Experience issue 2023

Issue Summer 1/2023 | A publication of the
Experience
2024
RUTHMANN
STEIGER® T 1000 HF
RUTHMANN
ECOLINE 270
France Elévateur
UPTO 15
VERSALIFT
VTE-125-F
BLUELIFT
ST 31 Hybrid
STEIGER® AMPERO
TBR 260E
VERSALIFT
V-200
MOVEX
TLH 18
VERSALIFT
V-170
4
Tour de Time
from 6
Novelties 2023
35
Electric STEIGER ®
in use
90
Review bauma 2022

NEW@TIME-GROUP …
ECOLINE 270
France Elévateur UPTO 15
VERSALIFT VTE-125-F
Working height:
27 m
Reach:
16 m
Further information: Page 26
Working height:
1.,1 m
Reach:
9.1 m
Further information: Page 10
Working height:
12.3 m
Reach:
7 m
Further information: Page 32
STEIGER ® T 230 XS
STEIGER ® AMPERO TBR 260 E
VERSALIFT V-200
Working height:
23 m
Reach:
18.1 m
Further information: Page 18
Working height:
26 m
Reach:
17 m
Further information: Page 6
Working height:
19.9 m
Reach:
14 m
Further information: Page 28
MOVEX TLRH 18
BLUELIFT ST 31 HYBRID
Working height:
18 m
Reach:
9.4 m
Further information: Page 12
Working height:
31 m
Reach:
18 m
Further information: Page 12
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GREETING
Dear customers, partners and readers,
After the successful bauma 2022 in Munich, we are now also appearing in
our Experience for the first time with all the new brands of the TIME Group.
You will find 92 pages of news and information about the products of RUTH-
MANN, VERSALIFT, France Elévateur and MOVEX.
With this issue, which we will launch at APEX 2023, we would also like to announce
an outstanding new product: We are very pleased to present the new
T 1000 HF on pages 4 - 5 as the goal of our “Tour de TIME” for 2024, with
which RUTHMANN will again crack the 100-meter mark and offer the most
innovative and flexible equipment in this class. You will certainly read a lot of
outstanding things about this in the coming years. Not quite as high, but still
just as great, are the other machines in this issue. Benefit from our Experience
and read about the many positive experiences our customers have had with
the new innovative electric drives and how well they work in practice.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our colleagues who, with
their innovative thinking, enjoyment of their work and outstanding personal
commitment, continue to optimize our products and make them the best on
the global market.
From left to right: Charles Goffin, Martin
Christiansen, Uwe Strotmann, Jay Jeffrey
and Kim Bach Jensen at bauma 2022.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue.
Your TIME Management Team: Kim Bach Jensen (TIME Europe),
Uwe Strotmann (RUTHMANN), Charles Goffin (France Elévateur)
CONTENTS
4 ................Innovations presented and in use
49 ................TIME Service
53 ................Handover
62 ................Training
67 ................Research
68 ................Recruiting
73 ................Living & Working
78 ................Internal
83 ................Classic
84 ................Internal II
89 ................Fairs
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TOUR DE TIME
Tour de
Tour de Time - a short journey through the new products of the Time Group,
which since June 2022 also includes France Elévateur and MOVEX, in
addition to RUTHMANN and VERSALIFT. Join us on our journey through
Europe, discover the new products and climb to new heights with us today.
In 2024, we will break the 100-metre barrier again and present the new
RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 1000 HF to you. The 100-metre STEIGER ® with
RUTHMANN HighFlex technology will be unique in its class in terms of flexibility.
Join us and follow the progress of its development on our social media
channels.
RUTHMANN
ECOLINE 270
France Elévateur
UPTO 15
VERSALIFT
VTE-125-F
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VERSALIFT
V-170
BLUELIFT
ST 31 Hybrid
STEIGER®
AMPERO TBR 260E
VERSALIFT
V-200
MOVEX
TLH 18
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THE LATEST E-STEIGER ® GENERATION
ON IVECO-EDAILY CHASSIS:
THE STEIGER ® AMPERO TBR 260 E
A new dream team at RUTHMANN: the proven, 100% electric RUTHMANN Ampero on the series chassis of
the new IVECO eDaily. The Ampero TBR 260 E is based on the STEIGER ® TBR 260 and is considered the highest
and most powerful truck platform on the market in this electric class. The latest generation offers 26 metres
of working height and a whopping 17 metres of range. With one battery charge, 150 km of travel and 30 full
work cycles are possible - that’s more than enough for a day’s work.
THE RUTHMANN E-DRIVE OFFERS
30 FULL WORK CYCLES
The all-electric E-STEIGER ® Ampero
TBR 260 E has a unique concept: The
built-in battery of the IVECO eDaily
can be used for the travel drive and at
the same time for the STEIGER ® drive.
Regardless of whether it is a 5.2 or
7.0 t chassis - the AMPERO TBR 260 E
drives and operates quietly and with
zero emissions. It extends the proven
concept of the Ampero TBR 250 E
with improved performance data
and standard chassis. The working
platform and the electric motor of
the chassis are powered by a 74 kWh
battery, which is charged with a standard
commercial charging cable. The
charging port is located in the radiator
grille of the IVECO eDaily. It takes one
hour to fully charge the battery via DC
at 80 kW, and four hours via AC at 22
kW.
THE E-MOTOR OFFERS MANY
STRONG ADVANTAGES
The electric drive offers many advantages
over a conventional combustion
engine: the electric motor has a high
torque and demonstrates efficient
engine braking, e.g. when driving
downhill with energy recovery. The
vehicle gets by with fewer moving
parts, such as the alternator and
gearbox, which increases the service
life. Running costs are also significantly
lower.
QUIET OPERATION WITHOUT
EMISSIONS
The STEIGER ® Ampero TBR 260 E has
excellent performance data. Thanks
to the almost silent drive, it opens
up new fields of application: Work
at night or in the vicinity of hospitals
and old people’s homes as well as in
residential areas. It can also be used in
enclosed indoor areas without additional
measures, ideal e.g. for exhibition
centres or extensive production
sites.
The STEIGER ® Ampero TBR 260 E has a
74 kWh battery. It supplies the working platform
and the electric motor of the chassis. It
takes one hour to fully charge the battery via
DC with 80 kW, and four hours via AC with
22 kW.
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The proven, 100 % electric RUTHMANN Ampero is available on the series chassis of the new IVECO eDaily. The Ampero TBR 260 E is based on
the STEIGER ® TBR 260 HV5 and is currently the highest and most powerful truck platform on the market in this electric class.
UNRESTRICTED, OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE DATA
Operating the E-STEIGER ® Ampero
TBR 260 E is just as easy as you would
expect from a RUTHMANN STEIGER ® .
With its working height of 26 metres
and a reach of 17 metres, the operating
data is improved by around one
metre compared to the predecessor
STEIGER ® Ampero 250 E. The proven
RÜSSEL ® has a rotation angle of up to
185°, making it easy to work behind
pipes or other obstacles.
The workman basket carries 250 kg
and measures 1.40 x 0.70 metres.
It can be easily replaced by a larger
workman basket measuring 1.60 x 0.7
metres with a reinforced load capacity
of 300 kg.
The flexible support - horizontal and
vertical - of the STEIGER ® AMPERO
TBR 260 E allows the maximum reach,
as it can be supported close to the
object.
The RUTHMANN telescopic construction
made of high-strength finegrained
steel with optimised beam
shape and laser seam is extremely
stable and guarantees maximum reliability
in use.
All these factors make the STEIGER ®
AMPERO TBR 260 E the highest and
most powerful truck working platform
in this electric class on the market.
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VERSALIFT VTA-38-135-H:
A CLASSIC NOW ALSO
FOR EUROPE
VERSALIFT presents the VTA-38-135-H, a proven
pick-up working platform that is now available for
the European market.
Originally launched as the LAT-38-H in 2013, this
impressive working platform has quickly become a
real best-seller in the UK market thanks to its outstanding
performance. In 2021, the platform was
revamped, optimised for even better performance
and re-launched as the VTA-38-135-H. As the most
sought-after pick-up lift in the UK, it is only logical
that this popular platform is now also available in an
EU version.
THE PERFECT LIFT FOR ALMOST ANY TERRAIN
The VTA-38-135-H is an articulated telescopic lift that can
be mounted on both 4x2 and 4x4 pick-up vehicles. With
a working height of 13.6 metres and a horizontal reach of
6.4 metres, the lift offers a maximum load capacity of 230
kg, including two operators and their equipment, with no
restrictions throughout the working area.
Thanks to its compact size, 4x4 design and carefully
thought-out load distribution, the VTA-38-135-H ensures
excellent performance, especially in hard-to-reach areas
where conventional working platforms cannot operate.
The lift features first-class mobility and comfort, making
it an excellent solution for both rough terrain and urban
environments.
Tough as nails: Sensitive parts of the VTA-38-135-H are particularly well
protected against failure.
The VTA-38-135-H achieves a reach of up to 6.4 m. Thanks to its articulated
telescopic design, it also works easily over obstacles.
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Beautiful and powerful: the
VTA-38-135-H is at home in
almost any terrain and the
articulated telescopic design
makes it easy to reach difficult
work sites.
A HYDRAULIC LIFT WITH PRECISION AND PROTECTION
The VTA-38-135-H has a fully hydraulic control system that
is easy to operate and ensures high precision movements.
In addition, all components inside the boom, including the
extension cylinder, are protected to prevent damage from
external influences and shocks.
One of the main advantages of the VTA-38-135-H is its
light weight, which allows it to be easily fitted to a standard
Isuzu D-Max without the need to retrofit the suspension.
This feature makes the lift a cost-effective and
practical solution for companies looking for a reliable and
versatile platform for their fleet.
Ideal for, among other things, maintenance pruning of trees. The allwheel
drive chassis does not stop at rough terrain.
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FRANCE ELÉVATEUR UPTO 15
THE FIRST MODEL OF A NEW GENERATION
The UPTO generation is the result of intensive work by our research and
development department. Our goal at France Elévateur is to offer our
customers ever higher quality products. That is why we have worked to
reduce the weight of the working platform and the energy consumption
in the UPTO range.
Several models from 13 to 18 metres
on van and chassis cabs will form the
UPTO range in the future. Thanks
to the use of new materials and
laser welding technology, the UPTO
series is around 30% lighter than
previous comparable machines. This
enormous weight saving facilitates
material transport and reduces fuel
consumption. The innovative control
technology now also consumes
around 20 % less electrical energy
than before.
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PLENTY OF INTERIOR TRANSPORT
VOLUME
Thanks to the new, ultra-compact
tower in the load compartment, 90%
of the interior volume is retained. In
the UPTO 15, up to 500 kg of payload
is available for large, bulky parts.
Of course, even when the telescopic
boom is not in use, the rear door can
be fully opened on one side to load
and unload the UPTO 15.
UPTO 15 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
The new series starts with the UPTO
15 with a working height of 15.10
metres and a maximum reach of 9.10
metres. With the basket arm, the
UPTO 15 can also reach work sites
behind interfering edges and thus
expands the range of applications
enormously. The stable construction
allows basket loads of up to 230 kg
and the assembly of material by two
persons. At the same time, the basket
can be rotated by 60°.
The new, particularly low basket
threshold in the workman basket
makes it much easier to get in and out.
PLENTY OF COMFORT FOR
DAILY USE
In addition to the above-mentioned
home function, the UPTO 15 also has
an automatic outrigger. At the push of
a button, the machine can be automatically
outriggered and aligned. This
means that work can begin immediately.
EMISSION-FREE OPERATION
ALSO POSSIBLE
With the optionally available Eco-Pack,
it is possible to use the UPTO 15 as a
hybrid working platform. Completely
without CO2 emissions and almost
noiseless, the UPTO 15 can then be
used at night, in narrow pedestrian
zones and even indoors.
In the following you will find the technical
features of UPTO 15, an innovative,
lightweight and handy model:
The advantages of the UPTO 15
at a glance
30 % more payload through use
of HLE 960 steel and laser
welding
Cage arm rotation angle 180°
Working height 15.10 m
Basket load 2 persons/230 kg
Maximum outreach 9.10 m
(80 kg)
Empty weight: 3,000 kg
Double movement
Automatic levelling system
Slope operation up to 15 %
90 % of the internal volume is
retained thanks to the new
ultra-compact barrel
Basket rotation 2 x 60°
The new dual-motion control allows
two movements to be carried
out during operation without loss
of speed, thus saving a lot of time,
especially when the cage has to be
raised and lowered frequently during
operations. The new home function is
then a particularly great relief during
daily use.
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BLUELIFT ST 31 HYBRID
With the new BLUELIFT ST 31 Hybrid, the highest
crawler working platform from the BLUELIFT portfolio
is now also available with the proven BLUE lithium
hybrid drive.
With the new BLUE lithium hybrid drive, it is now also
possible to bring the machine in completely emission-free
without a mains connection, e.g. into buildings, and work
there at heights of up to 31 metres. With its low height
of only 1.99 metres and a width of 1.14 metres, the ST
31 Hybrid fits through many standard doors where other
access solutions have to fit.
The new hybrid drive is available with three different BLUE
lithium battery packs and achieves up to 17 complete,
emission-free work cycles with the largest, 13.4 kWh
battery. At the same time, the work cage can carry a maximum
of 400 kg. The ST 31 Hybrid achieves a lateral reach
of up to 18 metres.
Further information on the
BLUELIFT ST 31 Hybrid and
additional performance data
can be found on the Internet:
For outdoor or off-road use, the proven drive with combustion
engine is also available. The BLUELIFT ST 31 Hybrid is
thus a universal, powerful access solution that can reach
almost all indoor and outdoor work sites.
NEW MOVEX TLRH HYBRID SERIES
With the new hybrid models TLRH
16, TLRH 18 and TLRH 20, MOVEX
now also offers powerful truckmounted
working platforms that
can be used emission-free.
The clean and quiet battery drive is
sufficient for at least one working
day, with the optional battery change
system it is even possible to work
around the clock continuously emission-free.
The machines reach 16.40, 18.00 and
20.10 metres working height and up
to 10.70 metres lateral reach.
The work cage carries a maximum
of 200 kg and is approved for two
persons.
The new MOVEX truck-mounted
working platforms of the TLRH series
are available from TIME-Group sales
in European countries.
Further information on
the equipment and
working diagrams at:
https://movexlift.com/
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NEW: 100 % ELECTRIC VERSALIFT VTL-135-F
AND VTL-145-F ON FORD AND RENAULT
The popular VERSALIFT VTL-135-F and VTL-145-F are
now available as 100% electric on the Ford E-Transit
and Renault Master E-tech vans respectively.
These innovative fully electric lifts are specifically designed
to meet the needs of professionals looking for an efficient
and environmentally conscious solution.
With a working height of 13.5 and 14.4 metres respectively
and a horizontal reach of 8 metres for the VTL-135-F and
8.5 metres for the VTL-145-F, both are real alternatives for
those looking for an all-electric solution. Despite being fully
electric, the VTL-145-F on Renault can be driven with a
class B drivers license.
With a payload of up to 600 kg on the VTL-135-F on Ford
E-Transit, there is enough spare payload to install storage or
a workshop in the back of the van, and to transport materials
and tools. The two person baskets offer a weight limit
of 200 or 230 kg.
VERSALIFT’s user-friendly, intuitive controls with LCD displays
make the lift easy to operate for anyone.
Whether you’re a contractor, electrician or other professional
in need of a reliable electric lift, the Ford E-Transit or
Renault Master E-Tech van mounts are the ideal solution.
These cost-effective lifts are equipped with all the necessary
features to meet your needs.
The VTL-135-F on
the Ford E-Transit van
was exhibited at Vertikal
Days 2023. With
a working height
of 13.5 metres, it
reaches one metre
less than the VTL-
145-F - but offers up
to 600 kg payload.
Further information
about the new
Versalift VTL-145-F
and VTL-135-F on
Electric Transporterchassis
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MOVEX TLR 16:
AFFORDABLE,
UNIVERSAL AND RELIABLE
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The MOVEX TLR 16 is an affordable truck-mounted
working platform that can be used universally.
It reaches a maximum working height of 16.4 metres
and a lateral outreach of up to 9.7 metres with 80 kg
basket load.
The TLR 16 is robust and reliable and offers numerous
equipment options, e.g. for the maintenance and
servicing of street lighting. The functional design and
easy-to-learn operation also make it ideal for private
users or landlords.
The maximum basket load of the rotatable GRP work basket
is 230 kg. It then reaches its maximum working height
of 16.4 metres with up to 2 persons in the workman basket,
as well as a lateral reach of 6 metres.
The TLR 16 can be mounted on an Iveco 3.5 t chassis, for
example, and then reaches an overall length of 7.37 metres
and an overall width, including the exterior mirrors, of
around 2.2 metres. The overall height is just over 3 metres.
The electro-hydraulic control system is robust and very
easy to learn, even for the inexperienced. Nevertheless, the
MOVEX TLR 16 can be controlled precisely and operated
very safely.
The MOVEX TLR 16 can be conveniently supported and
brought into working position from the work cage or via
an ergonomic control panel on the chassis. Various narrow
support variants are available to enable the machine to be
used in confined conditions.
The MOVEX TLR 16 offers up to 9.7 metres of lateral reach.
For more information, visit movexlift.com
or contact your country’s distributor.
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to 230 kg at a
working height of
16.2 metres. The
GRP work basket
is approved for 2
persons.
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THE NEW EDITION
OF A CLASSIC:
FRANCE ELÉVATEUR
TOPY 11
The TOPY 11 model on FORD TRANSIT is the latest
generation of this exceptional range. Continuous further
developments have made this working platform
one of the best-selling models. Reliable, robust and
user-friendly are the essential features to meet the
requirements of safe and efficient access technology
at all times.
For more than 20 years, the TOPY from France Elévateur
has been the epitome of a compact, lightweight
and functional truck-mounted working platform. It is
particularly popular with telecommunications companies
and for the installation of signs and surveillance
equipment. Reason enough for the engineers at
France Elévateur to go back to the drawing board and
revise some of the details of the model.
