGER ®
truck-mounted aerial work
platforms. HYBRIDpower by
RUTHMANN saves diesel fuel
because the vehicle’s engine
does not need to be running
during the few boom
movements in the air/at the
object. Here, the STEIGER ® can
be operated with battery power
only. Since the vehicle does not
have to be started up/shut down
as often, there is also less engine
wear.
Furthermore, should the
vehicle’s engine malfunction
during operation (with the
boom high off the ground),
HYBRIDpower by RUTHMANN
also serves as a very practical
emergency backup motor. •
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FEATURES
Movement rediscovered
New milestone set with “RUTHMANNCOCKPIT”
At the Platformers‘ Days trade
show, we unveiled our new,
ultra-modern control panel,
known as the “COCKPIT”. The
full-colour graphic display,
clearly arranged keys, and
functional joysticks set new
standards in operational
convenience.
Menu buttons
Customer benefits are a
number one priority for us at
RUTHMANN. Our company
has been developing and
programming our own
sophisticated control technology
for decades. Continuously
optimized STEIGER ® controls
are safe, efficient, easy to
operate, and backed by round
the clock, 24/7, after-sales
service. Our underlying
principles, high-quality
standards and expertise have
also been incorporated in our
new “COCKPIT” control panel.
The ultra-modern “COCKPIT”
features a clear design and an
intuitive user interface. The keys
are sturdy so that everything in
the Cockpit can easily be
handled with work gloves.
In the upper area, the cockpit
features a comprehensive
information area with a
full-colour graphic display.
Hot keys
Here, there is space for up to
7 hot keys that control specific
STEIGER ® functions. Boom
positions, for example, can be
saved and floodlights on the
basket (optional) can be
switched on and off. There are
also 10 additional menu buttons
in the upper display area that
enable operators to retrieve
important vehicle information,
terrain conditions, boom
positions, and operating
instructions. The menu buttons
are also used to retrieve
important operational data from
the STEIGER ® ’s information and
diagnostic system.
Depending on the model, the
Cockpit is equipped with/
without a graphic display. Two
pre-installed (230 V and 24 V)
sockets are standard equipment.
The many additional features
optionally available can also
be retrofitted.
Three different display modes
adjust brightness to ensure
good readability in all lighting
conditions – during the day,
at night or in bright sunlight.
Every key is backlit and has a
status LED that indicates the
switching status.
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FEATURES
In the lower part of the control
panel, the joysticks and
ergonomic hand rest ensure
relaxed and sensitive navigation
of the work platform. This
guards against operation/
accidental misuse. 16 centrally
configured function keys with
familiar icons facilitate efficient
and safe operation of many
different control functions.
These include the automatic
retraction mechanism,
automatic positioning of
outriggers, and switching the
vehicle engine on and off.
The new modular Cockpit is
extremely user-friendly.
All components can quickly
be replaced individually without
any degree of difficulty. •
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FEATURES
Bird‘s-eye view
The view around
Everyone who considers safety and operational
effectiveness as an important feature should equip
their STEIGER ® with a “bird’s-eye view”. The 360°
camera system displays everything in the driver’s
cabin that is happening around your STEIGER ® .
As well from the bird’s-eye view. To this effect,
four cameras are mounted to the vehicle and
telescopic boom. One at the front of the cooling
grill (see below), one to the left and to the right on
the boom and one at the rear of the vehicle rear.
As demonstrated on the left, the bird’s-eye view
system can represent every camera individually
on the screen. The system offers the possibility to
position, for example, the supports thanks to the
all-round view without incurring any greater
danger. This then, for example, prevents that
objects can be damaged or leant on manhole
covers. •
Camera in the front
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PEOPLE
RUTHMANN competence: structural stability and safety
Professional expert, Dr. Eng. Robert Krause has been stability analyst on RUTHMANN’s highly
motivated and top-performing design team since March, 2014.
Dr. Eng. Krause is a civil
engineer specialization in
modeling and simulation
techniques. He is 31 years old,
married and has two children.
Robert Krause earned his
doctorate degree in Simulation
Technology from the University
of Stuttgart (Clusters of
Excellence) in November, 2014.
At RUTHMANN, stability, functionality,
and uncompromising
safety are top priorities. Robert
Krause conducts appropriate
stability analysis/calculations in
order to assure that every
STEIGER ® leaves the factory
with the perfect security
settings/configurations. He
calculates the working range of
a truck-mounted aerial work
platform by taking into account
their stability and load capacity.
“I have had a soft spot for truckmounted
aerial work platforms
for as long as I can remember,”
Dr. Eng. Robert Krause admitted.
“After reading RUTHMANN‘s
job posting, I knew that this
would be the perfect opportunity
for me. Working for the marketleading
work platform
manufacturer allows me to
indulge my fascination while
maximizing operational safety at
the jobsite.”
“As the most competent work
platform manufacturer in the
industry, RUTHMANN is now
extremely well positioned. All of
my experience and motivation
goes into improving what is
already good. I am constantly
engaged in system optimization/
development analysis in order
enhance the working range of
our machinery without
compromising the extremely
high safety standards that
RUTHMANN
is so famous
for”, Robert
Krause
explained.
Design and
Development
Manager –
Dr. Nico
Krekeler – has
tremendous
confidence in
his colleague’s
capabilities.
“Dr. Krause
has
established
himself as a key member of the
team. I appreciate his profound
knowledge, experience, and
perspectives. We both share the
same fascination with truckmounted
aerial work platforms.
