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Snorkel, a leading global manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telehandlers, begins a week-long celebration of their 60-year anniversary as Bauma 2019 opens in Munich, Germany.

The company, which is celebrating ‘60 years of innovation’, is unveiling a number of new product launches at the tri-annual construction equipment show which attracts in excess of 500,000 visitors. Originally shown as a concept at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, the Snorkel S3019E makes its global debut as a pre-production unit at Bauma, and is anticipated to be in full production by Q4 2019, with orders for CE and ANSI units being accepted at the show.

This revolutionary 5.79m (19 ft.) slab scissor lift features a patent-pending design for its scissor stack which stows completely inside the chassis. This enables a low step-in height, as well as a low stowed height, meaning that it does not require folding handrails to pass through doorways. Equipped with electric drive and electric steering, and capable of lifting up to 250kg (550 lbs.), the S3019E delivers long duty cycles, and shares many features with the Snorkel line of hydraulic slab scissor lifts.

Showcasing another electric-powered innovation, Snorkel is displaying a preview of a lithium-ion powered electric Speed Level lift. Branded the Snorkel SL26E, this lithium-ion battery powered unit will deliver excellent four-wheel drive performance and 50% gradeability, just like its diesel-powered equivalent, the Snorkel SL26SL, as well as automatic self-levelling on slopes without the need for outriggers.

Bauma will also mark the official launch, outside of North America, for two new telehandlers. Joining the Snorkel SR626, the new Snorkel SR1442 and SR1745 expand the new Snorkel rough terrain telehandler line to three models. The new telehandlers are branded as the SR9244 and SR1045 respectively in The Americas. Equipped as standard with four-wheel drive and enclosed cabs with heat and air conditioning, the new SR1442 is capable of lifting up to 4,200kg (9,260 lbs.) and has a maximum lift height of up to 13.5m (44 ft. 4 in.), and a maximum forward reach of up to 9.5m (31 ft. 2 in.). The larger SR1745 has a maximum lift height of up to 16.4m (53 ft. 9 in.), and maximum forward reach of 12.6m (41 ft. 4 in.), and can lift up to 4,535kg (10,000 lbs.).

For the first time, Snorkel will exhibit CE compliant versions of their new mid-size telescopic boom lifts, the 14m (46 ft.) Snorkel 460SJ and the 20.1m (66 ft.) Snorkel 660SJ, which are now both available to order with European Stage V engines. Snorkel is expanding production of these units, with the 660SJ now being produced in Snorkel’s U.K. manufacturing facility, in addition to existing assembly in both U.S. facilities in Henderson, Nevada and Elwood, Kansas. The Snorkel 460SJ will also be added to the UK assembly facility in the coming months.

At Bauma, Snorkel is displaying CE compliant TM12E and TM16E models, marking their official launch outside of North America. With platform heights of 3.65m (12 ft.) and 4.87m (16 ft.) respectively, the TM12E and TM16E self-propelled telescopic mast lifts feature a zero inside turning radius, and smooth and efficient electric drive for a long duty cycle. Production of the electric drive Snorkel TM12E and TM16E has expanded from its original location in Henderson, Nevada, with both models now also being assembled in Snorkel’s UK facility.

The first CE compliant Snorkel S3215L will also be shown at Bauma. The Snorkel S3215L was introduced to the North American market in 2018, as a lightweight yet robust electric slab scissor lift, designed for use in areas with low floor loadings. Delivering a platform height of up to 4.6m (15 ft.), the S3215L has a lift capacity of 305kg (670 lbs.), yet weighs just 952kg (2,100 lbs.) with a floor loading at max. capacity of just 951.9kg/m2 (195 psf.). Produced in Henderson, Nevada, the Snorkel S3215L is now available to order globally, and shares many features with the Snorkel electric slab scissor lift family, that will also be on display.

On Snorkel’s 790sqm (8,500 sq. ft.) stand in the outdoor area, 28 Snorkel lifts will be on display, which in addition to the new product launches, will include many popular lifts, including the recently upgraded Snorkel A38E electric boom lift; Snorkel S3970BE and S2755RT compact rough terrain scissor lifts; Snorkel A46JE, A46JRT and A62JRT articulated boom lifts; the UL40 push-around mast lift; and low-level lifts, including the Snorkel S3010P and S3010E mini scissor lifts.

Founded in 1959 by Art Moore, Snorkel has roots in the firefighting industry, before entering the early AWP market with a number of innovative boom lifts, which helped to define the market as it is today. Celebrating this heritage, the Snorkel stand at Bauma 2019 will feature historical imagery displays and timelines, as well as being the venue for customer events daily.

As part of the 60th anniversary celebrations, Snorkel will showcase its range of material lifts with the giveaway* of a Snorkel ML24C construction-duty material lift at the show. The Snorkel ML24C weighs just 162kg (358 lbs.) yet can lift loads up to 295kg (650 lbs.) at a load center of 0.36m (14 in.) to heights of up to 7.4m (24 ft. 4 in.). Visitors to the Snorkel stand are invited to enter their business card into the prize draw for a chance to win the ML24C, which will be drawn at 7.00pm at the Snorkel stand on Friday, 12th April 2019.