The TOPY 11 has a 1- or 2-person work basket with a load
capacity of 120 or 200 kg - different versions are available
depending on the market. With its two-part steel telescopic
boom, a working height of 10.25 metres and a lateral
reach of 5 metres are possible.
FAST WORK WITHOUT OUTRIGGER
The TOPY 11 basically does not need any outriggers and is
therefore ready for immediate use. Nevertheless, it achieves
its operating data even with an inclination of up to 15 % in
the longitudinal and 5 % in the transverse axis. This means
that it can also be used on slopes without any problems
and without outrigger
BETTER ERGONOMICS AND HIGHER PAYLOAD
In addition to functionality, special attention was paid to
the controls during the current revision. Parallel to the
ground and basket controls, the control unit in the driver’s
cab has been fundamentally revised. The focus was on
ergonomics and functionality. In addition to some technical
advantages, the new design of the TOPY 11 primarily
brings a reduction in weight. Depending on the equipment,
the payload is now up to 650 kg.
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Is just as fast in action
as it looks: The TOPY
11 requires no outriggers
and is immediately
ready for work
at heights of up to 15
metres.
Here is the TOPY 11
France Elévateur
in action:
EQUIPMENT - TO SUIT ALL NEEDS
In terms of equipment options, the new TOPY 11 scores
with a towing capacity of 2,000 kg, among other things.
In addition, there is a wide range of different tool and
material boxes as well as fold-down tail lifts. The double
insulation against 1,000 V according to DIN VDE0682-742
is also available again as the most requested option.
Depending on the
market, the TOPY 11 is
available with different
basket loads and
reaches. It reaches up
to 6 metres lateral reach
without support.
ALSO AVAILABLE AS HYBRID VERSION
The popular battery package for the platform body is also
represented in the options list. This “hybrid version” makes
the TOPY 11 the ideal working platform, especially in inner-city
areas such as pedestrian zones. As a hybrid version,
the TOPY 11 can be used as an emission-free and almost
noiseless working platform - ideal, for example, when work
has to be done at night.
MERCEDES BENZ OR FORD: THE CHOICE IS YOURS
There are currently two 3.5 t variants to choose from as
carrier vehicles: Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit.
On the Ford Transit chassis, the TOPY 11 achieves a payload
of up to 650 kg, ideal for transporting materials and tools
to the site.
With a length of just under 5.90 metres and an overall
height of 2.70 metres, the new TOPY 11 is is one of
the most compact truck mounted platforms on the
market.
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THE ALL-ROUNDER:
THE NEW
STEIGER ® T 230 XS
With the same innovations as in
the successful STEIGER ® T 300 XS,
RUTHMANN has now updated the
STEIGER ® T 230 and presents it as
the STEIGER ® T 230 XS. This true
all-rounder is suitable for landlords,
local authorities, gardeners
and landscapers, building cleaners
and painters. With a working
height of 23.00 metres and the
maximum lateral reach of 18.10
metres with a full 350 kg basket
load, the T 230 XS is up to all challenges.
At the same time, with an
overall length of only 7.59 metres,
it is compact and easy to manoeuvre.
The 7.5 t chassis offers sufficient payload
reserves and reaches a payload
of up to 600 kg. Even with a spacious
box body, there is still enough reserve
for tools and materials, making the
STEIGER ® T 230 XS ideal for pruning
work or maintenance and servicing.
The 2.85 metre long trunk, which can
be swivelled by 185°, makes the T 230
XS universally applicable and enables
work in hard-to-reach places. At the
same time, it manages the maximum
basket load of 350 kg at almost all
points of the working diagram and
is thus also ideal for the assembly of
heavy parts with several people.
The convenient new outrigger monitor
offers numerous outrigger variants, so
that the STEIGER ® T 230 XS can also
be used in very confined conditions.
Narrowly supported, it still reaches up
to 17 metres with full basket load.
Of course, different basket variants are
still available for the different applications
of the T 230 XS, in addition to
the pruning basket also a GRP basket
with double insulation.
In the workman basket itself, the new
cockpit provides an information and
diagnostic display that leaves little to
be desired. All relevant operating data,
including the current fuel level, can be
read off.
With the high payload,
box bodies can also be
implemented according to
customer requirements.
Even supported on one side or in the profile,
the STEIGER ® T 230 XS achieves outstanding
performance data.
The compact and extremely stable STEIGER ® T 230 XS shines with a
reach of up to 18 metres at a full 350 kg basket load.
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STEIGER ® T 300 XS HV12:
“HEAVY BOY” WITH
A LOT OF RESERVES
On an 18 t chassis, the STEIGER ® T 300 XS HV12 offers
several advantages over the STEIGER ® T 300 XS on a
7.5 t chassis, making it ideal for roadway clearance
cutting, for example. The T 300 XS HV12 excels here
with a lateral reach of up to 15.3 metres with a narrow
support in the profile, due to the higher vehicle
weight. The 18-t chassis also offers large payload
reserves and has a high load capacity for tools, personnel
and materials.
Even box bodies with drawers, pull-outs and sorting systems
can be realised excellently and without compromise
according to the customer’s wishes - due to the higher
payload reserve of the 18 t chassis.
The generously dimensioned supports offer a higher
support stroke and thus enable the STEIGER ® T 300 XS to
be used with the RUTHMANN inclined support plates on
sloping terrain of up to 9° or on large uneven ground.
Fully outriggered, the STEIGER ® T 300 XS HV12 reaches
its maximum outreach of 21.8 metres. With an outrigger
surface of only 3.58 x 3.89 metres, it requires around 1.5
metres less in width and 1.3 metres less in length than the
T 300 XS on a 7.5 t chassis. This means that the STEIGER ®
T 300 XS HV 12 can be used successfully with its maximum
performance data even in very confined conditions. Thanks
to the short overall length of only 7.72 metres, it is still easy
to manoeuvre even in cramped conditions.
The RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS HV12 is also available
on a four-wheel drive chassis, for example, which greatly
expands the range of applications far from paved roads
and in rough terrain.
Comfortable box bodies with drawers and extendable ladders can be
fitted on the 18 t chassis according to the customer’s wishes.
The RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS HV12 achieves its maximum performance
data with an outrigger width of just 3.58 metres.
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COMPACT AND POWERFUL:
FRANCE ELÉVATEUR 101 FP
The new France Elévateur 101 FP particularly meets the requirements of
telecommunications companies for use in urban environments. However, it
is also suitable for many other industries that require an extremely compact
working platform.
With an overall length of just 5.87 metres on a Renault-Trafic chassis, the 101 FP
is as manageable as a large passenger car even in very confined conditions. Its low
overall weight of 3,400 kg and low height of 2.60 metres mean it can also be used
in areas that are inaccessible to other truck-mounted working platforms.
France Elévateur 101 FP
Technical specifications
Working height: 10.10 m
Reach without supports: 6.20 m
Basket load: 120 kg/1 person
Tower rotation: 400°
Max. Set-up inclination: 15 %/5 %
1,000 V insulated fibreglass basket
Energy chain inside the telescope
Control light for transport
position in driver’s cab.
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QUICK DEPLOYMENT WITHOUT OUTRIGGERS
The France Elévateur 101 FP does not require any outriggers
and reaches a working height of 10.10 metres and a
lateral outreach of 6.20 metres. The workman basket can
carry a maximum of 120 kg and can be rotated by 2 x 60°.
Due to the high maximum permissible inclinations of 15 %
in longitudinal and 5 % in transverse direction, the working
platform can also be used on slopes or inclined roadways
without any problems.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE TELECOMMUNICA-
TIONS INDUSTRY
The 101 FP has been specially designed for the telecommunications
industry to meet the need for an extremely
compact machine for urban environments. Special telecom
accessories are also available, such as a 750 kg towing
hook for pulling fibre optic cables through the conduits in
the floor.
LIGHT WEIGHT AND HIGH PAYLOAD
The 101 FP is currently available on a Renault Trafic or
Ford Transit custom chassis. With a gross vehicle weight of
3,400 kg, it is one of the lightest truck-mounted working
platforms on the market. It can therefore reach work sites
for which other vehicles are too heavy. Despite the low
total weight, the 101 FP has a payload of 895 kg.
COMPACT DIMENSIONS ALMOST LIKE A CAR
With an overall length of just 5.87 metres and a height
of 2.6 metres, the 101 FP is particularly suitable for work
in urban environments, in narrow alleys or behind low
gateways.
Since June 2022, France Elévateur has been part of the
TIME Manufacturing Company, as have RUTHMANN,
VERSALIFT and MOVEX. This guarantees a dense
Europe-wide service and sales network and ensures the
successful and problem-free use of our working platforms.
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IN USE
MATECO SETS NEW
STANDARDS WITH
THE STEIGER ® T 650 HF
ON HIGHFLEX
TECHNOLOGY FROM
RUTHMANN
With the delivery of the new STEIGER ® s T 650 HF to
mateco in the Netherlands, customers there can now
also benefit from the HighFlex advantages.
The many possibilities offered by the RUTHMANN HF
system are complex and not always easy to explain in
a consultation or on site.
In order to remedy this, mateco decided to produce
a video that impressively shows the advantages and
also offered the opportunity to test the machine
extensively.
REACH WORLD CHAMPION
With a lateral outreach of 43 metres, the STEIGER ® T 650
HF is the STEIGER ® with the highest outreach ever built. In
combination with the HighFlex technology - which allows
the working cage to rotate 180° - fantastic and unprecedented
application possibilities arise. For example, it is
possible to work across a building on the back side of this
building as if the working platform was placed on exactly
this side of the building. In practice, this opens up possibilities
where previously it was either not possible to use
a working platform at all or the ground at the back of a
building had to be elaborately stabilised with steel plates or
excavator mats.
PERFECT FOR INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY
With this flexibility, buildings and facades can now be
completely driven down in the shortest possible time,
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ideal, for example, for inspecting the building structure or
assembling components. With a cage load of 600 kg and
a working cage that can be telescoped to a width of 3.82
metres, the T 650 HF is also ideally suited for this purpose.
Although nothing was mounted during the video shoot by
mateco, the reach and the HighFlex functions of the machine
were tested extensively. The compact overall length
of the STEIGER ® was also helpful during the shoot, because
with a vehicle length of just under 12 metres, it was able to
easily pass the relatively narrow road to the site.
A successful video shoot in which the STEIGER ® T
650 HF completely fulfilled the high expectations of
mateco in the Netherlands. The video of the operation
is available online on YouTube.
You can see the
STEIGER ® T 650
HF in action at:
https://www.
youtube.com/
watch?v=Oo4Bknxv4A
in action.
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VERSALIFT VTX-240 G3
ONE FOR ALL ...
The VERSALIFT VTX-240 G3 articulated telescopic working platform is
equipped with a joint in the telescope, making it ideal for working behind
obstacles that cannot be reached by the direct route. The articulation
point is at a maximum height of 12 metres, from which the VTX-240
G3 can then telescope up to another 12.5 metres to the side. Ideal, for
example, for work on roofs or in urban environments. The maximum
working height is 24.2 metres and is achieved with the maximum basket
load of 220 kg.
Despite its outstanding operating
data, the VTX-240 G3 is no higher
than a standard Mercedes-Benz
Sprinter chassis and, with a height
of only 2.28 metres, can also pass
through many low passageways, e.g.
to courtyards. With a permissible total
weight of less than 3.5 t, the
VTX-240 G3 can be driven with a class
B driving licence.
EVEN ON SLOPES POWERFUL
The VTX-240 G3 can also be used in
garage entrances or on slopes. The
outriggers have a large outrigger
stroke, so that up to 6° inclination to
the longitudinal or transverse axis can
be compensated as standard.
COMFORT FUNCTIONS SAVE TIME
The new user-friendly display system
makes it easy to set up the machine
and can also be switched to different
languages. This makes outriggering
and automatically levelling the VER-
SALIFT VTX-240 G3 very easy, even
for less experienced operators.
After successful operation, the new
comfort home function automatically
returns the machine to the home position
and it can immediately be moved
on to the next job site.
UNDERFLOOR WORK INCLUDED
The VTX-240 G3 not only stands out
with its 12.5-metre lateral reach at
a height of around 12 metres, it can
also be used for underfloor work.
Thanks to the articulated telescopic
design, it is possible to work with the
workman basket up to 3.3 metres
below the level at which the machine
has been placed. This makes it possible,
for example, to inspect smaller
bridges, walls or road pavements that
lie below the vehicle.
OPTIONALLY ALSO 100 % ELECTRIC
Based on the IVECO eDaily chassis,
the VTX-240 G3 is also available as a
100 % electric version. The all-electric
VTX-240 G3 has a unique concept:
The VERSALIFT VTX 240 G3 has an articulated telescope and reaches a lateral reach of 12.5
metres at a height of around 12 metres - ideal for working over obstacles.
The new user-friendly operating concept
offers numerous comfort functions
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Here is the VERSALIFT
VTX-240 G3 in action:
... NOW ALSO
100 % ELECTRIC
the built-in battery of the IVECO
eDaily can be used for the travel drive
and at the same time for the drive of
the working platform, so emission-free
working, e.g. in inner-city areas, is
now also possible with the popular
articulated telescopic work platform.
The operation of the unit is almost
noiseless due to the electric drive,
so that operations at night, during
events and even indoors are possible.
The VTX-240 G3 on the 4.25 t IVECO
eDaily chassis has a range of around
200 km, depending on the frequency
of use of the working platforms.
THE E-MOTOR HAS MANY
ADVANTAGES
The electric motor has a high torque
and shows an efficient engine braking
effect, e.g. when driving downhill
with energy recovery. The vehicle has
fewer moving parts, such as the alternator
and gearbox, which increases
the service life. Running costs are also
significantly lower.
Even work up to 3 metres below floor level is possible with the versatile
VTX-240 G3.
Ideal for fast work on roof surfaces: The VTX-240 G3 reaches up to
12.5 metres lateral reach at a height of 12 metres
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NOVELTY
ECOLINE 270:
“THE NEXT LEVEL” IN THE LOW-BUDGET SEGMENT
27 metres working height and 16 metres outreach - ECOLINE 270 extends the ECOLINE range by 3 metres
working height. Add to this a vehicle length of 7.53 metres and a permissible set-up angle of up to 5° - it
doesn’t get more compact than this.
The stable fine-grained steel construction incorporates a
great deal of RUTHMANN know-how and components
from proven series, a guarantee of durability and reliability.
ECOLINE 270 - THE LEAP UPWARDS
Until now, ECOLINE telescopic working platforms up to 23
metres and articulated telescopic working platforms up to
24 metres working height were available. With the new
ECOLINE 270, RUTHMANN presented this powerful truckmounted
working platform with 4 metres more working
height and compact dimensions on a 3.5 t chassis at
bauma 2022. The working platform is particularly tolerant
when setting up, even on slopes, with a 5° permissible
set-up inclination and a large outrigger stroke. With a
length of just 7.53 metres, it is more compact than comparable
offers and scores with increased manoeuvrability and
less risk of damage. As with the RUTHMANN TB series, the
end crossbar is foldable.
ECOLINE 270 - THE PERFECT MATCH
The ECOLINE 270 is characterised by the combination of
proven and optimised components. It is based on proven
components from the ECOLINE and RUTHMANN STEIGER ®
TB series. The carrier system with the telescope comes from
the successful STEIGER ® TB 270+, the optimised base frame
from the ECOLINE 230 and the foldable light carriers from
With a reach of up to 16 metres and a working height of 27 metres, the
new ECOLINE 270 is ideal for building cleaners, for example. Large glass
surfaces can be worked on without having to move the machine.
the TB 270 pro. The control panel and workman basket
with 230 kg basket load also come from the ECOLINE 230.
For our customers, this means: extreme performance at an
attractive price.
The fast availability of spare parts is guaranteed by compatible
spare and wear parts. RUTHMANN customers benefit
from a close-knit service network with highly qualified staff,
short distances and modern workshop equipment.
The ECOLINE 270 has a permissible set-up inclination of 5° and is excellent for
working on slopes due to the 50 mm increased support stroke. The wedge-shaped
RUTHMANN shims ensure a safe stand.
The ECOLINE 270 offers a wide range of support variants and can also
be used in cramped conditions.
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FLEXIBLE APPLICATION POSSIBILITIES THROUGH
PROVEN SUPPORT VARIANTS
Despite the favourable overall price, the ECOLINE 270
offers a wide range of applications and is therefore interesting
for many industries and the rental business. The
modern horizontal and vertical outriggers allow the ECO-
LINE 270 to be set up close to the building and to make
optimum use of the available outreach. Supports are possible
on both sides, on one side and in profile and allow,
among other things, use in confined spaces. If desired, the
automatic function helps to bring the ECOLINE 270 quickly
into the operating position.
The stable design of the ECOLINE 270 also allows it to be
used with a maximum working platform tilt of 5°, which is
4° more than the direct competition provides.
Another new feature of the ECOLINE 270 - compared to
the ECOLINE 230 - is the 50 mm longer support stroke.
This makes working on slopes much easier. Together with
the wedge-shaped RUTHMANN shims, it can be used
safely here.
The ECOLINE 270 is attractive for a wide range of
target groups. Maximum performance on a compact
chassis makes it universally applicable for many industries
and in the rental business.
The popular ECOLINE control panel is also used in the ECOLINE 270
with the familiar operating concept. The machine can be used immediately
without having to get used to it.
The ECOLINE 270 offers a wide range of applications for almost all industries
and the rental business. The use of proven components makes
it easy to maintain and reliable in use.
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NOVELTY
VERSALIFT PRESENTS
THE NEW V-SERIES AT
THE APEX 2023
VERSALIFT is introducing the groundbreaking V-series
at APEX 2023: a new range of high-quality telescopic
working platforms on 3.5 t chassis!