Our mutual goal is to provide
true customer value/benefits
and wow our customers with
innovative technology and
creative design.” •
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PEOPLE
Dr. Eng. Nico Krekeler earns his doctorate degree
Dr. Eng. Nico Krekeler has been awarded his
doctorate degree – RUTHMANN’s Product Design
and Development Manager for the past 6 years.
He has successfully completed his Doctor of
Engineering (Dr. Eng.) degree.
He earned his doctorate in the field of tribology
which includes the study and application of the
principles of friction, lubrication and wear. His
expertise lies primarily in reducing abrasive wear
through extensive testing carried out on chassis
suspension joints in the axle assembly.
Prior to joining RUTHMANN, Dr. Eng. Krekeler
studied Mechanical Engineering at Ruhr University
in Bochum. As a postgraduate student from 2005 to
2009, he worked with Arbeitsgruppe Baumaschinentechnik (BMT) – a research group for construction
equipment technology – where he was involved with tribo-mechanical system simulation.
Congratulations, Dr. Eng. Krekeler on this tremendous achievement. At age 34, your future looks very
bright indeed. •
Top positions in the city run
The traditional city run through downtown Coesfeld on October 10, 2015, was back again on the agenda.
We started with 32 employees and are again very happy about top rankings, especially with the individual
and relay runners.
Thomas Schneider, for example,
reached second place in the
10 km run, in the age group male
50+.
The best RUTHMANN relay was
in the final on position 4. This
was a great success all around!
Congratulations! •
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PEOPLE
Driver safety training
We live our slogan “professionals at work”;
naturally this also applies to road traffic.
That is why many employees participated in the
ADAC (General German Automobile Association)
driver safety training in Haltern.
Our employees learned to understand the
behavior and the limits of their cars under
professional guidance during the classic
full-day training course at the standard-equipped
training facilities. They were taught driving
techniques so to be able to react correctly in
case of emergency. •
Dragon Boat Cup in Münster - Our team is paddling from the front!
The city harbor of Münster was
transformed into a Dragon Boat
stadium during the 1st Dragon
Boat Cup “In|du * |strie”. 33 paddle
teams showed great attitude:
team spirit, the will to win and a
lot of pleasure in the sports
event.
Everyone knew that we are
sitting in one boat - regardless
whether at work or at sports - as
success is based on teamwork.
We were proud to be a part of
this!
26 RUTHMANN employees
(RUTH MEN) paddled like true
sportsmen with great enthusiasm
and team spirit, reaching
second place in the “Sports”
category. The cash prize of
500 € was donated to
the local sports club
SUS Hochmoor. •
*
(Remark: “DU” means “you”)
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NEW PRODUCTS
Solid as a Rock
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® T 360
“Solid as a rock” is how we describe our T 360. The slogan epitomizes our powerful, sturdy, and
compact model designed for truck chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 15 t or more.
35 m class –
performance
newly defined
With the T 360, we offer customers
a modern alternative in the 35 m
truckmounted aerial work
platform category. Its impressive
performance capabilities include
the 31 m lateral outreach and
almost 360 degree circular range
of motion (100 kg basket load).
Compared to older STEIGER ®
models and competitor brands,
T 360 operators now have an
extra 2.3 m of additional reach
capacity at their disposal. The
short overall length of 9.47 m
combined with a height of 3.77 m
and short 4.7 m (and up)
wheelbase, are further reasons
why the T 360 is the perfect
replacement investment for older
work platforms in the 35 m
category. The impressive 600 kg
payload reserves of this
professional work platform is an
added advantage. A wide range of
optional equipment – box bodies
for necessary tools and materials,
cab covers, LED marker lights,
aluminum platform gates, work
basket guard rails, etc. – is
available without exceeding the
gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR).
Top performance
data for professional
applications
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NEW PRODUCTS
Our T 360 has a lot of sophisticated
standard equipment. This
includes the fully variable support
mechanism. Depending on
the position of the individual
outrigger, our state-of-the-art
electronic control system enables
dynamic range adaption for
maximum operational safety and
efficiency. Outriggers can be
activated using the controls
located at rear on both sides of
the vehicle, from the alternate
control on the passenger side,
and from the control panel in
the work basket.
The automatic set-up/retraction
mechanism and 5° permissible
inclination are also standard
features on this professional
truck-mounted aerial work
platform. Operators are able to
carry out assignments on sloped
and uneven surfaces with
utmost safety and efficiency.
flexible RÜSSEL ® ,
versatile working
basket
The working basket on the T 360
is an excellent place to work. In
addition to the full 350 kg load
capacity, it also comes with an
interchangeable basket system.
Depending on the assignment,
operators can use the standard
aluminium (1.7 m x 0.86 m)
basket or other optional work
baskets. These include the extra
wide (2.1 m x 0.86 m) work
basket, the narrow tree cutting
basket, or the synthetic basket.
The insulated synthetic basket
and standard “boom to chassis”
insulation allow assignments to
be carried out on live (up to
1000V) power lines.
Uncompromising safety,
stability, and functionality are
top priorities for RUTHMANN.
That is why the T 360 also
comes equipped with a solid
5-section telescoping boom
The impressive reach with 31m is the trademark of the new
STEIGER ® T 360.
A circular working area (when looking from a bird’s-eye view)
shows the possible applications for height access professionals
who place more emphasis on the working platform than on
driving licence categories.

NEW PRODUCTS
100 kg
350 kg
100 kg
350 kg
system and 185 degree swivelling
jib (RÜSSEL ® ) made of ultrahigh
strength, fine-grained steel.
Compared to other models in
the successful T Series, the jib
(RÜSSEL ® ) and work basket
console of the T 360 have been
optimized to suit the specific
needs of power utility
companies and craftsmen.
