PALFINGER Unveils Advanced HT Series Hooklifts

PALFINGER has introduced the next generation of heavy-duty hooklifts to North America. Serving various industries including construction, demolition, waste removal, and municipalities, the new HT Series features:

• HT 400 Hooklift with a 40,000 lb. lifting capacity
• HT 500 Hooklift with a 50,000 lb. lifting capacity
• HT 660 Hooklift with a 66,000 lb. lifting capacity

Designed for the specific needs of the North American market, these hooklifts emphasize safety, comfort, and durability. All models in the HT Series come equipped with removable and adjustable container slides for various container lengths.

"The HT Series is designed with the operator in mind, featuring advanced technologies that simplify operations and enhance productivity. We’re focused on stability, ease of use, and safety," says James Hanson, director of sales, hooklifts and cable hoists for PALFINGER North America. “When we demonstrate the HT Series to operators, we can see we’ve addressed common key pain points in the design of the HT Series Hooklifts.”

Enhanced Safety and Stability

The HT Series Hooklifts boast several key safety and stability features:

• New Subframe Design: Enhances stability during tipping operations, providing a secure environment for handling heavy loads. Key components include:
• X-Beam: Increases resistance against chassis torsion, extending the vehicle's lifespan.
• Front Cross Beam: Minimizes interference with truck engine and gearbox components.
• Improved Mid-Cross and Rear Cross Beams: Strengthen overall stability.
• Low-Profile Bogie System: Reduces transport height for enhanced load stability and operator comfort.
• Enhanced Hook Arm Design with New Safety Latch: Offers greater strength for easier hook height adjustment and smoother engagement with container bars, ensuring increased safety. The safety latch securely locks the container into the hook, preventing bouncing or accidental disengagement.
• Adjustable Lock System: Enhances safety and compatibility with all variations of manufactured bins.

New Remote Control for Ease of Use

The HT Series simplifies operations with the new PRO ACTIVE DRIVE (PAD) Remote Control. This advanced feature allows drivers to load and unload containers without leaving the cab, enhancing comfort and efficiency. The remote control can be customized for operational add-ons such as auto tarp systems, salt spreaders and snow plows.

Optional features include:

• Automatic Cycle: Enables effortless loading and unloading with a single joystick push.
• Rapid Motion: Increases extension speed by 30% for empty containers.
• Wireless Remote Control

“Our customer-centric approach drives us to develop products tailored to the evolving needs of our customers in the region. The HT Series exemplifies our commitment to creating exceptional solutions that enhance the efficiency and safety of our customers’ daily operations,” says Ismael Daneluz, vice president of sales and service, PALFINGER North and Latin America.