The new range will initially comprise three models:
the V170 with 17 metres working height, the V-200
with 19.9 metres working height and the V225 with
22.5 metres working height. The first is the V-200,
which will be launched in May 2023 and will make its
debut at the APEX trade fair in 2023.
This new range has been developed to complement our
existing product line and fill the gap in our portfolio previously
created by the strong focus on working platforms
based on enclosed panel vans. Over the years, we have
received numerous requests for VERSALIFT telescopic
boom lifts on a 3.5 t chassis, and we decided to respond to
our customers’ requests by offering a complete range with
the new V-series, which meets the different needs of the
diverse market in Europe.
CLOSE COOPERATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT THE V
SERIES
Based on market analyses and suggestions from our customers,
we are constantly reviewing which products should
be added to our portfolio. Since RUTHMANN and, more
recently, France Elévateur have become part of the TIME
Group, we have been working closely together to find out
which products we need to add to strengthen our range of
machines.
With our combined expertise, we have found that adding
a range of straight telescopic platforms with working
heights between 17 and 22.5 metres in the well-known
VERSALIFT quality is the solution. We will soon be launching
a whole range of new telescopic platforms on chassis,
including the V-200, V-170 and V-225-F models.
To tailor our offer to the French market, it has also been decided
that the V170 will be a joint venture between France
Elévateur and VERSALIFT. This will allow us to work
closely together on the development of the unit, with VER-
SALIFT designing and manufacturing the lift, and France
Elévateur providing the undercarriage and assembly at its
state-of-the-art facilities in northern France.
The first model in the V range, the V-200, will be launched
in spring 2023 and presented at APEX 2023. The V170 will
be the next model to follow and the V225 will complete
the range. At VERSALIFT, we strive to meet our customers’
needs and continuously improve our product offering. The
addition of the V-Range will allow us to offer an even more
comprehensive product range, providing customers with a
greater choice of high quality lifts.
“We are pleased to announce the launch of the V-Range,
which is the result of our strong partnership with RUTH-
MANN and France Elévateur,” says Martin Sloth, Product
Manager at VERSALIFT Europe. “We have listened to our
customers and the V-Range is the perfect addition to our
product range, giving our customers more options and
solutions for their working platform needs.”
INTRODUCTION OF VERSALIFT’S V-200.
The V-200 is a powerful telescopic platform that rides on
a 3.5 tonne Iveco Daily with a wheelbase of 3750 millimetres.
The short wheelbase reduces the turning radius and
ensures optimal manoeuvrability. Both the telescope and
the subframe of the V-200 are made of high-strength steel.
They are lightweight yet robust and provide ample free
payload for the installation of a VERSALIFT hybrid system,
such as the E-Tech lithium battery pack.
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19.9 METRES WORKING HEIGHT AND
300 KG BASKET LOAD
With a maximum working height of 19.9 metres and a horizontal
reach of 14 metres, the V-200 covers a large working
area and is extremely powerful. It has a high maximum
basket load of 300 kg and offers space for two people in
the work basket. The operator can thus easily transport
tools and material in the workman basket. In the transport
position, the machine is less than 3 metres high.
Equipped with an automatic outrigger, this lift guarantees
safe and reliable operation. The automatic stabilisation
and levelling system facilitates effortless levelling of the
machine and increases safety. The operator can control the
supports from the work cage or from the optional control
panel located at the rear of the vehicle, offering flexibility in
different situations.
The precise and smooth proportional movements of the
VERSALIFT control system give the operator more control,
especially during simultaneous manoeuvres. The V-200 has
an aluminium workman basket that provides access from
both the front and rear for entry and exit. This gives the
operator flexibility for roof work and other tasks. The workman
basket is equipped with a hydraulic swivel as standard,
giving the operator maximum flexibility.
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NOVELTY
STEIGER ® T 300 XS HYBRID
THE WORLD’S FIRST
HYBRID STEIGER ® ON A
7.49 T CHASSIS
Based on the current and very successful STEIGER ® T 300 XS, RUTHMANN
now offers the STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid, the first hybrid truck-mounted
working platform on a 7.49 t chassis. The STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid offers
the same outstanding performance data: 30 metres working height,
23 metres outreach and 350 kg basket load on a compact 7.59 metre
chassis. The speed of the individual movements is almost identical to the
STEIGER ® T 300 XS.
POWERFUL HYBRID DRIVE WITH-
OUT COMPROMISE
The RUTHMANN engineers have
succeeded in designing the powerful
hybrid with 12.8 KWh battery in such
a way that the zGG of the STEIGER ® s
T 300 XS Hybrid on MAN or IVECO
chassis is still less than 7.5 tonnes. This
means that the machine can still be
driven with a C1 driving licence (old
class III). This means that the STEIGER ®
T 300 XS Hybrid is still available to
a large target group who need the
robustness and top performance data
of STEIGER ® s on 7.49 t chassis in their
daily work.
CONVENIENT CHARGING -
EVEN DURING STEIGER ® USE
With its 12.8 KW battery, the STEI-
GER ® T 300 XS Hybrid achieves 13 full
working cycles before it needs to be
charged. The STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid
can be charged either while driving
or by connecting it to the mains
via the easily accessible charging
socket with standard CEE plug. Based
on the good experience with the TB/
TBR Hybrid STEIGER ® s, the T 300 XS
Hybrid can also be charged during
STEIGER ® operation. This opens up
completely new application possibilities
for the STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid,
e.g. it can continue to be operated
silently via mains power during long
building cleaning operations in inner
courtyards. This feature should also be
a very interesting aspect for TV and
film productions.
The operator has the option of changing
the type of drive at any time. If the
battery is empty and no mains power
is available, work can continue with
the combustion engine. The standard
The batteries with a
total of 12.8 KWh
allow the STEIGER ® T
300 XS 13 full working
cycles before it
needs to be charged.
This is done while
driving or without
interrupting work via
the mains connection
with standard
CEE plug.
charging time in idle state is approx.
6 hours at a standard 230 V connection
until the battery has reached full
capacity again.
Alternatively, the STEIGER ® T 300 XS
is also available with a 400 V electric
drive, specially designed for use near
a mains connection. Even with this
option, the permissible total weight of
the STEIGER ® s T 300 XS Hybrid is still
less than 7.5 tonnes.
CONVENIENT JACK CONTROL
PANEL WITH SCREEN AT EYE LEVEL
The STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid also
offers many proven innovations “on
the ground”. For example, the new
outrigger operation, which is very
popular in the TB/TBR series, is used as
standard. The STEIGER ® s T 300 XS Hybrid
can be propped using the electric
drive or also with the combustion engine.
The new control unit is optimally
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With a vehicle length of only 7.59 metres, the STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid
is the most compact truck-mounted working platform in its class
and boasts outstanding performance data.
The work basket can carry up to 350 kg and can be rotated 90° at a
time. There is a choice of numerous work baskets that can be easily
changed.
integrated at eye level on the chassis
and, in addition to the reliable support
variants and comfort functions, offers
practical stabilization of the machine
on the vehicle at all times. Clear, easily
recognisable switches that can change
colour never leave the machine operator
in the dark.
MORE BASKET LOAD AND PROVEN
OPERATION
The stable new telescopic design of
the STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid has also
increased the basket load by a further
30 kg to a maximum of 350 kg.
Die Stützensteuerung
des STEIGER ® s T 300
XS Hybrid ist bequem
auf Augenhöhe angeordnet
und erlaubt
es, die Maschine über
den Elektro- oder
Verbrennungsmotorantrieb
abzustützen.
The familiar workman basket from
the T series is compatible with other
baskets from the same series. The
modern RUTHMANN Cockpit is used,
with numerous comfort functions and
real-time readable operating data. It
provides the platform operator with all
relevant data at all times.
The STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid can
also be equipped with all work cages
of the series, e.g. pruning and insulated
work cages or the large, 2.10
m wide work cage. As usual with
RUTHMANN, this is done with two
people and a few simple steps.
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THE NEW VERSALIFT VTE AND VDTE ARE ALSO
AVAILABLE ALSO 100 % ELECTRICALLY AVAILABLE
VERSALIFT proudly presents the launch of its latest family members, the VTE and the VDTE, specifically designed
to meet the different needs of professionals in various industries.
These two new working platforms can be mounted on various box trucks with different drives and are characterised
by their high level of quality and user-friendly features.
EXCEPTIONALLY LIGHT CONSTRUCTION
VTE-34-125-F on Renault
During the design phase of the VTE and VDTE, the primary
objective was to achieve an extremely light construction so
that these lifts could also be fitted to 100% electric vans.
Currently available vans with electric drives have a limited
payload, which is a major challenge when it comes to
providing customers with a lift that offers both an optimal
working height and sufficient payload for materials.
Thanks to our extreme weight optimisation, which has
gone into the development of the new models, the two
new models VTE and VDTE can be installed in fully electric
vans. This gives our customers the choice between a
van chassis with an internal combustion engine or a 100
% electric panel van, without having to compromise on
operational data.
USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN
The VTE and VDTE models Length: feature 6692 simple mm Height: and effective 2990 controls
with LCD screens on both the upper and removable
mm Wheelb
lower controls. In addition, these units are designed without
outriggers, allowing for quick and effortless set-up, and
the working platforms can also be used with an inclination
12,3 m 10,3 m 7 m 120 kg 1-man N/A Single Joysti
Diagramme(s)
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Technical data VTE-34-125-F
Working height:
Reach:
Max. basket load:
strength steel booms provide
improved rigidity, stiffness and
performance
12.3 m
7 m
120 kg
Max. inclination: 3°/5°
Max. weight:
Max. payload:
3,500 kg
395 kg
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of 3° to the transverse axis and 5° to the longitudinal axis.
Weighing less than 3.5 t, these models are compact and
highly manoeuvrable, offering a working height of around
12 metres. The VDTE in particular is mounted on a cut-van,
which is perfect for working in urban areas where a particularly
short design is required.
VDTE-33-120 on Renault
OPTIMAL UTILISATION OF THE LOADING SPACE
The VTE and VDTE models are equipped with an innovative
plinth and sub-frame design that allows for a flat floor and
thus optimum utilisation of the cargo space within the van.
This feature is particularly useful for professionals who need
to transport a variety of tools and materials. The VTE and
VDTE have a large payload of 395 and 768 kg respectively
and are easy to load and unload. The asymmetric workman
basket allows material to be conveniently loaded from the
interior directly into the workman basket without having to
step onto the carriageway.
The VTE and VDTE are available from dealers now. If you
would like to learn more about these new aerial work platforms,
please visit our website or contact us directly. Our
team is always available to assist you with any questions
you may have.
The VDTE is mounted on a Length: cut van and 5260 is therefore mm extremely Height: compact 2800 mm Whee
with an overall length of only 5.26 metres. In operation, it reaches a working
height of 12 metres and a lateral reach of around 7 metres.
11,9 m 9,9 m 6,7 m 120 kg 1-man N/A Single Jo
Diagramme(s)
Technical data VDTE-33-120
Working height:
11.9 m
Reach:
6.7 m
Max. basket load: 120 kg
Max. inclination: 3°/5°
Max. weight:
3,500 kg
Max. payload:
768 kg
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strength steel booms provide
improved rigidity, stiffness and
performance
Ultra compact transport
dimensions suitable for urb
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IN USE
COMPACT IN USE: KARGL GMBH RELIES
ON THE BLUELIFT SA 18 HB IN TREE CARE
For more than 20 years and now in its second generation, the company
Kargl GmbH has been shaping and maintaining trees, gardens and
landscapes in the Regensburg region. In addition to numerous trucks,
tractors and forestry equipment, a BLUELIFT SA 18 HB crawler working
platform has also been part of the fleet since 2022.
The compact crawler working platform perfectly complements the fleet, as it
can reach work sites that are inaccessible to other machines. With a width of
only 0.78 metres and a height of just 1.99 metres, the BLUELIFT SA 18 HB can
be brought into gardens by Kargl’s landscape gardeners, for example, to prune
trees there. With its low tare weight of 2,200 kg and the rubber track chassis,
it overcomes lawns or slopes without damage and does not even stop at steps.
The 1.3 x 0.7 metre working cage carries up
to 230 kg and can reach many locations.
COMPACT YET FLEXIBLE IN USE
The SA 18 HB reaches a working height of up to 17.8 metres when pruning
and is easy to manoeuvre into the treetops thanks to its articulated design and
compact working cage. “The flexible application possibilities of the compact
machine are very much appreciated by the employees,” says Karl-Heinz Kargl,
owner and managing director of Kargl GmbH. “In particular, the fact that the
machine requires just a support area of 3 x 3 metres to achieve its full operating
data is very advantageous in our applications,” Kargl continues.
The BLUELIFT SA 18 HB is powered by a Honda petrol engine, which enables
self-sufficient use in the forest and off-road. Likewise, the almost noise- and
emission-free drive with mains electricity is also possible. “Many of our
customers appreciate this very much when the engine is not always causing
exhaust fumes and noise in the garden during longer tree care operations,” Mr
Kargl reports from daily practice.
“For us, the BLUELIFT SA 18 HB fills a gap left by other, larger machines,” Mr
Kargl continues. “A compact yet powerful solution that supports us in our
daily work and that my employees can easily take to the customer themselves
on the trailer.”
Due to the small support surface, the machine
can also be used on small plateaus, for example.
The SA 18 HB can handle slopes of up to 28%.
The supports prevent it from tipping over if the
ground should give way a little.
With a width of just 0.78 metres, the BLUELIFT
SA 18 HB can reach almost any site, no matter
how remote.
The SA 18 HB reaches a height of 18 metres
and a lateral reach of up to 9.3 metres.
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IN PRACTICE: THE ALL-ELECTRIC STEIGER ® AMPERO
TBR 250 E AFTER ONE YEAR IN OPERATION
GERKEN was the first access
platform rental company to invest
in the 100% electric RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® Ampero TBR 250 E in
2019.
RUTHMANN developed the E-STEI-
GER ® with a working height of 25
metres and a range of 16 metres
together with the Orten company,
which electrified the Mercedes
Sprinter. Today, there are already
several fully electric RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® in the GERKEN rental
fleet under the name GL 25 N. One
of them is in permanent rental at a
parks department in the Ruhr area.
ROBUST AND VERSATILE
The electric truck mounted platform is ideal for municipal use in urban environments.
The operating time per battery charge is on average two working days.
The Ampero is not spared in its work
and now replaces an older working
platform with a combustion engine
that was previously used. The parks
department uses the working platform
for a wide range of tasks, including
tree pruning and grove maintenance
in residential areas, on the outskirts
of the city and in schoolyards. Tree
pruning is consistently carried out
with battery-powered equipment, so
that the peace and quiet gained is
not disturbed by the noise of a petrol
chainsaw.
ADVANTAGES NO ONE WANTS TO
DO WITHOUT
The all-electric truck-mounted working
platform has not only completely
replaced its predecessor, but also
offers many advantages that no one
would want to do without. Particularly
worth mentioning is the extremely low
noise level during operation, which
allows employees to work even in
the early morning hours or late in the
evening without disturbing the neighbourhood.
In addition, communication
between employees has improved,
leading to fewer mistakes, as everyone
can communicate better in the quiet
environment.
The environment and the health of
the employees also benefit from the
electric STEIGER ® , as it does not emit
any exhaust gases or fine dust that
could be inhaled. Passers-by also react
very positively to the emission-free
machine.
TOP PERFORMANCE DATA
The Ampero rides on a 5-ton Sprinter
chassis. Due to this higher operating
weight, it achieves a significantly
higher reach than the usual truckmounted
working platforms on a 3.5
t chassis, both with narrow and full
jacking.
Thanks to the 5 t chassis and the box body,
the required tools can be taken to the site.
The parks department now relies mainly on
quiet battery-powered equipment.
WELL ON ITS OWN POWER
For the parks department, it is particularly
attractive to operate their working
platforms with electricity from
their own grid or from renewable
sources. With one battery charge, the
Ampero at the Parks Department can
be operated for around two days. The
daily workload is 5 to 8 tree-cutting
operations and about 20 kilometres,
which are also covered electrically.
“The conclusion after one year of
continuous operation is absolutely
positive! Despite initial reservations,
the all-electric machine was convincing
in all respects and in some respects
even exceeded expectations,” says
the head of operations at the office.
head of the office. “The employees no
longer want to be exposed to the exhaust
fumes and noise of conventional
machines during their daily work.”
Therefore, the municipality is now
considering investing in more electric
machines.
In the meantime, the 100 % electric
RUTHMANN Ampero is available on
series chassis. The new Ampero TBR
260 E on IVECO eDaily is presented on
pages 6 and 7.
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THE BESTSELLER
IN A NEW EDITION:
FRANCE ELÉVATEUR
121 FT
As the initiator of the 3.5 t van concept, France Elévateur
has constantly developed and adapted the 121
FT to the changing demands of the market since 1980.
Today, the 121 FT model is France Elévateur’s bestseller
for the telecommunications industry and the
installation and maintenance of outdoor illuminated
advertising.
The 121 FT is available on Renault Master or Ford Transit
3.5 t chassis. It offers a high load volume and a large payload
for transporting materials to the job site. In addition,
a trailer hitch with a towing capacity of up to 750 kg is
optionally available.
The 121 FT offers a working height of 12 metres without
outriggers and a lateral reach of 7 metres. The vehicle’s
pitch may be up to 15 % in the longitudinal direction and
up to 5 % in the transverse direction without any loss of
performance. This means that the 121 FT can also be used
on slopes or on road surfaces with steep slopes.
For fast and effective cleaning, e.g. of street lamps, the 121
FT can also be used with two people, an operator and a
cleaner. Thanks to the indicator light in the cockpit of the
121 FT, the driver is always informed whether the telescope
is in the support and he can continue driving or whether
his colleague is still working.
The standard 85 x 78 cm fibreglass work basket is insulated
up to 1,000 volts and offers a large and comfortable opening
for access. The material can be conveniently loaded into
the basket from the interior of the vehicle via the platform
The bestseller in a new edition: Since 1980, the 121 FT has been
constantly developed and adapted to the ever-changing demands of
the market.