30,90 m
350 kg
30,90 m
100 kg
Modular control
panel (Cockpit)
The ultra-modern control panel
in the work basket – known as
the “Cockpit” – further
enhances the level of
technological perfection.
The T 360 is EURO 6 compatible
and there is a large variety of
different truck makes and
models to choose from.
Customers can order 15 t and
18 t (GVWR) or all-wheel drive
chassis. All factors considered,
our RUTHMANN STEIGER ®
T 360 really is as “solid as a
rock.” •
30,90 m
30,90 m
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NEW PRODUCTS
STEIGER ® T 170
Compact category on a 7.49 t chassis. Incredible adaptability!
At the annual Platformers‘ Days trade show in Hohenroda (Germany) in September 2015 we presented
the STEIGER ® T 170 for the first time. The T 170 is a particularly sturdy and compact all-rounder on a
7.49 t chassis.
Equipment rental companies,
municipalities, power utility
companies, and infrastructure
development companies need
truck-mounted aerial work
platforms that are as versatile as
possible. Our STEIGER ® T 170 is
simply ideal. From street light,
signal light, and overhead power
line maintenance to treecutting/pruning
assignments
and installation work, the T 170
is able to tackle the diverse jobs
without any degree of difficulty.
With a total vehicle length of
7.48 m, height of 3.36 m and
3.6 m wheelbase, the T 170 is
extremely compact in size. It
features a working height of 17
m, lateral outreach of 12 m, and a
circular range of motion (100 kg
The STEIGER ® T 170, with its 17 m working height and 12 m
lateral outreach, is both sturdy and compact and features a
vertical support mechanism. The T 170 has sufficient load
capacity for day-to-day operation and is mounted onto 7.49 t,
Euro 6 chassis made by a variety of different manufacturers.
basket load). These features,
coupled with the 185° movable
jib (RÜSSEL ® ), provide
maximum versatility and agility
at the jobsite.
The impressive 600 kg load
capacity of this professional
work platform is an added
advantage. A wide range of
optional equipment – box
bodies for necessary tools and
materials, cab covers, LED
marker lights, aluminum
platform gates, work basket
guard rails, etc. – is available
without exceeding the gross
vehicle weight rating.
The four hydraulic vertical
support cylinders – attached
directly to the base frame of the
STEIGER ® – provide the
necessary stability. For every
assignment, the work platform
is stabilized within the contours
of the vehicle.
General principle: If there is
enough space for the truck, the
STEIGER ® aerial platform will be
able to carry out its assignment.
This support mechanism is ideal
when working in heavy traffic.
Tasks on busy streets include
street light and transformer
maintenance and tree-cutting
projects. Despite the “narrow”
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NEW PRODUCTS
aluminium (1.7 m x
0.86 m) basket or other
optional work baskets.
These include the extra
wide (2.1 m x 0.86 m)
work basket, the narrow
tree cutting basket, or the
synthetic basket. The
insulated synthetic basket
and standard “boom to
chassis” insulation allow
assignments to be carried
out on live (up to 1000V)
power lines.
In addition, the T 170 is EURO 6
compatible and can be mounted
onto a great variety of different
chassis/models including MAN,
Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and DAF.
•
Equipped with the optional synthetic work basket,
the new STEIGER ® T 170 is able to carry out
assignments on live power lines. The new
“Cockpit” control panel facilitates easy and
intuitive operation of the work platform.
support feature, the powerful
performance capabilities of the
STEIGER ® T 170 are not
restricted in any way.
The work basket on the T 170 is
an excellent place to work. In
addition to the full 350 kg load
capacity, it also comes with an
interchangeable basket system.
Depending on the assignment,
operators can use the standard
Uncompromising safety,
stability, and functionality
are top priorities for us.
That is why this new
model also comes
equipped with a solid
2-section telescoping
boom system, turret, and
jib (RÜSSEL ® ) made of
ultra-high strength,
fine-grained steel.
Compared to other models in
the successful T Series, the jib
(RÜSSEL ® ) and work basket
console have been optimized to
suit the specific needs of power
utility companies, municipalities,
and craftsmen.
The ultra-modern control panel
in the work basket – known as
the “Cockpit” – further
enhances safety and facilitates
ergonomic, fatigue-free
handling.
100 kg
100 kg
350 kg
350 kg
12,00 m
12,00 m
350 kg
100 kg
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Working height 17.00 m
Lifting height
15.00 m
Outreach
12.00 m
Work basket size 1.70 x 0.86 m
Work basket load capacity 350 kg
Permissible inclination 5°
Range of rotation 540°
Total height ≥
3.46 m
Total length ≥
7.48 m
Permissible total weight ≥ 7,490 kg

NEW PRODUCTS
SKYBIRD 215I
TIME and RUTHMANN provide power
Skybird 215I: perfect for work under live high-voltage power lines due to its high isolation and maximum
performance specifications
Skybird 215I
A TIME and RUTHMANN creation.
At the ICUEE (International
Construction and Utility
Equipment Exposition) which
took place in Louisville,
Kentucky from September 29
– October 1, our collaborative
partner – TIME Manufacturing
– launched its brand new
Skybird 215I. The new truckmounted
aerial work platform,
with its 66 m working height,
is ideal for assignments on
high-voltage power lines. When
it comes to fully insulated work
platforms, TIME has decades of
experience. With the Skybird,
TIME relies on the awardwinning
technology of our
HEIGHT performanceseries.
