JLG announces availability of new PS Series Telehandlers

Hoofddorp, The Netherlands — January 29, 2013 — JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company [NYSE:OSK] and a global leading manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telescopic material handlers, announces the availability of its new PS Series of telehandlers.

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The new range features standard 4-speed powershift transmissions and 75kW Stage IIIb compliant Deutz engines.  Optional 90kW engines and 6-speed transmissions are also available on some models.

The JLG PS family of telehandlers is designed to meet a wide variety of jobsite requirements. Models 3706 and 3707 have a maximum capacity of 3.7 tons with either 6.1m or 7.3m maximum lift height. The two larger models, the 4014 and 4017 are equipped with stabilizers and have a lift capacity of 4.0 tons and a maximum lift height of 14m and  17.3m, respectively. A wide variety of options and attachments are available to align each machine with the unique requirements of each application.

 “JLG PS Series telehandlers are designed to offer optimal productivity, reliability and enhanced performance in heavy duty environments,” says Brian Boeckman, JLG Industries Global Product Director for Telehandlers. “Built to take on the toughest of applications, this new series of telehandlers will equip operators with the tools they need to accomplish their tasks in the most efficient manner.”

Highlights include:

- Compliant with latest standards in the industry:

With a dependable Deutz Tier IIIb engine (75kW/100hp), you are ensured to be compliant with the latest standards in environmental regulations. Additional benefits are: reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions. In addition, each handler is equipped with an adaptive load control system (EN15000), for safe operation during loading and placement activities. Finally, each model complies with the EN15830 European standard, which specifies the operator’s visibility from the cabin for operation on work sites.

- Designed with the operator in mind:

The new handlers are designed to be true drivers’ machines. A lot of attention has been paid during the design stage on  controls,  indicator panels and dashboard.  Improved response of lift and lower functions due to improved oil flow in boom and proportional controls help further improve daily output on jobsites. The new  joystick enables simultaneous boom movement; featuring lift up and down, tele-in and tele-out functions, drive direction, gear selection, auxiliary controls, and tilt roller functions assist with a quicker machine operation. The comfortable ROPS/FOPS cabin with improved all-around view and optional air conditioning further enhances operator comfort.

- Robust and easy to maintain:

The new series of JLG handlers are robustly built: the outer section of the boom is reinforced with double-plated steel, as well as the boom head, and is actually thickened to ensure the handler is more resistant to every day jobsite wear and tear when working frequently with buckets. Maintenance can be done relatively trouble free as well - grease points in the boom are grouped, main components are easily accessible and the engine is mounted to the side which provides good access for service engineers.

For additional information about JLG products, visit the company website at www.jlgeurope.com.