There is plenty of space inside for carrying materials or assembling shelving
systems with consumables for maintenance and repair.
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at the rear without having to step onto the roadway. This
minimises the risk of accidents and increases safety during
operation.
The work basket can carry up to 230 kg and can be rotated
60° in both directions.
France Elévateur has also been part of the TIME Manufacturing
Company since June 2022. You benefit from a
Europe-wide sales and service network that supports you in
your daily work and guarantees the successful and smooth
use of the machines.
Working height: 12.00 m
Platform height: 10.10 m
Maximum outreach without support: 7.00 m
Basket load: 120 kg/1 person
Tower rotation: 400°
Maximum erection inclination (transverse): 5 %
Maximum erection inclination (longitudinal): 15 %
1,000 V insulated fibreglass basket with full
opening
Basket dimensions: 850 x 780 x 1150 mm
Minimum permissible total weight: 3500 kg
Steel boom with 1 telescopic element
Internal energy chain in telescope
Electro-hydraulic and sequential commands
Backup remote control in the cabin (5 m cable)
Alarm tilt detector
Basket rotation 2 x 60°
Priority electro-hydraulic backup console
Transport position indicator light in driver’s cab
Hour counter
Emergency hand pump
The material can be removed from the vehicle via the stable rear
platform and loaded into the work basket without stepping on the
roadway.
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RUTHMANN STEIGER ® -
STEP DEPLOYMENT PLANNER -
PRECISE PLANNING WITHOUT
SITE VISIT
The new RUTHMANN online tool STEP (STEIGER ® Application Planner) is
unique in the world and for the first time allows working platforms to
be planned virtually with precise height information without a site visit.
The correct selection of the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® via STEP prevents the
selection of machines that are too large or too small in the daily rental
business. This optimises fleet utilisation and saves costs.
Based on a precise height map and
the database with all the performance
data of the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® ,
assignments can initially be planned
online. After determining the required
working heights on site, the appropriate
STEIGER ® is selected from the database
and placed on the map. Here,
all support variants of the machines,
the cage load as well as the working
height can be taken into account and
visually checked. The working diagram
shows the building contour and
whether the operation is feasible with
the selected STEIGER ® .
THE NEXT STEP IN OPERATION
PLANNING
STEP provides our customers with a
powerful online tool for deployment
planning. The employee trained on
it has the possibility to carry out this
planning online. Once he knows the
address of the site, he can use various
maps (OpenStreet-Map, Bing, Google
and numerous aerial photos) to view
the conditions and compare them
with the rental customer’s ideas.
Precise height maps allow the required
working height to be determined to
the nearest centimetre, much more
precisely and comprehensively than is
possible on site from the ground.
The worker can thus determine the
heights of buildings, superstructures
or towers precisely and without
the usual deviations. The difference
between the STEIGER ® and the height
of the planned location is then used
to determine the required working
height for the operation.
DETERMINING THE REACH TAKING
ALL PARAMETERS INTO ACCOUNT
The user can easily read off the required
reach from the radii around the
working point he has set. The radii are
labelled with metres for this purpose.
After entering the working height and
the desired basket load in STEP, the
user accesses the available STEIGER ®
in the database.
After the selection, the chosen
STEIGER ® appears visually on the map
and can be positioned there freely.
The working diagram adapts dynamically
based on the selected working
height and basket load and immediately
displays the possible reach of the
STEIGER ® . The various support variants
of the STEIGER ® can also be selected,
which is reflected in real-time ranges.
With STEP’s height map, the height at the measuring point can be read precisely in the grid
information on the right. Unlike other tools, this height determination is free of distortion and
thus protects against surprises during use.
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The STEIGER ® placed in STEP shows the
possible reach, taking into account the
basket load, the required working height
and the selected support variant. The
machine can thus be precisely placed and
turned to fit.
to carry out different plans - e.g. east
and west side of a building - and save
them centrally as a joint operation.
The online tool STEP has been precisely
tailored by us to the respective
needs of our customers and offers
a selection of all currently available
STEIGER ® models. From STEP, these
can also be reserved directly for the
respective operation. Assuming a
corresponding API interface, the reservations
could be transferred to the
customer’s dispatching software.
THE BUILDING CONTOUR
PROVIDES CERTAINTY IN
DEPLOYMENT PLANNING
Once the STEIGER ® has been optimally
positioned on the map of the site
of operation, it is possible to check
whether the working point has been
reached by displaying the lateral reach
diagram. At the same time, a building
contour is displayed. With its help,
it can be precisely assessed, as in an
on-site inspection, whether building
edges are obstructing the operation
or whether it can be carried out as
planned.
that, for example, a weekly market
that takes place every Wednesday at
the planned deployment location can
be recorded as a special feature.
If the deployment parameters, e.g.
the basket load, change afterwards,
this can be modified at any time and
saved as a new plan. It is also possible
STEP offers the unique procedure of
planning assignments precisely and
remotely without an on-site visit. STEP
achieves great time and cost savings
in fast and professional assignment
planning.
STEP enables a direct order decision
without BVO and the selection
of exactly the right STEIGER ®
from the fleet. The use of oversized
or too small machines is thus
a thing of the past.
Once the operation has been planned,
STEP generates a report that contains
all the operation parameters
and serves as a valuable aid to the
machine operator in choosing the
location of the STEIGER ® on the day of
operation. Another particularly practical
feature is that so-called geo notes
can be stored in the map. This means
STEP offers all STEIGER ® with technical data and working diagrams for selection that the customer
has available in his fleet. In addition, further STEIGER ® can be added.
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NOVELTY
MOVEX ATL 15:
15.1 METRE WORKING HEIGHT
ON FORD RANGER ALL
WHEEL DRIVE
The new robust ATL 15 articulated
telescopic working platform from
MOVEX celebrated its world premiere
at bauma 2022 in Munich. Mounted
on a Ford Ranger all-wheel drive
chassis, it reaches completely remote
locations, especially in rural and
forestry environments, and offers a
working height of up to 15.1 metres.
The ATL 15 from MOVEX is a cost-effective
machine for street lighting and maintenance
companies. It can be equipped
with a wide range of accessories, such as
large-capacity drawers for storing tools
and spare parts, a holder for ladders or
even a winch at the front.
It has great freedom of movement both
vertically and horizontally. The articulated
design makes it ideal for working over
obstacles that block the direct route, e.g.
working on power or telephone lines on
houses or over small trees. The ATL 15
offers a maximum horizontal reach of 8
metres and allows a basket load of 225
kg with space for up to 2 persons.
The MOVEX ATL 15’s electro-hydraulic
control in the workman basket
enables safe and precise control of
the machine and is easy to learn.
The control system is designed to be
robust and reliable, just like the entire
machine.
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The MOVEX ATL 15
offers a maximum
working height of
15.1 metres. With
the articulated
telescope and the
articulation point at
around 6 metres,
working over obstacles
is also possible.
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The MOVEX ATL 15
reaches even remote
work sites with the
4x4 chassis of the
Ford Ranger. The
articulated telescope
can also be used to
work over obstacles
if they block the
direct path.
The articulated telescope can be
rotated by 450° and allows the ATL 15
to cover a very large working area
without having to move the machine.
This saves time during operation.
The Ford Ranger’s 4x4 chassis makes
it possible to reach work sites even in
difficult terrain. The outriggers compensate
for terrain slopes at the site of
operation and also enable operation
on uneven ground. Different support
modes are available for this purpose.
For more information,
visit movexlift.com or
contact your local
distributor.
The good off-road
characteristics of
the Ford Ranger
chassis as well as the
slope angle are not
affected by the work
platform body.
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RUTHMANN REVOLUTIONISES
WITH RTC DIAGNOSTICS AND FLEET
MANAGEMENT FOR WORKING PLATFORMS
With the new RUTHMANN online tool, it is possible to remotely monitor RUTHMANN STEIGER ® , BLUELIFT
and ECOLINE working platforms equipped with the appropriate hardware, detect problems in good time and
quickly rectify any faults that may occur.
The RUTHMANN TECHNOLOGY
CONNECT - RTC works via the
internet and can be used with all
current web browsers in the office
or worldwide. The system is available
for all new RUTHMANN STEIGER ® ,
BLUELIFT and ECOLINE working
platforms, but can also be retrofitted
to many existing machines. It replaces
the previously available RUTHMANN
CONNECT.
VERSATILE USE FOR RUTHMANN
CUSTOMERS OR RUTHMANN
SERVICE
The RTC can be used both by RUTH-
MANN Service for problem solving
and by the machine owner’s customer
service. The new system offers a
comprehensive graphical display of
all machine data: from the current fill
level of the tank to the position of the
machine to the individual measured
values of all sensors installed in the
working platform. There is access to
the history of the sensor data, so that
it can be traced how often an error
has occurred and what may have led
to it. In this way, the error can be
eliminated quickly. It is also possible
to reproduce faults on the basis of the
stored data.
FAST TROUBLESHOOTING FOR
RUTHMANN CUSTOMERS AND
RENTAL COMPANIES
All important parameters and possible errors of the machines equipped with RTC can be seen
at a glance. The times at which the machine was in operation can also be seen.
Especially in the rental business with
large vehicle fleets, the new RUTH-
MANN TECHNOLOGY CONNECT -
RTC offers a fast and efficient problem
analysis and solution. Application
errors of the rental customer can be
recognised immediately by the rental
company’s customer service and a
The geo-positions of the working platforms in the fleet can be viewed at
any time.
With RTC, the customer service can also put themselves in the operator’s
perspective and see all values of the control panel in real time.
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Ideal for fleet management:
All machines
are visible at
a glance. The freely
configurable dashboards
show, for example,
whether the
machine is currently
in use, whether
there are any faults,
the geo-position of
the machine and upcoming
maintenance
intervals.
corresponding instruction for action
can be passed on directly to the rental
customer. This saves resources at the
rental company’s customer service department
and ensures quick troubleshooting
at the job site as well as high
machine availability.
OPEN PLATFORM WITH EXPAND-
ABLE OPTIONS
Thanks to the open platform architecture
and the many interface options,
the RTC is continuously being further
developed and expanded with additional
functions.
In the future, various alarms can be
defined via the monitoring function.
This means, for example, that necessary
maintenance on the machines will
be announced in good time and can
be scheduled in the workshop. The
integrated black box stores errors and
alarms for one year. In this way, it can
be traced later on whether a problem
has already existed frequently or what
triggered it.
ERROR ANALYSIS EVEN FAR AWAY
FROM MOBILE RADIO NETWORKS
Compared to previous tools, the
RUTHMANN TECHNOLOGY CON-
NECT - RTC makes it possible to port
data to a smartphone in places without
mobile phone networks and bring
it to a location with network coverage.
A service technician can then
access the smartphone via the internet
and view the data. This means that in
many cases it is no longer necessary
for a service technician to travel to the
location of the fault, even in remote
areas. He can identify the problem in
the RTC and give instructions on how
to rectify the fault.
All operating data, such as the current working height and reach, as well as
the basket load, are visible from the machine.
The insight into the machine’s diagnostic system allows faults to be found
quickly without the need for customer service to travel to the site.
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IN USE
FE 172 ATBI - WORKING UNDER HIGH VOLTAGE
With the 172 ATBI, France Elévateur
offers a special remote-controlled
solution for working under
high voltage.
The 172 ATBI is primarily used in
substations and power stations, where
it reaches a working height of 16.8
metres and a reach of 6.8 metres.
The working cage carries 320 kg and
is a special construction with insulators
on the telescope that insulates
against voltage of up to 400,000
volts. This makes it possible to work
under high voltage without interrupting
the customers’ power supply.
Here you can see
the 172 ATBI of
France Elévateur
in action:
VERSALIFT DENMARK RENOVATES AT LOFTY HEIGHTS
VERSALIFT Denmark used its VER-
SALIFT VTX-240 to help the local
civic association in Louns with a
special project: the renovation of a
stork’s nest.
The project was a big challenge for
the civic association, but thanks to
the support of VERSALIFT Denmark,
it was successfully implemented. The
VERSALIFT VTX-240 enabled the
helpers to reach and renovate the
stork’s nest in a safe and efficient way.
With the support of VERSALIFT Denmark,
the nest was restored to its full
glory and the storks now have a cosy
home again.
24.20 m and a reach of 12.50 m, the
VTX-240 offers excellent performance
values. Thanks to the “up and over”
function, obstacles up to a height of
11 m can be crossed effortlessly and
safely. The VERSALIFT ® is particularly
suitable for work on facades.
The telescopic beams are made of
high-strength fine-grained steel and
are edged many times. This results in
optimal stability and a low operating
weight.
The VERSALIFT VTX-240 is an example
of state-of-the-art technology
and safety. With a working height of
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FRANCE ELÉVATEUR 192 ATL: A WORK PLATFORM FOR ALL CASES
With a lateral reach of 9 metres
and a working height of 19.6 metres,
the 192 ATL is a very popular
working platform among energy
providers. The articulated telescopic
design with the joint at a
height of around 8 metres makes it
easy to work over large obstacles.
With the IVECO all-wheel chassis, it is
not easy to stop and can reach almost
any site. Even snow and mud are no
obstacle. Due to the dimensioned
support lift, it can also be set up on
terrain without any problems so that it
can fully develop its performance.
UPTO 15 PRESENTS ITSELF IN ALL ITS GLORY
We had the pleasure of demonstrating
our new UPTO 15 at Place
Stanislas in Nancy for the decoration
of the city council’s Christmas
tree.
The UPTO 15 is the first model of the
new UPTO generation with a working
height of 15.10 metres and a reach
of 9.10 metres. It is a completely new
design by France Elévateur, which
we present in detail on page 10 of this
issue of Experience. Special attention
has been paid to ergonomics and
energy consumption in the new UPTO
series.
In use at the Place Stanislas in Nancy,
the UPTO 15 was already able to fully
convince with its new concept.
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IN USE
INTERVIEW WITH FRANCE ELÉVATEUR CUSTOMER
CITEOS: THE 162 TLE ECO PACK IN USE AT CITEOS
For us, feedback from our customers is of the utmost importance. It enables us to improve and to respond ever
more precisely to the needs of the operators. Our client Citeos is a specialist in urban infrastructure: lighting,
fibre optics, internet distribution service, TV subscribers, camera, low voltage network intervention. What
does Alain Casel, manager of the CITEOS branch in Longwy, appreciate about France Elévateur machines, especially
the 162 TLE Eco Pack?
As a nationwide company specialising in electrical installation
work on public roads, the requirements are many
and varied. Alain Casel explains that versatility is one of the
main needs of CITEOS technicians. For example, employees
do different tasks on the same day. It is also necessary to be
able to work at night.
The minimum requirement of CITEOS is 16 metres working
height. For other uses, new requests from CITEOS members
are emerging. For example, minimum noise for interventions
in public spaces in the city centre.
CITEOS has a strong need for aerial work platforms, as
working at height is at the heart of their business. The
CITEOS fleet in Longwy includes nine machines: several
light vehicles such as 162 TLE on Iveco and Mercedes, for
compactness and use on slopes. A truck that acts as a mobile
workshop. A 162 TLE Eco Pack for a reduced carbon
footprint. Plus TOPY, the must-have, an ATL and a 142
TPFC cutaway van.
New users of electric vehicles often have the same fear
before taking the leap to electric mobility: autonomy. Alain
Casel says: it’s not a problem! Given the use of these machines,
autonomy is quite sufficient. What’s more, the 162
TLE Eco Pack simply stays plugged into its 16-amp socket
in the park’s “green” slot for an evening and the battery is
recharged.
And this recharging does not take place every night, it is
not necessary at all. One refill per working week is enough
to cover the energy demand.
The figures also speak for themselves. During one working
week, 220 kg/CO 2
were not released. And 144 litres of
diesel were saved.
THE 162 TLE, THE ECO REFERENCE PACKAGE FOR IN-
TERVENTIONS IN URBAN AREAS
The 162 TLE for the Eco package is perfect for saving
money and reducing the company’s carbon footprint. For
CITEOS, the 162 TLE Eco Pack is a very environmentally
conscious vehicle. As an electric vehicle, it enables silent
and emission-free navigation through city streets. No noise
or odour nuisance for technicians and citizens.
Alain Casel is pleased to have succeeded in reducing the
sites’ carbon footprint. In an environment that requires the
daily use of vehicles and many kilometres travelled (7,800
for CITEOS with this vehicle!), moving away from the internal
combustion engine to be more environmentally friendly
is a nice and honourable goal.
In the past, explains Mr Casel, “we often got comments
from people in the city centre (too noisy, too much exhaust
fumes) because we sometimes had to work for 30 minutes
with the engine running.” In the meantime, the feedback
is much more positive, and people talk about it being
“pleasant” to use. The 162 TLE Eco Pack is perceived as a
very positive, environmentally conscious machine by the
citizens,” says Alain Casel.
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LERUM ENERGI IN SWEDEN
CONTINUES TO RELY ON VERSALIFT
IN USE
Experience
Lerum Energi is an electricity grid and district heating
company owned by the municipality of Lerum in
Västra Götaland, Sweden. The company is responsible
for all investments in the grid, e.g. expansion, maintenance
and metering, to ensure a secure electricity
supply for all inhabitants of the municipality. Today,
Lerum Energi has more than 18,000 electricity grid
customers and manages more than 200 kilometres of
lines and nearly 350 substations.
TIME FOR AN UPGRADE
Thomas Eriksson, who has worked at Lerum Energi for
more than 20 years, is deputy manager for service and
construction. He explains that a truck-mounted working
platform is an indispensable piece of equipment for the
company.
In 2010 VERSALIFT delivered the first working platform
to Lerum Energi, but after 12 years it was time for a new
working platform to meet the growing tasks and challenges
Lerum Energi now faces. Lerum Energi is responsible
for maintaining the municipality’s 10,000 lighting points
and needs a lifting platform that can handle a variety of
tasks - from replacing lights to installing new lighting along
roads, cycle paths and electric light paths.