The Skybird is the result of a
collaborative effort between
TIME and ourselves at
RUTHMANN. For its part, we
delivered a kit version of the
STEIGER ®
T 720 (known
in North
America
as the
RUTHMANN
T 235 A). The
special
feature: the
upper boom of
this kit comes
with an
inner-lying
telescoping
1.85 m (6 ft.)
section. A highly insulated upper
boom (made of fibreglass) and
work basket – specially
developed in the USA by TIME
Manufacturing – were then
attached to our telescoping
upper boom. The prototype of
the Skybird 215I is mounted on a
6-axle, Freightliner 114SD
Twinsteer chassis. With this
truck-mounted aerial lift,
specially trained workers are
able to carry out assignments on
high-voltage power lines of up
500 kV without any degree of
difficulty.
The Skybird 215I made quite an
impression on industry experts
at ICUEE 2015. The approx. 66 m
(215 ft.) working height and 32 m
(105 ft.) lateral outreach (at
100 kg basket load) are two
defining characteristics of this
fully insulated truck-mounted
aerial work platform.
When it comes to working on
high-voltage power lines, TIME
Manufacturing has years of
experience. For this reason,
both companies have agreed to
market the Skybird globally
under TIME’s well known
Versalift brand name. Both
manufacturers see a huge
worldwide potential because
regular maintenance and repair
work on power lines will
minimize electric power
disruptions everywhere. •
Top performance for assignments
on high-voltage power lines
The Skybird features a working height
of approx. 66 m and lateral outreach
of 32 m. Its telescoping upper boom
has incredible reach capacity when
working up high. The Skybird able
to manoeuvre around objects with
utmost sensitivity and precision. It is
ideal for assignments on high-voltage
transmission towers/ electricity masts.
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SERVICE
RUTHMANN: New SERVICEpoint in Ruhr region
In order to further optimize our extensive service network across Germany, we have established an
additional “SERVICEpoint” in the Ruhr region. Our nationwide presence and professional service
personnel provide the best on-site service in the industry.
Dirk Döhring has years of
experience in the aerial work
platform industry. Effective
immediately, Mr. Döhring will be
providing competent, reliable,
and prompt mobile service to
customers in the Ruhr region.
His service vehicle is a mobile
workshop, equipped with the
necessary spare parts and technical
documentation. This allows
Dirk Döhring to carry out safety
inspections, maintenance, and
minor repair work on STEIGER ®
and VERSALIFT ® aerial work
platforms as well as on makes
and models of other
manufacturers. He does his
work directly on the customer’s
premises.
Faster response times and
mobile application possibilities
provide major advantages. Our
“SERVICEpoints” are extremely
cost-effective as they minimize
downtime and costly
transportation costs.
“SERVICEpoint Ruhr”, is part
of our company-owned service
centre in Gescher-Hochmoor.
Dirk Döhring’s work
assignments are dispatched
from here. More extensive
repair work, inspections, and
maintenance tasks will continue
to be carried out in
Gescher-
Hochmoor.
Our steadily
expanding
after-sales
service
network not
only reflects
the evergrowing
demand in our
service
division but
also the
continuous
growth of our
company.
Neuss
Mönchengladbach
Düren
Dinslaken
A42
Oberhausen
Gelsenkirchen
Essen
Moers
A40 Bochum
A57
Krefeld
A46
Grevenbroich
Bergheim
A4
Duisburg
A44
Düsseldorf
A61
A57
A1
Rhein
Brühl
Wherever they are, our
customers can rely on our
competent and reliable service
at all times.
Our efficient service network
comprises more than 90
experienced and highly qualified
service employees. Through
professional training and
continuing education, we invest
heavily in the technical
competence of our staff. Topquality
service is ensured. •
A52
Region of SERVICEpoint Ruhr
A59
Köln
A3
Leverkusen
Wuppertal
A46
Remscheid
Bergisch
Gladbach
A59
A3
Bonn
A43
A1
Siegburg
Dortmund
A4
Hagen
Lüdenscheid
Gummersbach
A45
A44
Iserlohn
Olpe
Siegen
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SERVICE
1 st WORKING PLATFORM SEMINAR
Combined tree-trimming competency
The first Working Platform Seminar took place on 01.10.2015 at our company headquarters. The focus
was on tree trimming with aerial working platforms.
We had invited the tree-cutting industry to this specialised seminar that offered a wide range of
presentations. Top-class delegates came to Gescher-Hochmoor, such as large pan-German renters
and professional tree cutters. The industry was very well represented at this event.
Our conference room was well filled during the first
Working Platform Seminar. Established tree trimming
experts had participated.
Mr Böcker, CEO of Stöteler Baumdienst GmbH, gave the
participants an interesting insight in when at Stöteler what
kind of working platform is used in pruning.
The schedule was full to the brim. Thomas
Bennemann (Service Manager at RUTHMANN)
greeted the guests on behalf of the entire
workforce. Once Uwe Stapper (RUTHMANN CFO)
had introduced the company, the first
presentation of the day was underway. Mr. Herr
Böcker, Managing Director of Stöteler Baumdienst
GmbH, explained the use of working platforms for
tree trimming within his company. The focus lay
here in the special features when choosing the
right working platform and how exactly these fit
for the individual, various work locations.
Mr. Schaffner from IPAF was the next to present a
good 45 minutes later. His subject matter: Security
when working with mobile aerial working
platforms. Roger Schaffner introduced the current
IPAF project on security during tree cutting –
something that was also initiated by us. He was
able to report on fascinating real-life details from
his long-standing experience as working platform
operator and expeditor at a rental company.