Find Snorkel at Stand FS.1002/3 in the outdoor area at Bauma 2019.

*Terms and conditions apply. Please ask for details at Stand FS.1002/3.

Shown as a concept at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, Snorkel is officially launching its next generation of electric slab scissor lifts at Bauma 2019.

In line with Snorkel’s anniversary year theme ‘celebrating 60 years of innovation’, the Snorkel S3019E pushes the boundaries of scissor lift design. Developed from the ground-up by Snorkel’s in-house engineering team, the Snorkel S3019E features a patent-pending design that enables the scissor stack to stow entirely inside the chassis.

This sunken scissor stack provides a low step-in height for the operator, which improves the ease of ingress and egress from the platform. It also results in a lower stowed machine height, of just 1.76m (69.1 in.), meaning it can be driven through standard doorways without the need for folding guardrails, and is already compliant with the upcoming ANSI A.92 standards which come into effect in December 2019.

New for Snorkel scissor lifts, the S3019E is equipped with both electric drive and electric steer, meaning there are no hydraulic hoses. This eliminates the risk of hydraulic leaks, meaning the lift is ideal for use in sensitive areas, and improves the duty cycle as there is less energy loss compared to hydraulic driven units.

The Snorkel S3019E can lift up to 250kg (550 lbs.) to a maximum platform height of 5.79m (19 ft.). Measuring just 0.77m (30.5 in.) wide, the S3019E is equipped with a 0.91m (36 in.) roll-out extension deck that expands the maximum working area to 0.61m (24 in.) x 2.6m (100.5 in.). Weighing 1,581kg (3,485 lbs.), the battery-powered S3019E has non-marking tires as standard, and is rated for one person plus tools for outdoor use.

Matthew Elvin, CEO, Snorkel said, “We believe that the Snorkel S3019E will disrupt the standard convention of what a slab scissor lift is. In terms of safety, the low step-in height is a major benefit, as a large proportion of jobsite accidents occur when operators are entering and exiting the working platform. From a productivity standpoint, the overall low stowed height eliminates the need to fold down guardrails, and the electric drive and electric steering provide a long duty cycle, and zero inside turning radius for greater maneuverability on the job.”

Shown as a pre-production unit at Bauma, both ANSI and CE compliant versions are now available to order, with the model expected to enter U.S. production in Q4 2019.

Providing a glimpse into the future of the company’s product development projects, Snorkel is showing a preview of its first-ever lithium-ion powered aerial lift at Bauma 2019, which opens today.

Branded the Snorkel SL26E, the new zero emission Speed Level will be powered by lithium-ion battery packs which offer a wide range of performance benefits when compared with the current diesel-powered equivalent.

Utilizing a 17kWh Hyperdrive lithium-ion battery pack with an integrated battery management system (BMS), the Snorkel SL26E will deliver extended duty cycles for longer, continuous operation on the jobsite.

The use of maintenance-free lithium-ion battery packs reduces running costs by up to 95% when compared to an engine, and are shown to last up to twenty-times longer than lead acid batteries. The low voltage system is easily serviced, without the need for specialist high voltage training, and has been tested in climatic chambers.

The zero emission, lithium-ion batteries also deliver significantly less jobsite noise. The new SL26E is 60% quieter than the existing Snorkel SL26SL.

Fitted with a 2.5kWh single phase battery charger, the battery packs can be rapid charged to 80% capacity within just 20 minutes utilizing an off-board charger, and the onboard charger enables a full charge in approximately 6.5 hours, at a significantly lower cost than the diesel equivalent.

The battery packs and battery management systems in the new Snorkel SL26E are developed by Hyperdrive Innovation, a Sunderland, UK-based developer and manufacturer of lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage systems working with leading OEM off-road vehicle manufacturers.

Other than the power source, the hydraulic drive Snorkel SL26E shares the same 4-wheel drive performance, 50% gradeability and self-levelling capabilities without stabilizers up to 9° front to rear, and 13° side to side, as the Snorkel SL26SL. With a platform height of 8m (25 ft. 6 in.), a lift capacity of 680kg (1,500 lbs.) and a spacious 1.72m (5 ft. 8 in.) x 4.6m (15 ft.) platform with the 0.91m (3 ft.) roll-out deck extension deployed, the SL26E weighs 3,500kg (7,826 lbs.) and, available with non-marking tires, is ideal for all types of indoor and outdoor applications.

The lithium-ion battery pack system is designed to be scalable, and can be adapted to meet customer requirements and applications, such as tunnel work and long distance driving.

Shown as preview at Bauma 2019, the company plans to gauge customer feedback at the show.

Amsterdam, Netherlands (May 2, 2017) – At APEX 2017, Snorkel will expand their product line with the launch of a line of six material lifts, with best-in-class load capacities.