A LONG WISH LIST
Lerum Energi wanted a tailor-made solution for all the tasks
that need to be done on a daily basis to make work efficient
and easy. Among other things, the working platform
needed to be “flexible”, as Thomas Eriksson put it, as it
would be used in parks, facilities, on residential streets as
well as on busy roads.
It was also important for Lerum Energi that the lift is easy
to operate and quick and easy to set up, as they move the
lift from lamppost to lamppost many times every day. Here
it was important that they got our drive option, a perfect
solution. With this option, it is easy to pack the lift to move
the car between work areas. This is crucial to save time
during a workday.
Last but not least, it was important for Lerum Energi to
get an intelligent and well-functioning storage solution for
their equipment. They wanted a solution with cabinets and
space for material and tools. They also got a tool tray that
they can attach to the edge of the work basket, so they
have all the tools within reach in the work basket.
THE SOLUTION
Based on this wish list, we offered the company a customised
solution: a VTL-135-F with a working height of 13.5
metres, mounted on a 5.5-tonne Mercedes Benz Sprinter
chassis. The vehicle has all-wheel drive and a relatively short
wheelbase, so it can be used in winter road conditions as
well as in light terrain.
We are pleased about the good cooperation. It is
exciting to follow a company that is involved in
sustainable energy solutions. We hope that we can
deliver the right solutions in the future and continue
the good cooperation.
As an energy company, it was also not surprising that
Lerum Energi opted for sustainable solutions wherever
possible. Therefore, it was also important that the working
platform had to have a hybrid drive to be able to run on
battery power. With our VERSALIFT battery kit, the working
platform can operate without a running combustion
engine and there are no emissions or noise. This is good for
the operator and the environment.
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IN USE
STEIGER ® WRAPPING THE ARC DE TRIOMPHE IN PARIS
For 60 years, the idea of the artist
couple Christo and Jeanne-Claude
to cover the Arc de Triomphe in
Paris lay in a drawer. Finally, the
couple‘s dream has come true.
In September 2021, the last strips
of fabric were unrolled over the
Arc de Triomphe and attached with
help of RUTHMANN STEIGER ® .
Unfortunately, the couple will no
longer be able to witness the wrapping
themselves, as both artists have
already passed away. The Claude
couple became famous worldwide for
wrapping famous buildings. The first
building to be wrapped by Christo and
Jeanne-Claude was the Kunsthalle in
Bern in 1968, followed by many others,
including the Reichstag in Berlin.
For the wrapping at dizzying heights,
the countless helpers used aerial work
platforms to reach the entire building
as easily and smoothly as possible.
Among the working platforms were
the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 650 HF,
the T 750 HF, the T 510 HF and the T
570 HF. The STEIGER ® were provided
by our customers Salti and CAUVAS
OCCILEV from France.
SANTA CLAUS TRUSTS THE VERSALIFT VTX-240
In 2022, Father Christmas in Denmark opted for
VERSALIFT to get on the roofs and then up the chimneys
for Christmas. He has found over the years that it is more
practical and safer than having to park a sleigh with the 8
reindeer on the roofs over and over again!
Here it is the local Father Christmas in Farsø who has borrowed
a VTX-240 so that he can help light up the town’s
tall Christmas tree to the great delight of the local children.
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RUTHMANN TECHNOLOGY CONNECT FIXED IT:
„ALL SYSTEMS ARE WORKING AGAIN“
Our STEIGER ® are in use all over the world, in Europe,
Asia and also in the USA. Alpha Platforms in New
York City has been a customer of RUTHMANN Reachmaster,
our US branch, for years. The New York rental
company has numerous RUTHMANN machines in use,
among other things to service wind turbines.
One of the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 295 A (European designation
STEIGER ® T 900 HF) experienced a fault at irregular
intervals during operation. The local service department
was called in to get to the bottom of the problem and
rectify it. Unfortunately, this was not successful at first, as
the machine worked perfectly from then on and the error
could not be reproduced or reoccurred.
The colleague from the service department left again and
drove to the next customer. However, he had seen from the
machine documentation in the system that the STEIGER ®
was already equipped with the brand new RUTHMANN
Technology Connect (RTC, see also pages 42/43) and that
the machine data had long since been recorded online in
the cloud on a trial basis.
ACID TEST FOR THE NEW RTC SYSTEM
Back at the factory, he phoned the head of the RTC project
in Gescher Hochmoor, Germany, to describe the problem
and inquire about the possibilities of the system, which was
still in a beta phase at that time.
The machine from Alpha Platforms was already completely
recorded by the system and so the colleagues from the
service department in Gescher were able to take a look at
the logged data. All sensor values are logged there and so,
with the help of the times at which the error occurred, they
were able to find the cause relatively quickly.
Small cause, big effect: A valve caused problems that could be quickly
circled and solved with the new RTC.
REPLACEMENT PART DELIVERY BY “AIRMAIL”.
In order for Alpha Platforms to quickly have a 100%
operational truck-mounted working platform available
again, and because the defective part was not in stock in
the warehouse in the USA, RUTHMANN decided to send a
service technician to New York with the spare part.
A few hours later, the required spare part, a relatively small
valve, was shipped across the pond to New York.
There, the colleague was picked up at the airport and
taken directly to the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® , where an
employee was already waiting for him with tools.
The rest was routine: the valve is easily accessible on the
telescope and could be changed in no time. In the subsequent
test run, no further errors occurred either on site
or in the RTC log and the machine could be put back into
service on the same day.
And then everything happened very quickly: after the plane had
landed, the STEIGER ® T 295 A was quickly able to report 100% operational
readiness again.
As the defective component is considered absolutely safe
to operate and had not shown any abnormalities in the
past, the colleague took it back to the factory in Gescher
for further investigation, where it will be thoroughly examined.
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TIME-SERVICE
NEW SERVICE STATION GESCHER
The new service hall in Gescher Hochmoor, Germany, is
officially inaugurated. Uwe Strotmann symbolically handed
over the key to Daniel Plesker, Head of the Service Station,
and thanked all colleagues for their great support during
the move, which was carried out very quickly and in an
exemplary manner.
On the occasion of this celebration, the staff had breakfast
together in a cosy atmosphere.
Many thanks to all of you for your active support and
happy working in the new hall!
THREE TIMES MORE SPACE IN GROSS-GERAU
With the recently commissioned new service hall in
Groß-Gerau, Germany, we are expanding our service
capacities. The new hall is located in the immediate
vicinity of the existing service station in the Neugrund
industrial estate and offers additional service
spaces for up to 20 working platforms.
The new service hall was inaugurated on a small scale for
the time being. Thomas Bennemann, Head of Service International
at RUTHMANN, symbolically handed over the key
to service station manager Jens Zimmer. This was followed
by a delicious meal with the entire team. An official opening
ceremony will follow in the summer.
The expansion of the service station became necessary due
to the constantly growing share of RUTHMANN working
platforms in the market in order to be able to continue to
serve customers quickly and professionally.
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Experience
VERSALIFT EXPANDS PRODUCTION
LOCATION IN BURTON LATIMER
The groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of the
VERSALIFT UK production site in Burton Latimer, Kettering,
around 150 km north of London, took place back
in November 2022. On the 2,500 square metre site, the
expansion of production is being built here, in the direct
vicinity of the existing plant, in order to meet the increased
demand of the market in Great Britain and Ireland.
Andy Bray, Managing Director of VERSALIFT Ireland, says:
“We are committed to the vision of providing world-class
support to our customers on the island of Ireland. Our
investment in this new Irish office is aimed at ensuring the
highest levels of productivity for the owners and users of
our equipment, and we know that this works best through
local OEM support.”
Following a number of recent significant acquisitions,
VERSALIFT Ireland will be the exclusive manufacturer
and provider of sales, service, parts and training for the
VERSALIFT, RUTHMANN STEIGER ® , ECOLINE, BLUELIFT,
France Elévateur and MOVEX brands.
VERSALIFT OPENS
NEW BRANCH OFFICE
IN IRELAND
TIME Manufacturing is pleased to announce the opening
of a new customer service, manufacturing and
distribution facility in Dublin, Republic of Ireland. This
significant strategic investment in Versalift Ireland
Limited is an integral part of our ongoing commitment
to our customers in the Republic of Ireland and
Northern Ireland.
Head of Customer Service, Neil Ashton, will lead the new
team responsible for customer care, with Niall Brannigan
taking on sales and distribution development. With the
support of a dedicated team, both will provide the added
value required to ensure focus on the high quality multibrand
offering.
Neil Ashton commented, “VERSALIFT has been the market
leader in Ireland for over 20 years and we are expanding
the brand portfolio at a rapid pace. This requires significant
investment and I’m looking forward to leading this new
support team and continuing to build relationships with our
valued customers in Ireland.”
NEW VERSALIFT SALES OFFICE IN
NORWAY
VERSALIFT has opened a new sales and service office
in Norway in spring 2023.
This step is part of our strategy to strengthen our presence
there and better serve our Scandinavian customers.
Around one and a half years after opening the sales and
service office in Sweden in 2021, VERSALIFT is thus taking
another step towards expanding the Scandinavian market.
It underlines our commitment to provide reliable services
and products to the growing customer base in the Scandinavian
market.
The new office in Trøgstad will offer a wide range of services,
including technical support, equipment maintenance
and spare parts sales, tailored to the specific needs of the
Norwegian market.
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TIME-SERVICE
EXTENDED SERVICE AT THE DOBL BRANCH
Ruthmann GmbH in Dobl near Graz
is an important pillar in the proven
RUTHMANN service in Austria. In
addition to the distribution of RUTH-
MANN STEIGER ® , ECOLINE, BLUELIFT,
VERSALIFT, France Elévateur and
Nifty-LIft working platforms, we also
offer all service and repair work for
these, as well as for all third-party
products.
Due to the steadily growing demand
for our products and the resulting
service work, we decided to build
another service hall.
With the construction of the new hall
in Dobl and additional service technicians,
we will continue to provide our
customers with the already familiar
and qualified service process.
WIENER NEUDORF NEEDS SPACE
Things are going well at the RUTHMANN branch in
Wiener Neudorf, Austria, in the very south of Vienna,
and last year the team was expanded by another
service technician.
In order to meet the increasingly growing need for space,
work began on expanding the outdoor area at the Wiener
Neudorf site and providing more parking space for machines,
employees and customers, so that we can continue
to guarantee the usual service process in the future.
The entire branch will also undergo a thermal building
renovation, with new windows, a new façade and a green
roof to give the branch a new look. The entire work will be
completed in 2023.
Partial land purchase for car park expansion
Expansion of the rear parking area at the Branch in Wiener Neudorf
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TRAILER WORKING PLATFORM NIFTYLIFT 120 TET
SUPPORTS HODOSCH MALER- UND TROCKENBAU E.U.
As an official dealer of NiftyLift working platforms,
Ruthmann GmbH Austria recently handed over the
world’s best-selling trailer-mounted working platform
NiftyLift 120 TET to Hodosch Maler- und Trockenbau
e.U.
The NiftyLift 120 TET is light and compact and has an
easy-to-operate control system. With this trailer work platform
NiftyLift achieves a working height of 12.20 m and
a lateral reach of 6.10 m. With a basket load capacity of
200 kg and a tare weight of approx. 1,400 kg, the NiftyLift
trailer platform is in a class of its own.
The owner Mr. Hodos Vilmos founded the company Hodosch
Maler- und Trockenbau e.U. in 2020 and has now
opted for a NiftyLift 120 TET working platform.
The company’s services cover a wide range, from simple to
luxurious painting and varnishing work, façade painting,
balcony and terrace coatings.
Martin Zach (l.), Ruthmann Austria, hands over the NiftyLift 120 TET to
Mr. Hodos Vilmos and his wife.
RUTHMANN GmbH Austria wishes Mr. Hodos Vilmos
continued success with his acquisition and thanks him for
his trust.
KNG-KÄRNTEN NETZ TAKES DELIVERY OF
STEIGER ® TBR 260 HV5 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
KNG is the leading electricity and grid operator in Carinthia
and secures the grid infrastructure there. To strengthen the
team, KNG has invested in a RUTHMANN STEIGER ® TBR
260 HV5 Allrad. In addition to the necessary maintenance
measures, KNG also takes care of the expansion and efficient
fault clearance.
As a long-standing customer and due to the positive experience
and performance of the truck-mounted working
platform, KNG has once again opted for a RUTHMANN
product.
The RUTHMANN STEIGER ® TBR 260 HV5 Allrad offers a
working height of 26 m and a reach of 17 m. In addition,
the STEIGER ® convinces with a basket load of 295 kg, its
185° rotatable basket arm and the numerous jacking and
application options. This allows the STEIGER ® to reach even
the heaviest places on lines and pipes. The popular TBR
series scores with its user-friendly control, high working
speeds and the possibility to control all movements simultaneously.
Mr. Traschitzger (3rd from right),
responsible fleet manager at
KNG-Kärnten and his team of
electricians are pleased with the
new RUTHMANN STEIGER ® TBR
260 HV5 all-wheel drive.
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SMARAGDGRÜN GARDEN DESIGN RECEIVES TB 290 PRO
The company Smaragdgrün decides in favour of our
RUTHMANN-STEIGER ® TB 290 pro and thus expands its
fleet.
The company from Kumberg is the regional contact for all
matters relating to gardens and outdoor facilities, whether
new construction, renovation or ongoing maintenance.
With the new RUTHMANN-STEIGER ® TB 290 pro, the
Smaragdgrün team benefits from 29 m working height,
17.4 m reach and 250 kg basket load on a 3.5 t. chassis.
As a bridging measure until the delivery of the new STEI-
GER ® by Ruthmann GmbH Austria, the company Smaragdgrün
was able to successfully use a RUTHMANN ECOLINE
230.
Martin Zach (l.) Ruthmann Austria, hands over to Mr. Ehrlauer, Mr.
Hierhold (Managing Director) and Mr. Sauseng.
RUTHMANN Österreich GmbH would like to thank them
very much and is looking forward to a continued successful
cooperation!
STEIGER ® TB 300 REINFORCED
POMS & STAUBER
WORKING PLATFORM RENTAL
Working platform rental company Poms & Stauber, based
in Wolfsberg in Lavanttal, Carinthia, Austria, specialises
in renting working platforms for private, commercial and
industrial customers. As part of the Klade Group, Poms &
Stauber has already gained experience with RUTHMANN
truck-mounted working platforms and is now delighted
with their new STEIGER ® TB 300.
From left to right: Mr. Schatz, Mr. Stückler, Mr. Jölli accept the new
STEIGER ® TB 300 for Poms & Stauber.
With their ever-growing fleet of equipment, he is able to
handle even larger projects. The two RUTHMANN STEI-
GER ® T 330 and TB 290 have already been in their fleet
since 2016 and 2018 and now the STEIGER ® TB 300 joins
them as the third RUTHMANN working platform.
EET-KNEES IS PLEASED ABOUT THE
NEW VTX-240 G3 FROM VERSALIFT ® .
EET-Knees, a company specialising in alternative energy
sources, has been successfully using a RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® TBR 230 for three years. From now on, the compact
VERSALIFT ® VTX-240 G3 with a low overall length
of just 6.92 m and a very low clearance height of 2.28 m
complements the fleet.
The 3.5 t truck-mounted working platform offers a
working height of 24.20 m and a reach of 12.5 m and is
ideally suited for the assembly of PV modules thanks to its
articulated design with the articulation point at a height of
around 12 metres.
Karl Heinz Knees, Managing Director of EET-Knees GmbH & Co. KG, is
pleased with the VTX-240 G3
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CITY OF COLOGNE SETS
ON RUTHMANN
HYBRID TECHNOLOGY
With five STEIGER ® s TBR 230 S7 Hybrid,
the office for Landscape Management and
Green Spaces of the City of Cologne are
supplementing their existing fleet, in which
three TBR 230 HV 5 Hybrid are already being
used successfully. Mounted on a Mercedes
Benz chassis, they will in future also be used
emission-free in the Cologne city area for
tree pruning.
In this way, the City of
Cologne continues to
consistently implement its
plan to achieve a climateneutral
Cologne by 2035.
The Parks Department
has currently already
converted 40 % of its
hand-held equipment
At the press conference in April at the Melaten and around 20 % of its
cemetery, the office pushed for the further expansion
of the e-drive in the parks department.
vehicles to alternative
energies, thus contributing
to savings. The STEIGER ® with RUTHMANN
hybrid technology save an average of around
3,000 litres of diesel fuel per vehicle and year, as
the equipment can be operated electrically via
the lithium battery during operations.
The Parks Department exhibited some of its work equipment
for the press representatives. More than 40 % of
the hand tools and about 20 % of the vehicles already
work electrically.
„In addition to the elimination of pollutant
emissions, the battery-powered devices bring
considerable advantages, especially for green
maintenance in Cologne‘s cemeteries, as citizens
as well as employees can be spared the disturbing
noise and exhaust fumes of combustion
engines,“ says head of office Manfred Kaune.
The new STEIGER ® TBR 230 S7 Hybrid, with a
lateral reach of 16.40 metres and the RÜSSEL ® ,
provides the necessary flexibility for use in the
city area and is ideal for all regularly required
work by the waste management companies.
With the 7.5-tonne chassis and the large,
double-sided accessible boxes, they offer a high
payload and plenty of storage space for the tools
and work materials required during use.
Another three STEIGER ® T 330 Hybrid and three
T 330 HV12 Hybrid were ordered in May 2023.
We thank you for the renewed trust in our STEI-
GER ® and wish the office for Landscape Management
and Green Spaces of the City of Cologne
many successful operations!
The office for Landscape Management and Green Spaces of the City of Cologne already use three TBR 230 HV 5 Hybrids in their existing fleet,
which have now been supplemented by another five TBR 230 S7 Hybrids. They will soon be followed by three STEIGER ® T 330 Hybrids and three
T 330 HV12 Hybrids, which were ordered in May 2023.