After that the participants had time to stretch
their legs. Together with the speakers, they got to
IPAF, the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF),
globally promotes the secure and effective use in the
powered access industry. Roger Schaffner attended as
representative of this organisation and also shared much
practical experience with the participants.

SERVICE
see our manufacturing capabilities during a
company tour – in pure sunshine. Test drives in
various STEIGER ® -models were then available.
The presentations continued after lunch. The
leader and founder of the Institute for Tree
Trimming, Prof. Dr. Dirk Dujesiefken,
Uwe Böckmann from the Social Insurance for the
Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture (SVLFG) also gave an
insight on the DGUV information 203-033 – pruning near
to electric transmission lines.
Norbert Schütz and Heiko Krauter from
SüdLeasing GmbH then introduced the principle
of financing and the value of working platform
leasing for companies. The final item on the
agenda then rounded off the day.
The chance to “talk shop”, network and learn about the
latest on working platform production technology all stood
on the agenda between the breaks and the factory tour.
unfortunately had to cancel at the last minute
due to illness and was represented by his
colleague Klaus Schröder. The peculiarities of
tree roots were explained and how they behave
in various subsoils and circumstances.
The following presentation returned to the
heights: the title being “Tree trimming work near
to electric power lines/overhead wires”. Uwe
Böckmann from the Social Insurance for the
Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture presented
here. He explained the right use of tools such as
telescopic saws and working platforms for tree
trimming and referred to the guidelines of the
German employers’ liability insurance association.
By the way: the breaks were made full use of for
networking.
Our Innovation Manager Markus Jöhren brought
the participants together in a small workshop. The
audience then could render their wishes and ideas
for an even simpler and safer way of working with
working platforms for tree trimming. A very
constructive discussion with an inspiring
exchange of opinions on the workshop theme
rounded off a successful first seminar event.
The Working Platform Seminar will be repeated
due to the relevance of its subject matter and the
strong demand.
Furthermore, we plan more seminars on practical
themes from the world of working platforms! •
The mood was buoyant amongst the participants.
Roger Schaffner from the IPAF in open and friendly
discourse with Markus Jöhren (right). Innovation
Manager at RUTHMANN.
Markus Jöhren led an interactive workshop amongst
delegates after the presentations had been completed.
The aim of this workshop: to collate ideas to further
improve the efficiency and safety in tree trimming.
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Review
MAXPO, Hyvinkää, Finland (10 th - 12 th September, 2015)
EXHIBITIONS
Our Finnish Sales and Service
Partner Talhu Oy can look back
on four successful days. In spite
of the general poor economic
situation in Finland, Talhu Oy
draws an overall positive Maxpo
fair conclusion. Talhu Oy
returned from the “MAXPO”
with many new contacts and
specific enquiries.
Our innovative CITY-STEIGER ®
TU 285, the 3.5 t star TB 270+
and the HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® T 630 were on show.
The “MAXPO” is a Finnish
construction machine &
construction vehicle
demonstration show which took
place this year from September
10 th to 12 th , 2015 at the airfield
Hyvinkää, 40 kilometres north of
Helsinki. Talhu Oy was the only
exhibitor of truck-loaded
working platforms. •
Platformers‘ Days, Hohenroda, Germany (11 th - 12 th September, 2015)
The Platformers’ Days brought
great successes for us. Our trade
fair team returned with a dozen
new orders and many specific
enquiries for our products from
the traditional work platform
event in Hohenroda (in the
German state of Hessen).
Alongside this, we could again
exchange ideas with a lot of
existing and potential customers
as well as with interested
parties.
“The high number of visitors as
well as the interest in our
products and especially the
decisiveness of the trade fair
visitors surpassed our
expectations completely. It
shows as well that we are able to
meet the expectations of the
market/ customers with our
current STEIGER ® range.
Punctual deliveries as well as
our first-class after-salesservice
complete the current
RUTHMANN package”,
comments Uwe Strotmann
(General Sales Manager
RUTHMANN) on the success
of the fair.
Our STEIGER ® innovations T 170
and T 360, which debuted in
Hohenroda, had an excellent
start as well. Contracts for some
units of the T 360 were already
signed during the fair.
A big thank to all who visited us
in Hohenroda. •
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EXHIBITIONS
Review
Energetab, Bielsko-Biala, Poland (15 th - 17 th September, 2015)
The Energetab trade show –
held in Bielsko-Biala (Poland)
from the 15 th - 17 th of September
– has just ended. This annual
event focuses on the energy
sector and is therefore also an
important venue for the aerial
work platform industry.
Of course, our competent, longtime
Polish sales and service
partner – Windex – was also on
location once again this year.
Windex presented the STEIGER ®
TBR 220 and our brand new
STEIGER ® T 360.
The amazing, 31 m reach
capacity (with 100 kg basket
load) is what sets the STEIGER ®
T 360 apart from the rest.
The T 360 is designed for truck
chassis starting at 15 t (GVW).
The total vehicle length of this
sturdy and compact all-rounder
is only 9.47 metres. The height
is a mere 3.77 metres. The new
T 360 also has an impressive
600 kg load capacity.
For photos and additional
information on the new
STEIGER ® T 360, click here.
The Energetab trade show was a
huge success. Existing customer
relationships were maintained
and many new contacts were
established. Windex was also
very encouraged by the amount
of new contracts initiated. •
GIS, Piacenza, Italien (1 th - 3 rd Oktober, 2015)
Under the name GIS - Giornate
Italiane del Sollevamento - the
5 th edition of the so-called
„Italian Height Access Days“
took place in Piacenza (Italy)
during October 1 st - 3 rd , 2015.