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For more than 50 years, there has been a close partnership between the Dutch rental company Kamphuis and RUTHMANN as well as our Dutch
Sales & Service Partner KWAK Hoogwerkers. Senior boss Emiel Kamphuis took the opportunity to take a look at his new STEIGER ® T 700 HF at
the factory in Gescher, Germany, before the official handover at APEX 2023.
STEIGER ® UPDATE: KAMPHUIS GETS THE LATEST
TECHNOLOGY WITH THE T 700 HF AT APEX
In 2005, the Dutch rental company
took delivery of the TU 700, the
most outstanding and modern
machine in this class at the time.
Now - 18 years later - at APEX
2023 we are once again handing
over one of the most innovative
truck mounted platforms in this
class, the STEIGER ® T 700 HF, to
the rental company from Zutphen
in the province of Gelderland.
A friendly partnership with Kamphuis
has existed for more than
50 years, and the company also
acquired the 10,000 STEIGER ® type
TB in 2007. He currently offers
more than 20 different types of
our brands for rent to his customers.
From the ECOLINE to the
STEIGER ® TB 300 and the STEIGER ®
T 750 HF, almost every model is
represented.
The new STEIGER ® T 700 HF gives
Kamphuis an innovative truckmounted
working platform with
outstanding performance data: 70
metres working height and 41 metres
outreach on a chassis less than 12
metres long. This makes the STEIGER ®
T 700 HF the most compact unit in its
class and predestined for demanding
operations, even in urban environments.
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Through our Dutch Sales & Service
Partner KWAK Hoogwerkers, the
Kamphuis company was able to
receive comprehensive advice before
purchasing the STEIGER ® T 700 HF
and the advantages of the HF technology
were communicated.
INNOLIFT AG, SCHAFFHAUSEN
RELIES ON BLUELIFT
Thanks to the HF technology, the
machine can be ideally used behind
interfering edges such as pipelines
and roof ridges. The 24.6 metre long
upper arm of the compact machine
can thus reach the backs of buildings
in narrow urban canyons, for example,
which were previously inaccessible.
With a cob load of up to 600 kg, the
STEIGER ® T 700 HF is also suitable for
the assembly of components with the
optional lift-up system. Operations up
to 13 metres below floor level are also
possible with the T 700 HF.
“We have trusted in the technology
and innovations of RUTHMANN for
years and have been able to successfully
use the working platforms
thousands of times for our customers.
We are delighted with the new T 700
HF and are sure that it will continue
this successful streak,” says Emiel
Kamphuis.
We wish Kamphuis many more
successful operations with their
new STEIGER ® T 700 HF and look
forward to the next 50 years of
cooperation.
Back in 2005, the
Dutch rental company
Kamphuis acquired
a RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® in the
70-metre class, the TU
700. At APEX 2005,
Uwe Strotmann and
Emiel Kamphuis took
delivery and test drove
the machine together.
Beaming faces at the handover (from left to right): Markus Knuchel, workshop manager
of Ruthmann Schweiz AG, Sandro Steffen, rental consultant InnoLift AG, Bernd Rindlbacher,
owner InnoLift AG, Roger Löhrer, managing director of Ruthmann Schweiz AG
The manoeuvrable crawler platform has supplemented the rental
fleet of InnoLift AG Schaffhausen for a few weeks now. Bernd Rindlbacher’s
company opted for the RUTHMANN BLUELIFT SA 18 HB
crawler work platform because it is fully electric and can be operated
completely autonomously - or directly with 220 volts - when in
use with the lithium-ion battery. Another important point was that
the SA 18 HB operates with biodegradable hydraulic oil. In addition,
Ruthmann-Schweiz AG has a TOP service, which always keeps the
working platforms ready for use.
Compact, flexible, manoeuvrable,
easy to operate. These are the
characteristics of the RUTHMANN
BLUELIFT crawler work platforms.
The SA 18 HB scores with a large
lateral outreach of 9.30 m and a
working height of 17.8 m. With a
minimum width of 0.84 m and a
height of 1.99 m with an overall
length of 3.75 m, the crawler work
platform is extremely compact and
can even pass through a normal
doorway. With the variable-width
crawler chassis, the aerial work
platform can also be used in rough
terrain. Due to its compact dimensions,
this crawler work platform is
particularly suitable for indoor and
outdoor applications where space is
at a premium.
We wish InnoLift AG Schaffhausen
every success with the all-electric
RUTHMANN BLUELIFT SA 18 HB
crawler work platform.
The BLUELIFT SA 18 HB can boast a reach
of up to 9.2 metres.
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HANDOVER
LA RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® T 700 HF
È MOLTO BUONA
The Italian company VECCHIATO AUTOTRASPORTI was
founded on 1 April 1987 by Franco Vecchiato and today
boasts an extensive fleet of transport trucks, cranes and
special solutions for the assembly of glass components. It also
offers working platforms for hire. Now also a RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® T 700 HF, which RUTHMANN Italia was allowed to
hand over.
Mounted on a Scania chassis, the STEIGER ® 700 HF complements
the existing rental programme and offers outstanding performance
data on a chassis that is only 11.99 metres long.
With a working height of 70 metres and a lateral reach of up to 41
metres, the truck-mounted working platform is suitable for many
applications, even in confined spaces that cannot be reached with
similarly powerful machines.
The STEIGER ® T 700 HF has already convinced the VECCHIATO AU-
TOTRASPORTI team during its first use on a water tower.
Thanks to the High Flex functions, the RÜSSEL ® of the machine can
be used so flexibly that work behind obstacles is also possible. This
is ideal for work behind the supports of the water tower, as the machine
does not have to be moved, which saves time and money.
We wish VECCHIATO AUTOTRASPORTI many successful operations
with the new STEIGER ® T 700 HF.
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FOR THE THIRD TIME BLATTWERKER
FOR RUTHMANN CLEVERUSED
The company Blattwerker Baumpflege
GmbH from Kassel is pleased
with its new, used STEIGER ® T 330.
This is the third time that Blattwerker
has opted for a used RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® . Through RUTHMANN
Cleverused, Blattwerker was able to
quickly and easily add another truckmounted
working platform to its fleet.
The STEIGER ® T 330 supports Blattwerker
in their daily work. In addition
to classic tree care, Blattwerker also
takes care of soil optimisation, tree
protection, tree inspection and tree
planting.
The company Blattwerker
from Kassel is pleased about
its third STEIGER ® .
In the Cleverused Portal, RUTHMANN
offers a large selection of used aerial
work platforms, whether STEIGER ® ,
ECOLINE, BLUELIFT, VERSALIFT,
France Elévateur or also third-party
products such as Bronto, Palfinger and
Teupen. RUTHMANN offers comprehensive
services and high quality
promises (TÜV, AU, UVV according to
BGG), which are ensured by highly
qualified personnel and complete
maintenance histories. Whether used
truck-mounted working platforms
with TIPTOP reconditioning in an “almost
as new” look or virtually new
demonstration vehicles from Ruthmann
- there is a suitable machine
for every interested party. Individual
advice and test drives of the used
working platforms are a matter of
course at RUTHMANN Cleverused.
GRUPO ROXU RELIES ON RUTHMANN AGAIN WITH THE T 900 HF
The Spanish company GRUPO ROXU has purchased
the RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 900 HF, adding another
RUTHMANN STEIGER ® to its large fleet of truckmounted
working platforms. The machine could be
delivered at the beginning of 2023.
This is not the first time that GRUPO ROXU has placed its
trust in RUTHMANN, having seen first-hand the reliability
of RUTHMANN machines, the powerful working ranges
and the excellent technical service provided by Amco
Machinery & Consulting, RUTHMANN’s Sales & Service
Partner in Spain.
FEATURES OF THE RUTHMANN STEIGER ® S T 900 HF
The RUTHMANNSTEIGER ® T 900 HF offers a working
height of 90 m, a maximum basket load of 600 kg and a
lateral reach of 42 metres. The highflexRÜSSEL has a swivel
angle of 220° and the highflex basket offers a swivel angle
of 440°.
From left to right: Bert Wiegel (AMCO Machinery & Consulting),
Marco García (Roxu Group), José Manuel García (Roxu Group), Uwe
Strotmann (Managing Director, Ruthmann), Stefan Linnemann (Head
of Sales & Marketing, Ruthmann) and Daniel García (Roxu Group).
The truck-mounted working platform has integrated the
DRS (Dynamic Reach System), an on-board range calculation
in real time based on the individual STEIGER ®
configuration. It features the dual concept: with SKY and
HEIGHTperformance mode. The Highflex technology enables
flexible “up, over and back” working.
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EMCO SERVICES UK RELIES ON
EMISSION-FREE DRIVE OF
BLUELIFT ST 31 HYBRID
EMCO Services in the UK is a leading provider of access
and access platform services in the region, serving a
wide range of industries including construction, industrial,
maintenance and cleaning.
With the addition of the new RUTHMANN BLUELIFT ST
31 Hybrid, the company has opted for a powerful crawler
working platform that can be operated completely emission-free.
EMCO Services is thus responding to the needs
of its customers and offering efficient and environmentally
friendly working platforms solutions.
The BLUELIFT ST 31 Hybrid is a versatile tracked work platform
that offers a working height of up to 31 metres and
a lateral reach of 15 metres. With a width of only 1.14
metres and a height of 1.99 metres, the ST 31 is extremely
compact and can also be driven through very narrow
openings. The widenable track undercarriage can be hydraulically
extended to a width of 1.62 metres, providing
high stability off-road.
Thanks to the emission-free BLUE lithium drive, the
BLUELIFT ST 31 can also be used completely emission-free
indoors, e.g. in foyers of buildings.
NEARLY 20 VERSALIFT ® VL 135-F IN ONE GO
As part of the RUTHMANN CLEV-
ERLEASE, a major customer relied
on the VERSALIFT VL 135-F
With a working height of 13.5 m and
a lateral reach of 8.5 m, the VER-
SALIFT ® VTL-135-F is a must-have for
maintenance and repair.
Due to the support within the mirror
width, the VERSALIFT ® working
platform is also suitable for operations
in narrow places. Mounted on
a Mercedes Benz Sprinter with a total
weight of 3.5 t and an overall length
of less than 6.60 m, the machine can
be driven with driving licence class B.
The available loading space makes
it possible to transport material and
bulky tele to the site.
With the VERSALIFT ® VL 135-F it is
also possible to work without outriggers.
With this so-called “tunnel
circuit”, work can be carried out
quickly and safely, e.g. in tunnels with
flowing traffic.
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Experience
GERKEN
RECEIVES FIRST
RUTHMANN
STEIGER ®
T 300 XS HYBRID
In October 2022 the new 30-metre
truck-mounted working platform
RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid
was presented at the bauma
trade fair in Munich. It is now
available for rent from the work
platform rental company GERKEN
under the name GL 30 Q Hybrid.
The hybrid truck-mounted working
platform has outstanding performance
data such as a 30-metre working
height, 23-metre outreach, particularly
compact vehicle length and now, for
the first time in the 7.5-t class, an emission-free
hybrid drive. Thanks to the
The new RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid is now available as GL 30 Q Hybrid in the
GERKEN rental programme.
robust 7.49 t chassis with a length of
only 7.59 metres, the STEIGER ® T 300
XS Hybrid is particularly stable in operation
and compact in handling under
confined conditions. The high basket
load of 350 kg allows material to be
carried upwards and offers plenty of
reserves for use. Ideal for tree pruning,
assembly work of all kinds, building
cleaning, roof and facade work or the
installation of illuminated advertising.
The RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS
Hybrid is now available for rental exclusively
from GERKEN as a GL 30 Q Hybrid
truck-mounted working platform.
Customers can convince themselves
of the outstanding operating data and
the silent operation, which also greatly
facilitates communication between
employees, for example.
NEW ECOLINE RS 200 FOR PG PLATFORMS LIMITED
The working platform rental company PG Platforms
Limited from Kent, south-east of London, has numerous
working platforms from various manufacturers in
its rental portfolio, including VERSALIFT, RUTHMANN
STEIGER ® and now also RUTHMANN ECOLINE.
Our ECOLINE RS 200, which was handed over to PG Platforms
at the Vertikal Days in May 2023, fits perfectly into
the rental programme. As an articulated telescopic working
platform, the ECOLINE RS 200 offers high operational flexibility
at a very attractive price.
A working height of 20 metres, a basket load of 250 kg
and a reach of 10.70 metres over obstacles around 7
metres high enable it to be used in places that many other
models cannot reach. At the same time, the ECOLINE RS
200 can of course also be used for work without obstructions
at heights of up to 20 metres.
The universal application possibilities and the attractive
purchase price of the ECOLINE RS 200, which is designed
and built in our factory by RUTHMANN Italia, convinced
Managing Director Steve Cutting.
During his visit to the Vertical Days 2023 in Peterborough,
he personally received the machine from Chris Wrenn,
VERSALIFT UK.
We wish PG Platforms Limited every success with the new
ECOLINE RS 200 and look forward to our growing cooperation.
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APPRENTICESHIP
LAURA LOOKS BEHIND
THE SCENES
Laura, 15, did a one-week school internship at VER-
SALIFT ® in Denmark to learn a little about what you
can do in our company and to find out what kind of
job might suit her.
She worked in different departments, including our warehouse.
About the warehouse, Laura said that she liked it,
that it was an interesting job with many different tasks:
among other things, she tried to receive goods and pick
parts from the warehouse.
In general, Laura was very positive about her internship.
She enjoyed working with the VERSALIFT ® colleagues
and everyone was very friendly towards her.
Of course she has also ridden in a lift where she got up to
24 metres in our VTX!
We hope that the school internship was able to give her
a little insight into the working world at VERSALIFT and
help her to better formulate her future career aspirations.
PAULA GETS A TASTE OF HIGH ALTITUDE
Paula is 13 years old and attends grade 8. She has visited
RUTHMANN at the Family Festival 2019 and wanted to get
a taste of marketing for a day as part of the state programme
“No graduation without connection”. As she likes writing
texts and working on the PC, she wanted to learn how to
work in an office before she went to the kindergarten and to
a bookshop for one day each.
The day with us was varied and Paula was able to gather
many impressions, work on an article for the website and
write her own social media post.
The highlight of the day was a 25-metre STEIGER ® ride to the
top. “I was a bit queasy, but I wasn’t afraid”, Paula stated
when she had solid ground under her feet again “... but
working at a height of 90 metres wouldn’t be for me”, she
continued.
And she doesn’t have to be, because she liked working at
the desk in marketing - in fact, it was the best of all the taster
days. We also enjoyed working together, thank you Paula for
your support.
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Experience
THE IHK HONOURS THE BEST!
“We celebrate the best” - under
this motto, the North Westphalia
Chamber of Industry and Commerce
honours the very good graduates
of the final examinations. With an
A on their examination certificate,
the trainees have laid an excellent
foundation for their professional
careers. The best honours underline
the outstanding achievements of the
young trainees and their apprenticeship
companies in industry, commerce
and the service sector.
After a two-year break due to the pandemic,
the honours could finally take
place again on 24 August 2022. 112
trainees from companies in the district of
Borken, Germany, completed their IHK
final examination with “very good”. For
this, they were celebrated by more than
300 guests in the Town Hall Ahaus.
Two of our 44 professionals of tomorrow
also completed their apprenticeship
at RUTHMANN with the grade “very
good” and were honoured at the IHK
event. We congratulate them warmly:
Tobias Böing, mechatronics technician
Pascal Döing, industrial mechanic
With around 300 guests, the IHK celebrated the best IHK final exams of
the 2022 trainees in the Town Hall Ahaus.
for this great and outstanding success. We are proud of
you and your exemplary achievements.
We would also like to thank our colleagues Günter Vaalbrock
and Klaus Warmers, who with their competence and
patience lead our professionals of tomorrow to such great
final grades in the IHK examination. Günter Vaalbrock went
into well-deserved retirement shortly after the tribute. In
future, the trainees will be guided and supported by Jan
Schering.
Pascal Döing (2nd
from left) completed
his apprenticeship at
RUTHMANN as an
industrial mechanic,
as did Tobias Böing
(3rd from left) as a
mechatronics technician,
both with the
grade “very good”.
Their trainers Günter
Vaalbrock (1st from
left) and Klaus Warmers
(4th from left)
taught them everything
they needed to
know and supported
them.
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Experience
APPRENTICESHIP
APPRENTICESHIP@RUTHMANN! WE MAKE PROFESSIONALS
APPRENTICESHIP
INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC
Duration: 3.5 years (can be shortened
to 3 years)
You make our products come into
being and are always there - until they
roll out of the yard.
Assembly of hydraulic and mechanical
assemblies and components
Additional skills beyond the
framework plan: e.g. welding
Assembling, connecting and
adjusting hydraulic control technology
Repairing, servicing and maintaining
our products
Knowing all assembly processes in
different departments
APPRENTICESHIP
AS A MECHATRONICS TECHNICIAN
Duration: 3.5 years (can be shortened
to 3 years)
You ensure that mechanical and
hydraulic systems are set in motion.
Assembling electrotechnical
assemblies and components
Additional skills beyond the
framework plan: e.g. welding
Assembling, connecting and
adjusting electrotechnical control
technology
Electronic repair, maintenance and
servicing of products
Knowing all assembly processes in
different departments
APPRENTICESHIP
AS A CONSTRUCTION MECHANIC-
Duration: 3.5 years (can be shortened
to 3 years)
You weld strong connections that get
people up high.
The manufacture, as well as
straightening and repair work of
steel components
Knowing the development of
prototypes by carrying out welding
tests in close coordination with the
construction and QA departments
Additional skills beyond the
framework plan: e.g. turning/
milling
Know all assembly processes in
different departments
APPRENTICESHIP
AS A PROCESS MECHANIC FOR
COATING TECHNOLOGY
Duration: 3 years
As a coating artist, you give our innovative
products their individuality.