130 companies showed with
their products and services
from the range „height access
and lifting equipment“. This
event was very well attended
with more than 6,000 visitors.
Our long-standing Italian sales
and service partner TRUCS also
exhibited there and draws a
thoroughly positive conclusion.
The exhibition was a great
success for our partner.
The exhibition portfolio at the
booth of TRUCS included our
HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ®
T 480, the CITY-STEIGER ®
TU 285 as well as our 3.5-t star
TB 270+. •
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Pictured is the RUTHMANNCARGOLOADER ® RCP 75.
The RCP 75 has a huge 3,260 kg payload capacity.
With a GVW of 7,490 kg, it can be operated by car
driving licence holders with a class 3/C1 driving licence.
CUSTOMER STORY
Ideal for beverage retailers/distributors
RUTHMANNCARGOLOADER ® RCP 75
More and more beverage shops are taking advantage of our creative transport solutions by using a
single CARGOLOADER ® vehicle to look after their daily logistics needs. Transporting beverages/
empty bottles, items for special events, packaging, waste, etc. is incredibly easy and convenient with
the CARGOLOADER ® .
In addition to their main line of
business – the sale of beverages
– many retailers/distributors
have also become event
professionals at city, town, and
club festivals. Responsibilities
include the delivery, setting up,
and dismantling of tents, serving
guests/event visitors, removing
empty bottles, and even waste
removal. Our CARGOLOADER ®
is perfect for all of these tasks.
The catchphrase for safe, fast,
and efficient beverage logistics:
RUTHMANNCARGOLOADER ®
“container hopping”.
The cargo areas/containers on
our CARGOLOADER ® ’s can be
lifted and lowered within seconds.
This is a standard feature
that provides tremendous benefits.
At the push of a button, the
cargo area/container can be
lowered parallel to the ground
or raised to a height of 1.6 m.
The lifting/lowering function
facilitates fast, safe and
ergonomic loading/unloading of
the entire cargo area regardless
of the loading conditions which
tend to vary greatly.
Raising and lowering wobbly tail
lifts is now a thing of the past.
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CUSTOMER STORY
items (such as fully loaded euro
pallets) can easily be loaded/
unloaded by one person using
either a hand or electric low-lift
pallet truck.
This saves time and personnel
– a major advantage for every
beverage retailer/distributor,
especially during busy periods.
Cargo areas/containers on the CARGOLOADER ® can be exchanged quickly and easily.
This feature saves time and personnel. While one employee unloads and reloads one
container, the CARGOLOADER ® ‘s driver can take care of the next assignment with
another container.
Cargo areas/containers in
CARGOLOADER ® vehicles can
easily be exchanged.
Our extremely creative
interchangeable loading system
provides a great variety of setup
options and application
possibilities using just one
vehicle.
Cargo areas/containers are
equipped to suit the individual
needs of our customers. This
includes special refrigerated
bar/counter containers,
refrigerated beverage/food
containers, containers for tents
and equipment, or garbage
containers. Everything is
possible.
Our CARGOLOADER ® vehicles
are universal wizards. They are
safe and easy to use. After
receiving some brief
instructions, the beverage shop
owner and his staff are able to
operate the special transport
vehicle without any degree of
difficulty. Even heavy and bulky
Although the initial acquisition
costs of the CARGOLOADER ®
are higher than trucks with tail
lifts, the follow-up costs are
considerably lower. Because the
entire cargo area can be loaded/
unloaded so easily and due to
the fact that so many different
containers can be utilized, our
CARGOLOADER ® vehicles pay
off within a very short period of
time. •
Just like magic – and in no time at all – the container
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at the fairground transforms into a complete
beverage bar similar to the more traditional trailers that need to be towed to the venue by heavy trucks.

CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Beyer Mietservice places exclusive order
with RUTHMANN
When looking at innovative and efficient and application-oriented solutions, Beyer-Mietservice KG
sets the trend and is continuously and systematically expanding: such as setting up new subsidiaries,
offering pan-European renting or expanding its rental range. Once again the Beyer rental programme
has been extended. A total of eight STEIGER ® TB 270+ and TB 270+ have entered into the rental park.
We are subsequently publishing extracts of an interview that took place in friendly cooperation between
Beyer Mietservice KG and Bernd Wiesmann (RUTHMANN - Sales Manager West). It illustrates why the
business relationship is fruitful for both companies and which trends can be expected in future in the
truck working platform segment.
Question from the editor:
What are the main strengths and advantages/
benefits of the RUTHMANN truck working
platforms?
Bernd Wiesmann:
Our STEIGER ® truck working platforms stand out
due to several strengths, qualitative features and
advantages. The main features are the security
aspect, the intuitive control, the stability as well as
the level of performance. There are truck working
platforms with unique working height and range
in our product range that cannot be found
anywhere else in the market.
Question from the editor:
What is the relation between performance and
handling of RUTHMANN truck working
platforms?
Bernd Wiesmann:
The overriding features in performance and
handling of the STEIGER ® are the smooth running,
the performance data and the operation and
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driving comfort. The control of our diverse
STEIGER ® -models is nearly always the same so
that the operator of one model can control many
further models as well. That offers the benefit for
our customers and naturally for rental companies
as well that personnel training on maintenance,
care and control only has to be done once.
Question from the editor:
What differences are there between the
performance of the corresponding models?
Bernd Wiesmann:
Our TB 270+ with 3.5 t stands out as its working
height can be reached of 27 m even with a full
platform load of 230 kg. The basket arm length of
2.2 m of the STEIGER ® TBR 220 is innovative as it
has a 185° rotational angle. These attributes enable
working on and behind objects as well as having
optimal manoeuvrability and mobility at the same
time.