Grinding, masking, coating and
preserving components
Independently plan, carry out and
check coating work
Permanently elastic sealing of
components
Applying solid and metallic paints
Handling paint booth controls,
painting equipment and crane
systems
APPRENTICESHIP
AGRICULTURAL AND
CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY
MECHATRONICS TECHNICIAN
Duration: 3.5 years
You are the machine savvy, your comfort
zone is the maintenance of our
products.
Maintaining and repairing vehicles,
electrotechnical and hydraulic
control systems
Identify and solve problems and
malfunctions
Carry out conversion work according
to customer requirements
Testing and repairing our products
WE ALSO OFFER:
Apprenticeship as industrial clerk
Apprenticeship as a technical
product designer
Apprenticeship as IT specialist for
system integration
Apprenticeship as IT specialist for
application development
Cooperative engineering Apprenticeship
- dual study programme
with integrated training as a
mechatronics technician
OUR HIGHLIGHTS FOR YOU:
Own training workshop
Your own tool trolley
Intensive exam preparation
Variety through versatile departments
Cool working hours
Great parties, lots of fun & an
unbeatable team
Lots of holidays ...
... and even more exciting benefits
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Experience
A big thank you goes to our great team that represented us at BIT 2022 in Borken: Tobias Böing, Justus Dinkler, Paul Lammers, Henning Haveresch,
Laura Hoge, Leon Kösters, Maurice Junge, Lukas Vogelsang and the instructor Jan Schering!
RUTHMANN IS LOOKING FOR THE PROS OF TOMORROW
In order to find good apprentices who fit in with us and
enjoy their work, RUTHMANN is present at all apprentice
events in the region.
Here, the company is represented by young employees
or apprentices who are happy to answer the questions of
interested parties.
At the vocational parcours in Gescher, the interested people
could even try their hand at some workpieces themselves
and prove their skills.
To make sure that fun is not neglected and that interested
visitors can experience our products live, a STEIGER ® is
often on site. Here, the young people can then experience
the venue from a completely new perspective under expert
guidance, and of course secured with PPE, and be inspired
by our unique products.
At the Gescher 2023 vocational course, interested parties were able to
demonstrate their talent on our workpieces under the guidance of our
apprentices.
A ride on a STEIGER ® is the highlight of almost every apprentice fair. is
the highlight for those interested, as here at BIT 2022 in Borken ...
... or the CoeMBO 2022
in Coesfeld
Students visit us in the factory
during the night of training.
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Experience
APPRENTICESHIP
GÜNTER VAALBROCK FINISHES APPRENTICESHIP AFTER 21 YEARS
After almost 45 years with the
company, of which Günter Vaalbrock
was responsible for training
our industrial apprentices at
the Gescher plant for 21 years,
he retired in September 2022. He
handed over his task as trainer to
Jan Schering.
Since then, 154 apprentices in the
fields of industrial mechanics / mechatronics
/ process mechanics for coating
technology and technical product
designers have been in his training
workshop, many of whom subsequently
passed their IHK examination
with “very good”.
The surprise was a success: 110 of the 154 apprentices trained by Günter Vaalbrock came to
throw him a surprise party.
THE BIG THANK YOU AT THE END
The interaction with the apprentices
was always appreciative and friendly.
That’s why 110 of the 154 trainees
made the journey to give Günter
Vaalbrock an unforgettable farewell in
February this year. He knew that there
would be a small celebration with the
current apprentices, but the fact that
almost all of his apprentices would
come made him speechless and he
was deeply touched.
THE TRAINING CONTINUES
Of course, Günter is not thinking
about real “retirement”, the “training”
continues: as a member of the
examination board of the IHK and
with his dog puppy “Fino”, who still
has a lot to learn. Finally, Günter’s traditional
cigar, which he always treats
himself to on special occasions, was
not to be missed.
GÜNTER LEAVES BIG
SHOES TO FILL
Since autumn last year, Jan Schering
has been working his way into the
tasks of the training manager in order
to not only keep the training at the
location at today’s standard, but to
orient it towards the future.
Jan Schering has been successfully
working at RUTHMANN as production
manager of the prefabrication/
welding shop since 1 October 2017
and has also taken over the team lead
for vehicle preparation since 1 August
2018 - so he knows his way around
the company very well.
“With the function of training
manager, I am following in Günter
Vaalbrock’s footsteps. It is an honour
for me to accompany the professionals
of tomorrow. They are RUTHMANN’s
future. I am looking forward to this
task and to growing together with the
young profs,” says Jan Schering about
the new challenge ahead of him.
Many thanks to Günter Vaalbrock
for his tireless commitment and a
warm welcome to Jan Schering as
the new training manager.
Big shoes to fill: Günter Vaalbrock (left) hands over his position as training
manager to Jan Schering, who has been with RUTHMANN since 2017.
The Human Resources team has tapped some beer and is happy to
celebrate with Günter Vaalbrock.
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RESEARCH
Experience
STUDENTS AT WESTPHALIAN UNIVERSITY DEVELOP
INTUITIVE STEIGER ® OPERATION
RUTHMANN provided the ideas
for a project work for Master’s
students in the Media Informatics
course at the Westphalian
University of Applied Sciences in
Gelsenkirchen, Bocholt and Recklinghausen
, Germany. In the course
of study, the students were to develop
a concept and a demonstrator
for an easier and intuitively usable
STEIGER ® control system. No sooner
said than done: Can Ata, Soufian
Kaddouri, Hannah Jürgens, Maria
Schreider and Max Schulte took up
the challenge, under the guidance
of Prof. Dr. Jens Gerken (the similarity
in name with the rental company
Gerken GmbH is coincidental).
Based on a handheld device, the socalled
indicator, the working platforms
can be controlled intuitively. All you
have to do is point to the desired location
and the STEIGER ® will take the
operator exactly to the desired place.
In order to experience the new operation
as realistically as possible, users
were allowed to put on professional,
high-resolution Varjo-XR3 mixed reality
goggles, which allow a view of the
real working platform and seamlessly
integrate it into a virtual environment,
for example a rural homestead.
At the end of the project, the students
invited a total of 13 test persons
The indicator makes it child’s play to steer the working platform to the
desired location: Aim at the target and the control system takes the
work platform to the desired location. A project of the Westphalian
University in cooperation with RUTHMANN.
Here you can see the system in operation.
to put the simulation “through its
paces”: both people who had never
operated a truck working platform before
and some experienced users. This
showed that the operating concept
was understood very quickly. Some
suggestions for improvement were still
found. For example, the feedback on
the integrated screen of the control
unit could still be improved.
The students have now successfully
completed their Master’s project and,
on top of that, won first place in the
DIVR XR Science Award in the Best
Tech category.
The project team convinced us with
their structured, professional approach
to analysis, conceptualisation and
virtual realisation and far exceeded
our expectations for results. We will
continue to pursue the visionary but
thoroughly realistic solution concept in
future STEIGER ® developments.
Maria Schreider, Soufian Kaddouri, Max Schulte, Hannah Jürgens and
Can Ata won 1st place in the DIVR XR Science Award in the Best Tech
category for their project.
Interested visitors could try out the realistic simulation in a greenscreen
cube at the DIVR XR Science Award exhibition.
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RECRUITING
RUTHMAN(N) AND -WOMEN IN A NEW GUISE
Since 1.1.2023, RUTHMANN has
made the new workwear collection
available to all employees, thus taking
the next step towards a uniform brand
identity. Equipped with the name of
the respective employee and the new
logo, the previous collection has also
been expanded to include some items
such as shirts and jumpers.
In the spirit of sustainability, the old
work clothes can continue to be worn
privately for hobbies or DIY.
MORE QUALITY OF LIFE: BEE.FLEXIBLE@RUTHMANN
The health of our colleagues is the
most important thing and is very
close to our hearts. A good balance
between work and private life is
important. In the future, we would
like to enable our colleagues in
the value-added area to organise
their working hours flexibly. For
this reason, we have launched
the “Bee.Flexible@RUTHMANN”
project.
My name is Jule Timmer, I am an HR
Service Partner at Ruthmann Holdings
and I am very happy to be leading this
project.
I am firmly convinced that flexible and
modern working time models are an
absolute benefit for our colleagues.
This will ultimately have a positive
impact on our overall results.
I am particularly looking forward
to working with the different departments
and I am convinced that
together we will bring the project to a
successful conclusion. Together we will
overcome all challenges and creatively
develop an innovative solution in the
interest of our colleagues. People
matter!
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RECRUITING
Experience
MAKING OFF:
THE PEOPLE BEHIND
RUTHMANN ITALIA
RUTHMANN Italia produces the ECO-
LINE and BLUELIFT machines at the
Montescudo site south of San Marino.
The team needed to be strengthened with
additional employees. Since the labour
market in Italy is tight, the plan was to use
recruiting videos on social media channels
to recruit new employees.
Who better to do this than the team members?
They have their say in this six-part
video series and tell us how RUTHMANN
differs from other companies and what
makes it a good employer.
Each employee talks about their passions
and professional goals and shows what lies
behind the walls of RUTHMANN.
Videos published so far on www.youtube.com/@ruthmannitalia9383
Episode 1: Maxim and Mohamed Episode 2: Deborah Episode 3: Angelo
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Experience
RECRUITING
NEW SALES MANAGER AT RUTHMANN ITALIA:
LORENZO SALI
Lorenzo Sali began his long journey around the world at the age of 24. After
graduating from high school in Italy, he studied English at the University of
Arizona in the USA and later obtained his degree in Business Administration and
Management with Law from Salford University in England. After graduating, he
lived in Mainz, Germany, and Krakow, Poland, before returning to Italy at the
age of 31.
In Italy, he worked as a rental manager in one of the biggest Italian access rental
companies and also worked for the well-known working platforms manufacturer.
He decided to deepen his experience in the access platform industry by becoming
part of the RUTHMANN family in January this year.
The management of RUTHMANN Italia has high expectations for Sali’s role and
trusts that he will advance RUTHMANN’s values in Italy in the coming years.
We welcome Lorenzo Sali to the RUTHMANN Italia team and look forward to
his achievements as National Sales Manager.
REINFORCEMENT OF THE INTERNAL SALES TEAM
FOR RUTHMANN SWITZERLAND
Since January 2023, our new colleague Andreas Preisig has been
strengthening the RUTHMANN team in Kloten, not far from Zurich Airport,
in the internal sales department.
Andreas Preisig is 57 years old, married and has two grown-up children.
As a trained agricultural machinery mechanic, he has worked in the agricultural
machinery industry for the past 19 years, where he was responsible for the sales
of loader cranes and tractors in the office.
Although a change was never really an option for him, we are now very pleased
to have Andreas Preisig as a new colleague.
He was warmly welcomed by the RUTHMANN team and is already looking
forward to the great and varied projects at RUTHMANN.
He not only sits at the PC, as is usually the case in internal sales, but also visits
customers, which makes the job very varied and exciting for him.
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RECRUITING
Experience
WELCOME@TIME-GROUP
... and many
more colleagues.
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RECRUITING
TRAINING
AT RUTHMANN
https://youtu.be/o1Z9wSBnyd8
PROS OF TOMORROW
https://youtu.be/GTErepzBark
YOU ARE
MISSING HERE!
“MISSING YOU HERE!”...
Under this slogan, RUTHMANN is launching a new apprenticeship campaign
that will be rolled out in several steps on YouTube, Instagram and
Facebook at the beginning of May 2023.
https://youtu.be/wZx3DpyPlss
CLOSING TIME!
In the campaign, ourapprentices are the protagonists and have their own say in
order to take potential applicants into the production of a STEIGER ® . The fun and
the drive into the end of the day in the “somewhat larger” company car are also
not to be missed.
The campaign consists of a total of four videos, which were produced at the
Gescher-Hochmoor plant in early 2023 and provide an exciting insight into the
wide range of apprenticeships at RUTHMANN.
https://youtu.be/WvcgGyNzARg
At the premiere, all participants received a RUTHMANN Oscar for their cinematic
performance and our recruiter, Hannah Uppenkamp, thanked them for their great
commitment and enthusiasm in producing the videos.
The coveted RUTHMANN Oscars are ready
and waiting at the premiere in the new
assembly hall.
Hannah Uppenkamp hands over the Oscar
and certificate to our trainees who play the
main roles in the videos.
After three days of filming and a successful
premiere, it’s done: Our thanks go to our
“professionals of tomorrow”!
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LIFE & WORK
Experience
RUTHMANN AUSTRIA LOOKS BACK ON AN EXCITING
AND THRILLING YEAR!
Together with Mr. Michael Heinzl (RUTH-
MANN Holdings) and Mr. Ing. Bernhard
Reinisch, RUTHMANN AUSTRIA reported on a successful
year 2022 at a meeting of all employees in
the Dobl branch: the addition of France Elévateur
to the RUTHMANN family, the launch of the new
RUTHMANN STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid and the
RUTHMANN ECOLINE 270 as well as the successful
participation in several trade fairs.
The new employees at the Dobl and Wiener Neudorf
locations were also warmly welcomed!
Afterwards, the colleagues from Austria celebrated
the end of the year at the Weingartenhotel
Harkamp in southern Styria with an extensive Christmas
menu, live music, good humour and a festive
mood.
WORK EFFECTIVELY WITH LESS STRESS -
VERSALIFT ® DENMARK LEARNS TIME MANAGEMENT
We want to be efficient and take good care of our
staff. But sometimes it’s hectic and the inbox is overflowing.
How do you manage your time effectively?
VERSALIFT ® Denmark has decided to train all its administrative
staff in time management. The management team
was targeted first!
Among other things, the training deals with stress prevention,
how to deal with problems and frustrations, and
many good tools to create structure in a hectic daily routine.
This applies especially to electronic task management
in Outlook, realistic time planning as well as prioritisation
and dealing with work interruptions. In addition to a oneday
course, a 1:1 training with mental coach Tine Bjerring
Skipper was part of the programme.
The first employees have already gone through the course
and were able to learn a lot of new things. It was very well
received by the colleagues that the management showed
the way and set a good example. The employees in the
individual departments will follow next.
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LIFE & WORK
RUTHMANN RUNS ...
The RUTHMANN team at the Tiergarten in Velen 2022
... at the Tiergarten run
2022 in Velen ...
The RUTHMANN team was again at the start with lots of
fun and motivation. After the traditional run had to take
a break the last few years, the anticipation was especially
great for the run through the beautiful Tiergarten in 2022.
With summery hot temperatures, refreshment stations and
showers along the run course provided cooling.
In the evening, the RUTHMANN group of runners brought
the exciting day to a relaxed end with a barbecue. Again an
opportunity to get into conversation with colleagues from
other departments.
Many thanks to all the runners for their great sporting
performances, a big THANK YOU to the Schlottbom family
for their hospitality in their home garden and a very special
thank you to Tim Schürhoff for the great organisation!
The RUTHMANN team shortly before the start of the Coesfeld City Run
2022
... and at the Coesfeld
City Run 2022
RUTHMANN was not only at the start of the legendary
Coesfeld City Run, but also very successful:
- In the company ranking we ran in 2nd place.
- Phillipp Schlottbom was able to run into 4th place in his
age group M35.
- No less than 3 apprentices (Michael Wiedau; Simon Vogeshaus
and Julius Naßmacher) ran into the top 10 in the
male U20 category.
- Louis Heitmann came 4th in the male U18 youth category.
Many thanks are also due to the volunteer helpers, Karin
Diekmann, Jörg Heiming, Lukas Jasper, Alfred Thies and
Jule Timmer, as well as numerous apprentices who supported
us in feeding our athletes.
Together we ended the day with a refreshing cold drink,
celebrated the success and thanked the volunteers.
In addition to the numerous starters, RUTHMANN also provided the
“stage” for the speaker, who thus always had an excellent view of the run.
For the first time, RUTHMANN provided a STEIGER ® that was supervised
by the RUTHMANN team.
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LIFE & WORK
Experience
END OF THE YEAR AT PORT AVENTURA PARK
In December 2022, the MOVEX
Lift team enjoyed a fun day at the
Spanish theme park Port Aventura.
With this excursion, MOVEX wanted
to thank its employees for the successful
business year and let everyone
go into the well-deserved Christmas
holidays to say goodbye to 2022 in
the best way possible!
The MOVEX team was able to enjoy
the day very much in the circle of nice
colleagues and also have intensive
conversations. The start into 2023 was
then also happy and full of verve.
TEAM SPIRIT ON TWO WHEELS - 30 COLLEAGUES
ON A CHALLENGING BIKE TOUR
In May 2023, a cycling tour organised
by Ruthmann took place
for the first time with about 30
colleagues. The route led in two
tours along the idyllic Berkel Promenade
and for the cyclists through
the terrain. The tour was easily
manageable for both experienced
cyclists and occasional cyclists.
The destination of the tour was the
farm of a colleague in Billerbeck.
During the tour there was of course
a refreshing break to be prepared for
the ascent of the Coesfelder Berg.
Arriving at the finish, the cyclists were
awaited with freshly grilled sausages
and cool drinks. The relaxed evening
provided an excellent opportunity to
comfortably review the day and for a
lively exchange.
It was a great experience for everyone
involved and it quickly became clear
that we definitely need to repeat such
a tour. Many thanks to the organisers
and to all the drivers.
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Experience
LIFE & WORK
ROLF KULAWIK ON FAREWELL TOUR -
TIME TO SAY GOODBYE
At the end of June, Rolf Kulawik
went on a big farewell tour and
thanked his employees. After
40 years in the access platform
industry, the Ruthmann Managing
Director retired on 30 June 2022.
We say THANK YOU! for the good
cooperation over the past years
and the goodies as a farewell!
In Italy, there
were delicious
burgers for all
employees ...
The colleagues from Gescher say goodbye to their managing director in retirement.
... and there were also
presents for Rolf Kulawik
in Italy.
There was also a delicious meal and a great farewell gift on the farewell tour in Switzerland.
The team from Austria says goodbye with a “Servus” from Austria
Last but not least, there was a brunch with
the Division Managers.