Question from the editor:
How do the models differ from other providers /
from the competition?
Bernd Wiesmann:
All models have a telescopic boom system made
of high-strength fine-graded steel. That
guarantees a long-lasting truck working platform,
even when often used with maximum load. Our
own RUTHMANN control technology works
impeccably. Cables and tubes are built into the
boom system and so protected for the control
technology. Technical features such as the
positioning and retraction automatic system as
well as support widths of the horizontal-vertical
supports are very popular amongst users as they
enable simple control and service flexibility.
Question from the editor:
What do you appreciate about the business
relations with Beyer Mietservive KG?
Bernd Wiesmann:
Clear coordination and the appreciation that
Beyer Mietservice KG shows to us are the main
pillars for this long-standing and successful
business relationship. We supply proven
RUTHMANN quality and all the necessary services
to ensure that Beyer Mietservice KG and their
customers are completely satisfied.
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CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Question from the editor:
Beyer-Mietservice KG carried out tests before
making the purchase decision for the RUTHMANN
truck working platforms. What did these tests
entail in detail and under what criteria was the
decision for RUTHMANN made?
Bernd Wiesmann:
The comprehensive and professional sequence of
the tests impressed me. Alongside RUTHMANN, a
further, well-known competitor of truck working
platforms took part in the test. The comprehensive
field tests were carried out in great depth by
skilled personnel from Beyer-Mietservice KG. The
performance data as well as the driver features of
the truck working platforms were directly
compared with each other.
The jurors then made their decision for our
product that made us proud and happy.
Question from the editor:
What trends do you see in future for the truck
working platform segment?
Bernd Wiesmann:
The truck working platforms at 3.5 t are increasing
in importance as the technical development, the
new materials and the innovative production ways
have led to the fact that truck working platforms
at 3.5 t are now in the position to offer almost the
same efficiency and output than those at 7.5 t.
The former driving licence category class 3 for
7.5 t will be a firm favourite in the truck industry
for 10 to 15 years, but at the end of the day the
truck driving licence will assert itself for many
truck working platform classes. A further trend
that we see as manufacturer of truck working
platforms is the increasing demand for large
machines with a working height from 38 m
upwards. We have a complete range of
STEIGER ® ’s with our HEIGHT performanceseries
that are very popular both in Germany as
well internationally. •
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CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Olé – STEIGER ® for AP Lift from Spain
INTERVIEW WITH ALBERTO PIÑEIRO
The well-known Spanish equipment rental company – AP Lift – recently took delivery of our HEIGHT
performance-STEIGER ® T 630 and a 3.5 t STEIGER ® TB 270+. The deal was arranged by AMCO
Machinery & Consulting – our new sales and service partner in Spain.
Owner und General Manager of AP Lift, Alberto Piñeiro, picked up the models at our factory in Gescher,
Germany. We asked him why he chose these particular models and what type of assignments await these
professional truck-mounted aerial work platforms in Spain.
Editorial Staff:
Mr. Piñeiro, can you please tell us why you decided
to purchase two RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® -models at
the same time?
Alberto Piñeiro:
RUTHMANN is a market-leading manufacturer of
truck-mounted aerial work platforms, known for
their high-performance capabilities and customer
value. In Spain, the STEIGER ® name is synonymous
with innovative technology and the highest quality
and safety standards. In every work platform
category, RUTHMANN stands for German quality
at its finest. RUTHMANN has exactly what my
rental customers and I have been looking for.
Editorial Staff:
For which target group/industry did you order the
HEIGHT performance-STEIGER ® T 630 and what
are the advantages of this model?
Alberto Piñeiro:
All of our rental customers will benefit from this
model. However, our new T 630 will mostly be
used for repair and maintenance assignments on
wind turbines, carried out by our own employees.
We have a separate department called
“PiñeiroWIND” that focuses solely on the wind
farm sector.
When working on wind turbines, operators
require truck-mounted aerial work platforms that
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provide maximum stability, agility, and
performance capabilities. The T 630 satisfies these
specifications brilliantly. Because of its amazing
performance data, all sides of the wind turbine can
easily be reached from one operating position. The
greater reach capacity provided by the long upper
boom is extremely beneficial when working up
high where every centimetre counts.
The T 630 also has an impressive 600 kg basket
load capacity. Tools and material can be lifted to
the desired object without any degree of difficulty.
The inner surface area of the basket is a generous
3.7 sq. metres – enough space for one or more
workers.
Editorial Staff:
Which target group/industry are you focusing on
with the TB 270+ and what are the advantages of
this model?
Alberto Piñeiro:
With the TB 270+, the unparalleled all-rounder in
the 3.5 t chassis category, we appeal to many
different types of customers. This includes
municipalities, gardeners, landscapers as well as
cleaning and maintenance companies. With its
27 m working height and 16.4 m lateral outreach,
the TB 270+ is the most capable truck-mounted
aerial work platform on a 3.5 t chassis. With the
T 270+, we can carry out assignments that had
previously only been possible with machines in
the 7.49 t category. The TB 270+ offers a costeffective
price/performance ratio, maximum
performance capabilities, expanded usage (can be
driven by anyone with a class B driver’s licence)
resulting in higher turnover and earnings.
Editorial Staff:
How would you rate the service and advice
provided by RUTHMANN’s Spanish sales and
service partner?
The STEIGER ® T 630 has a total weight of less than
32,000 kg. Its overall length is a compact 11.9 m.
This means that it can be driven on all roads
throughout Europe without special permits or
authorizations.