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LIFE & WORK
Experience
MOVEX SPONSORS SPECIAL OLYMPICS 2023
Last April, the city of Granollers (Barcelona) hosted
the 12th edition of the Special Olympics Games. The
Catalan Sports Association for People with Intellectual
Disabilities (ACELL), Special Olympics Catalunya
and Granollers City Council were responsible for organising
and running the event to promote equality
and inclusion of people with disabilities.
Around 1,500 athletes from 11 autonomous communities
and 10 different countries took part in around fifteen
sports.
The team of volunteers was also an essential component.
Around 600 people supported the athletes and the different
teams throughout the competition and in the complementary
activities that took place during these four days.
The opening ceremony took place on 30 March in a spectacular
Palau d’Esports de Granollers, attended by more
than 5,000 people. The closing ceremony took place on 2
April, also at the same venue.
We did not miss the event
and were present through-
out the competition. We
joined the sponsorship
team and made a small
contribution to the Special
Olympics by providing water
bottles for all participants.
As a company, MOVEX is fully committed
to equality and social inclusion
and decided to participate in this fantastic
event to give visibility and promote
the thousands of stories in which people
with some kind of disability have found the
confidence to overcome limitations and move
forward thanks to their will for self-improvement.
The Special Olympics also counted on the presence
of Nuc and Bruna, the mascots of the Games and main
actors in all the editions.
Of course, the famous Olympic torch was not to be missed,
which made its final stop in the city of Granollers after
travelling through various cities in Catalonia over the past
few weeks, both to kick off and to close a magical and
star-studded Olympics that had the opportunity to shine in
style.
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INTERNAL
Experience
VERSALIFT UK GETS READY FOR BLUELIFT DISTRIBUTION
In order to promote the sales of BLUELIFT crawler working
platforms in Great Britain and Ireland, the colleagues from
VERSALIFT in Great Britain were trained by their colleagues
from Italy.
The intensive training lasted three days in wintry temperatures
to learn all about the latest generation of RUTH-
MANN BLUELIFT crawler work platforms.
Many thanks to Gianpiero and Gianni from RUTHMANN
ITALIA for the time they spent with us and for the training
that helped us to become even better as the official distributor
of the BLUELIFT range in the UK and Ireland.
FRANCE ELÉVATEUR
RELIES ON BEES
For some years now, there have been
company-owned beehives on the premises
of France Elévateur’s headquarters
in Flavigny-sur-Moselle near Nancy.
On 20 May, World Bee Day, there was a
little surprise for some selected employees:
they had the opportunity to participate
in the honey harvest.
This harvest was a unique experience:
spending quality time with colleagues,
contributing to sustainable development
... and of course tasting the delicious
honey from the hardworking bees.
Many thanks to all participants and especially
to the bees who did all the hard
work.
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Experience
INTERNAL
MOVEX INTERNAL TRAINING
For us, staff training and education
is a very important issue.
Our team of mechanics from the Barcelona
branch attended the training
on the MOVEX ATL, TLR and TLF
working platforms, which covered all
aspects related to the operation and
maintenance of the platforms, as well
as their control and safety.
This was an excellent internal training,
where work was done in small groups
and which further promoted the competence
of our team.
In the future, the experts from the
Barcelona branch will be able to
work more effectively on the trained
models.
BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY - PLANT INSPECTION BY THE FIRE BRIGADE
We had a visit from the fire brigade
at the RUTHMANN plant in Gescher-
Hochmoor. As part of the fire
protection concept, the fire brigade
regularly visits the site to familiarise
themselves with the local conditions.
This facilitates the fire brigade’s
deployment tactics. If there is a fire
or other damage at our plant, they
are well prepared and can help even
faster and more safely.
Several RUTHMANN employees,
including three of our professionals
of tomorrow who are active in the
volunteer fire brigade.
Thank you very much for your
commitment!
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SUMMER PARTY
FOR THE START
OF HOLIDAY
It’s a tradition! Like every year, we held
our annual lunch last summer....
It took place, as always, on the last
Thursday before the Flavigny-sur-Moselle
factory closed for the summer break.
Our workers awaited it with impatience!
This convivial moment allows us to meet
about 450 colleagues.
In interesting conversations, we take
stock and discuss technical issues. Of
course, there is no shortage of fun, as
most of them left for their well-deserved
summer holidays the next day.
FOODTRUCK FROM
THE STAR CHEF
It is a great pleasure to welcome Charles
Coulombeau’s new Izakaya food truck to
the France Elévateur car park in Flavigny-sur-Moselle
near Nancy.
Charles Coulombeau is the Michelin-starred
chef of La Maison dans le Parc
- the trendy restaurant in Nancy.
Every Wednesday at lunchtime, France
Elévateur employees can now enjoy the
delicious French and Japanese cuisine
offered by the Izakaya food truck. There
is something for everyone, an invitation
to a journey through the senses.
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SEEVETAL SERVICE STATION MAKES PIT STOP
Experiencing together connects. The colleagues at the
Seevetal service station were able to see this once again
when they went karting together. The team around
station manager Carsten Richter was invited to the joint
event, where everyone had a lot of fun.
Afterwards, there was an opportunity to talk about the
experience and, of course, the daring driving manoeuvres
with the karts over dinner. A successful RUTHMANN
evening and a great team-building activity that will be
repeated soon.
THE RUTHMANN SERVICE STATION
IN RENNINGEN IS CELEBRATING
Finally celebrating again and having a good time with
colleagues and family.
With this goal in mind, the service station in Renningen
organised a barbecue in its own halls in September. Station
manager Ivan Kolontaev thanked all his colleagues for their
great work and the solid team spirit that has proven its
worth for everyone, especially in these challenging times. In
June, he proudly accepted the large trophy for first place in
the RUTHMANN ward competition on behalf of the entire
team. This was another reason to celebrate.
Annette Timpe accepted the invitation to the barbecue as
RUTHMANN Head of HR and was warmly welcomed by
the team, which consists of many nationalities.
Until late into the night, there were celebrations, games,
laughter, delicious food and drink. The buffet included
regional as well as numerous dishes from the countries of
origin of the participating families. It was a unique variety
of enjoyment that will be remembered for a long time.
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CLASSIC
Experience
“MAJOR INSPECTION” AFTER MORE THAN 50 YEARS
Fred Bunjes spent several years looking for a RUTHMANN
V80 cherry picker before he finally found it in 2018: The
STEIGER ® V80 was originally in service with the Bundesbahn
in Regensburg, then with a painting company, before he
discovered it at an agricultural machinery dealer near Nuremberg.
Inspired by our last report in Experience about Carsten
Schiedrum’s V80, which was on display at the VW Nutzfahrzeuge-Center
in Hanover, Fred Bunjes shared with us his
“Great Inspection” of the V80 on a 1966 VW T1.
After buying it, he dismantled the complete cherry picker
and disassembled it into all its individual parts. Hydraulic cylinders,
valves, lines and pump were overhauled and repaired.
Other parts such as bushings, bolts, switches and cables
were replaced. Fred Bunjes even went one step further and
milled the gearbox, which was also to be replaced, from a
solid block. The VW T1 flatbed truck was also completely
overhauled.
In the spring of 2022, after about 1500 hours of work, the
time had finally come and Fred Bunjes was able to drive the
first mission with the VW 80 in almost mint condition.
“You can hardly add up parts and expenses, you might as
well buy a new one,” Fred Bunjes states reflectively. “But it
was a great project and I would do it again just the same!”
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FRANCE ELÉVATEUR
CELEBRATES THE NEW YEAR’S EVE
After the festivities had to be cancelled for two years due
to the pandemic, it was finally time again this year. France
Elévateur invited around 330 employees and their families
to the Espace Chaudeau in Ludres to spend an unforgettable
evening.
The evening started with an exciting magic show for children
and adults. This was followed by a delicious meal and
many nice conversations - a successful evening with nice
colleagues and their families.
FULL COMMITMENT AT BUSINESS COOL FESTIVAL
The fun day of the summer! On Saturday 27 August 2022,
around 30 employees took part in the 9th edition of the
Business Cool Festival, a collaborative and fun event for
businesses created by the Meurthe-et-Moselle Chamber of
Commerce and Industry.
Our France Elévateur teams took part in the firefighting
course, Escape Game, the Mölkki tournament, football
and boules. In addition to the good mood and lots of fun,
the day was rounded off with a joint meal.
Many thanks to all employees for their motivation!
Photos: Jean-Christophe Vincent & Léa Didier
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Experience
SALES AND SERVICE PARTNER MEETING 2022
In order to work effectively and successfully with
our sales and service partners, it is important that
they always have a comprehensive insight into our
innovations and strategies. That is why we maintain
a very cooperative contact with our worldwide
partners. Before bauma 2022, we brought everyone
up to speed at the Sales and Service Meeting at the
RUTHMANN headquarters in Gescher-Hochmoor, so
that they were well prepared for the trade fair.
In addition to the exclusive presentation of the bauma
innovations of RUTHMANN STEIGER ® , ECOLINE and
BLUELIFT, the extensive agenda also included a factory tour.
All new products could be extensively tested in the outdoor
area by our partners and we and our colleagues from the
development department were able to answer questions
about the products.
After the coffee break, the new RTC (RUTHMANN Technology
Connect) diagnostic and fleet management tool
was presented in detail.
Despite the extensive programme, everyone was able to
enjoy a relaxed evening with dinner and pool ball together.
Well informed, everyone went to bauma a few days later
to present the world innovations to the customers.
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VERSALIFT VISITS
MOVEX IN SPAIN
In order to stimulate the exchange
about the products of the TIME
Group and to get to know each
other personally, some VERSALIFT
colleagues visited our MOVEX
company headquarters in
La Garriga.
In addition to intensive discussions
and a lively exchange about the
machines, practical experience was of
course not to be missed. The VER-
SALIFT colleagues had the opportunity
to test the ten MOVEX working
platforms on the open-air site and to
convince themselves of the advantages.
Thank you very much for your feedback
and the pleasant visit.
SALES & MANAGEMENT VISIT AT FRANCE ELÉVATEUR
We had the pleasure of welcoming our colleagues
from RUTHMANN Holdings GmbH
and VERSALIFT International twice to our
factory in Flavigny-sur-Moselle near Nancy.
We were pleased and proud to present our
working platforms to the RUTHMANN team,
which distributes our France Elévateur products
in Germany, Austria and German-speaking
Switzerland!
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Experience
VISITING
WITH FRIENDS
VERSALIFT ® Denmark and RUTHMANN have been
working closely together as sales partners for more
than 10 years - long before they were both part of the
TIME Group.
Recently, we had a visit from our sister company
RUTHMANN in our factory in Farsø, Denmark. The pleasure
of seeing each other again was great.
The visit started with a factory tour with Mr. Preben, our
workshop manager, who guided our visitors through every
part of our production. This was followed by a presentation
of our product series and some of the exciting projects we
are currently working on.
For lunch, we treated our guests to a traditional Danish
dish, the “bøfsandwich”, which our colleague René
demonstrated how to make. For those who don’t know
this fantastic dish: It is basically a burger drenched in sauce.
We ended the day by testing a few selected working
platforms. Although the weather was not kind to us, the
enthusiasm was great!
FRANCE ELÉVATEUR HAS BEEN ISO 14001 CERTIFIED
SINCE 13 JANUARY 2023!
ISO 14001 certification is not necessary,
but it is important for all of us
at France Elévateur to respect the
environment as much as possible at all
stages of our activity - design, production
and delivery.
An ISO 14001 certified company knows its
impact on the environment and makes reasonable
efforts to limit its carbon footprint.
Valid for 3 years, we are re-audited every
year to confirm that our company continues
to meet ISO 14001 standards.
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ISO CERTIFICATION SUCCESSFULLY CONFIRMED
On 21 February 2023, RUTHMANN
Holdings GmbH successfully
received confirmation of its DIN
EN ISO 9001:2015 certificate. The
annual surveillance audit took
place from 31 January to 3 February
2023.
This is a significant step for us, as it
allows us to demonstrate that we continue
to meet strict quality standards
in safeguarding our products and
services.
DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 certification is
an internationally recognised standard
for quality management systems.
Companies that meet this standard
show their customers and business
partners that they can rely on the
quality of the products and services. It
also expresses that the company has
implemented processes for continuous
improvement to ensure that the
quality of its products and services is
constantly increased.
NEW MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE IN THE RUTHMANN EXPORT TEAM
RUTHMANN Holdings GmbH announces a significant
change in its management structure: Christian Roß
has been appointed to Head of Sales International.
Marius Wiesmann becomes the new Team Leader
Export.
Christian Roß’ professional career began in 1997 as an
industrial clerk at RUTHMANN. In the following years, he
completed a part-time degree in business administration
and held various positions, including Area Sales Manager
North, Team Leader Field Sales Germany and most recently
Sales Manager Germany. Together with Marius Wiesmann,
the new Export Team Leader, and the entire Export Team,
he will now be responsible for the international sales
business. The decision will take effect from 01 March 2023.
Christian Roß will report directly to Stefan Linnemann,
Head of Sales & Marketing.
“We are very pleased to welcome Christian Roß as our new
Head of Sales International. His many years of experience
in sales and his knowledge of the international market
will help us strengthen our global business relationships
and open up new markets,” says Stefan Linnemann, Head
of Overall Sales & Marketing at RUTHMANN. “We wish
Christian every success and look forward to working with
him.”
Marius Wiesmann will take over the position of Team
Leader Export from 1 March 2023. He started his apprenticeship
as an industrial clerk at RUTHMANN in 2012 and
trained as a business administrator on the side. Since October
2015, he has been working in Sales-Export and has his
own country responsibility.
As the new Team Leader Export, Marius Wiesmann will
manage all export activities and provide his team with technical
support in day-to-day operations. In addition, together
with Stefan Linnemann, he will drive the development of
as yet untapped markets and look after international key
account customers.
“We congratulate Marius Wiesmann on his new position
as Team Leader Export. With his extensive experience in the
export business, he will help us to further expand our international
business and further strengthen our position,” says
Stefan Linnemann. “We are convinced that both Christian
Roß and Marius Wiesmann will master their new tasks with
great success, and we look forward to working together on
the further internationalisation of RUTHMANN.”
RUTHMANN congratulates Christian Roß (right) on his new position
as Head of Sales International and Marius Wiesmann (left) on his new
position as Team Leader Export.
With these two personnel decisions RUTHMANN is sending
a clear signal for the future and further expanding its
leading position in the market.
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FAIRS
Experience
JOINT APPEARANCE
AT THE MATELEC
TRADESHOW
From 5 to 8 November 2022, France Elévateur and
MOVEX were able to present themselves together at
the MATELEC Tradeshow in Madrid.
With a varied offer of different types of work platforms,
the numerous visitors could be inspired for the different
products. From the all-terrain pick-up to the best-selling
TOPY 11 to the compact panel van on Ford Transit Custom,
France Elévateur and MOVEX presented their highligts.
RENAULT PRO INVITES
On 29 and 30 September, the France Elévateur team
had the pleasure of taking part in an event organised
by the Renault Pro dealers in Beaune and Dijon.
At the event, which was attended by more than 200
people, we were able to present our flagship model 121Ft.
The unique location, an old quarry, gave the event a special
atmosphere. Thank you very much for the invitation!
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FAIRS
BAUMA 2022 IN MUNICH – “SCHEE WARS”
“Finally bauma again” was what everyone thought after the forced pandemic break. The
mood was accordingly exuberant when, after weeks of preparation, bauma opened its
doors to interested trade visitors on 24 October 2022.
We presented ourselves as the TIME Group with the brands RUTHMANN STEIGER ® , ECOLINE,
BLUELIFT, VERSALIFT, France Elévateur, MOVEX and ASPEN Aerial to the interested public for
the first time.
A successful brand presentation that was just as well received by our visitors as our STEIGER ® T
300 XS Hybrid, ECOLINE 270, BLUELIFT ST 31 Hybrid and our new VERSALIFT VTX-240, MOVEX
ATL 15, TLR 16 and France Elévateur UPTO 15.
Above: Vice President Jay Jeffrey travelled
all the way from Texas to officially open the
TIME Group stand together with Managing
Director Uwe Strotmann and to thank everyone
involved for their commitment.
Above: bauma is the
largest construction
machinery trade fair
in the world and offers
many interesting
machines. Of course,
we had the best
view.
Left: The RUTH-
MANN and
VERSALIFT team’s
exhausting weeks
of preparation are
almost forgotten
shortly before the
start.
Imprint
„Experience“; Issue: Summer 01/2023
Publisher: RUTHMANN Holdings GmbH (GER), Versalift Farsø (DNK),
France Elévateur, Flavigny-sur-Moselle (FRA) and MOVEX, La Garriga (ESP)
Editorial address: Ruthmannstraße 4, 48712 Gescher, Germany
Phone: +49 2863 204-0, e-mail: info@ruthmann.de
Editing, layout & typesetting: omast.de web | photo | print
Photos: Ruthmann Holdings GmbH, Oliver Mast, private stock,
Editing and translation: Ruthmann Holdings GmbH,
Dr. Mechthilde Vahsen
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Experience
The France Elévateur
team was very satisfied
with the course of
bauma 2022
Above: France Elévateur and MOVEX,
together with the other members of the TIME
Group, presented their new products, such
as the UPTO 15 or the MOVEX ATL 15 on a
Ford Ranger pick-up.
Top: A dream in blue: The new
drive of the revolving tower on
the STEIGER ® T 300 XS Hybrid
is discreetly illuminated behind
Plexiglas for bauma.
Right: The fan base: Numerous
RUTHMANN men and women
travelled from Gescher by bus to
support their colleagues on site.
FAIRS-DATE PREVIEW:
18 - 20 June 2023 demopark, Eisenach, GER
22 - 24 June 2023 JDL, Beaune, FRA
8 - 9 September 2023 Platformers‘ Days, Karlsruhe, GER
5 - 7 October 2023 GIS, Piacenza, ITA
https://en.ruthmann.de/news/exhibitions-events
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