This is a major advantage for us, especially in the
summer months when we see an increased
demand for rental equipment from various
countries across Europe. With our new T 630 in
our rental lineup, we are now able to satisfy this
growing demand.
Alberto Piñeiro:
AMCO General Manager, Bert Wiegel and his team
deserve top marks. With AMCO, RUTHMANN has
a reliable, courteous, and well-organized business
partner. RUTHMANN also deserves a lot of credit.
The models we ordered were ready on time and in
excellent condition both inside and out. The
additional technical, maintenance, and safety
training we received during the hand over was
second to none.
Editorial Staff:
How would you rate the service and advice
provided by RUTHMANN’s Spanish sales and
service partner?
Alberto Piñeiro:
AMCO General Manager, Bert Wiegel and his team
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comprehensive, nationwide after-sales service in
the powered access industry. This would minimize
downtime and boost overall efficiency.
Editorial Staff:
Could you please tell us about the future goals and
objectives of your company?
deserve top marks. With AMCO, RUTHMANN has
a reliable, courteous, and well-organized business
partner. RUTHMANN also deserves a lot of credit.
The models we ordered were ready on time and in
excellent condition both inside and out. The
additional technical, maintenance, and safety
training we received during the hand over was
second to none.
Editorial Staff:
Do you think there is still room for improvement
in the aerial work platform industry?
Alberto Piñeiro:
It is fun working with the highly-motivated
RUTHMANN team and I know that I am also in
good hands with AMCO.
One thing Spanish equipment rental companies
would like to see however, is a more
Alberto Piñeiro:
Thanks to our top-notch rental fleet, AP Lift is
already quite well-known in Spain. We would
however like to strengthen and further expand
our presence. Working with reliable business
partners such as RUTHMANN – that provide us
with innovative, powerful, and technically
advanced machinery – and well organized dealers
like AMCO, will help us achieve this goal.
Our head office is in Pontevedra, on the Atlantic
coast, in northwestern Spain. To better serve the
entire country, we are planning to open a branch
office in the Madrid area. I am not able to reveal all
of the specifics of this plan at this time.
Editorial Staff:
Mr. Piñeiro, we would like to thank you for the
informative interview. Have a good trip back to
Spain with your two new STEIGER ® additions. •
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DEALER STORY
Oktoberfest 2015 and sales and service partners meeting
“O‘zapft is” was called for the
second time in early November
2015 at our headquarters in
Gescher-Hochmoor:
We celebrated together with our
international dealers, customers,
our shareholders, employees
and their partners a true
Oktoberfest with traditional
Bavarian veal sausage and a mug
of cold beer.
We also nominated this year‘s
“Sales & Service Partner of the
Year” as part of the Oktoberfest.
AMCO Machinery & Consulting
from Spain was honored (see
report, page 14).
COEmarketing - our advertising
agency from Coesfeld – was
honored at the ceremony
“Supplier of the Year”.
Our annual “Sales & Service
Partner Meeting” took place one
day before the Oktoberfest. It
plays a key role for us that our
foreign partners receive an
insight into our new products
and strategies so as to ensure an
effective and successful working
cooperation. •
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DEALER STORY
Australia: Nifty-lift lead STEIGER ® ’s to the road to success
We are continuing the sustained expansion of our worldwide distributor and service network with
constantly growing success.
Down Under. Nifty-Lift has performance data and optimal
currently ‘commissioned’ its technical equipment regardless
new premises in Bayswater whether for telecommunications,
North/ Melbourne.
movie making/ filming or urban
maintenance and repair work.
We have found an ideal sales and
service partner in Nifty-Lift * for
The opening ceremony was a
great success and various
RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® were
naturally presented there as
well.
Our HEIGHT performance-
STEIGER ® ’s are very popular in
Australia due to their
outstanding mix of proven
*
Short info about Nifty-Lift:
Nifty-Lift was founded in 1991
and has an excellent reputation
as a manufacturer of truckmounted
aerial platforms in
Australia.
Further information at:
www.nifty-lift.com.au •
Impressions from work using the T 480 from JM Tower Hire, Australia (customer of Nifty-Lift).
The T 480 has been mounted on a MAN 3-axis chassis in order to fulfill all admission requirements for use in Down Under
as well for being prepared for the maximum permissible axle loads to ensure a maximum of payload capacity for tools
and materials.
Imprint
“Experience”; Issue: Spring 01/2016
Publisher:
Ruthmann GmbH & Co. KG.
Address:
Von-Braun-Straße 4
48712 Gescher-Hochmoor
Germany
Phone: +49 2863 204-0
Fax: +49 2863 204-5312
www.ruthmann.de
info@ruthmann.de
Editorial office:
Gregor Schlingschröder, Stefanie David, Christina Albinus,
Vera Nienkötter
Photographic images:
Ruthmann GmbH & Co. KG, COEmarketing GmbH, Beyer
Mietservice KG, AP Lift S. L., JM Tower Hire Pty Ltd, Blade
Platforms LLC, Allgemeine Zeitung Coesfeld, ADAC e.V.
Layout and typesetting:
COEmarketing GmbH, Coesfeld, www.coemarketing.de
Copy-editing and translation:
COEmarketing GmbH, Coesfeld, www.coemarketing.de
Print:
Druckerei Lage, Borken, www.druckerei-lage.de
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2016 Security and Fan Products Catalogue
Dear customer,
We are proud to introduce our new security and fan product catalogue with an overview about our fan
articles and many articles for your RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® . You will find everything in this catalogue for
your security relating to the STEIGER ® , great fan articles and much more.
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