Split into two product families, the Snorkel material lifts range includes three ‘MLC’ models designed for heavy-duty, construction applications. The Snorkel ML12C offers 3.5m (11-ft. 6-in.) of lift height with up to 340kg (750 lbs.) of load capacity at a 0.36m (14-in.) load centre, with the larger Snorkel ML18C offering up to 5.1m (16-ft. 10-in.) lift height with up to 318kg (700 lbs.) load capacity at a 0.36m (14-in.) load centre. The largest model in the family is the Snorkel ML24C that can lift up to 295kg (650 lbs.) at a 0.36m (14-in.) load centre to a lift height of up to 6.9m (22-ft. 7-in.).

The remaining three material lifts are ‘MLM’ models that feature a shorter mast height to easily pass through a standard doorway without requiring a tilt-back system. This makes them ideal for industrial and warehouse applications where loads need to be moved throughout a facility. The Snorkel ML12M can lift up to 318kg (700 lbs.) at a 0.36m (14-in.) load centre to a lift height of up to 3.8m (10 ft. 10 in.). At the same load center, the Snorkel ML16M and Snorkel ML20M can lift loads of 295kg (650 lbs.) and 272kg (600 lbs.) to lift heights of 4.4m (14-ft. 5-in.) and 5.5m (17-ft. 11-in.) respectively.

Designed to Boost Productivity

Snorkel material lifts feature a dual-handle, shift-on-the-fly, two-speed winch for increased productivity when lifting loads, up to twice as fast as other material lifts on the market. A cable guard, and heavy-duty non-marking casters are fitted as standard, and the lifts utilize heavy-gauge aluminum extrusions and construction-grade cast metal cable pulleys for a long-working life. Adjustable loading wheels make light work of transporting the lifts; they can even be transported in some light commercial vehicles and SUVs. Quick-fold stabilizer legs do not require tools, making set up easy, and non-marking wheels allow the lifts to be easily maneuvered, even in the stowed position.

A Complementary Addition

Snorkel CEO, Matthew Elvin, said, “Material lifts are a natural addition to the Snorkel product portfolio. They are commonly purchased by rental companies as well as by contractors, which aligns with the efforts of our existing Snorkel sales and distribution channels. We see them as a complementary product, that ultimately reinforces our focus on and commitment to safe working at height, whether we are lifting people or materials.”

Now Available to Order

Snorkel material lifts, rated for both CE and ANSI are now available to order in EMEA. For more information, visit Snorkel at APEX 2017 at Stand 570 or go to www.snorkellifts.com.

Amsterdam, Netherlands (2nd May, 2017) Snorkel is introducing two new narrow compact rough terrain scissor lifts into its product line at APEX 2017.

Snorkel is expanding its current family of compact rough terrain scissor lifts, with two new narrow models, which are ideal for working in confined spaces with rough terrain or uneven ground conditions. The Snorkel S2255RT, which will make its European debut at the show, delivers a maximum working height of 8.5m (27-ft. 3-in.) and a lift capacity of 420kg (925 lbs.) from a chassis that is just 1.45m (4-ft. 9-in.) wide. In the same narrow width, Snorkel also now offers the S2755RT, a larger version with a maximum working height of 10.4m (33-ft. 6-in.) and a lift capacity of 300kg (661 lbs.).

The two new lifts share many features with Snorkel’s existing line compact rough terrain scissor lifts, the Snorkel S2770RT, Snorkel S3370RT and Snorkel S3970RT, including a large roll-out deck extension, non-marking tyres, automatic self-levelling stabilizers, an oscillating axle and powerful four wheel drive as standard. All five models are sold with a Kubota diesel engine, but are also available with bi-energy power source, which provides the option to run the lift on either the diesel engine, or on electric 24V battery power. This gives flexibility on the jobsite, permitting the same lift to be used outdoors on rough terrain on diesel power, and indoors with zero emissions on battery power.

The Snorkel S2255RT and S2755RT compact scissor lifts are a proven product that has been in production in Snorkel’s facility in Levin, New Zealand for many years, predominantly sold to customers in Australasia. With their narrow width, yet high lift capacity and rough terrain performance, these lifts are gaining popularity in Europe, particularly as their low overall weight means that they can be easily towed by light commercial vehicles in many countries. The Snorkel S2255RT weighs just 2,360kg (5,202 lbs.) and the Snorkel S2755RT weighs 2,580kg (5,687 lbs.).

Matthew Elvin, Snorkel CEO, said, “These narrow compact rough terrain scissor lifts are extremely popular with contractors and rental companies alike in Australia and New Zealand. They provide a heavy-duty yet portable solution to working at height on challenging terrains in confined spaces and narrow aisles. We are seeing increasing interest in these models from our customers in EMEA, and look forward to further evaluating this interest at APEX 2017, which is the first time that we have displayed these models outside of Australasia.”

For more information on the Snorkel narrow compact rough terrain scissor lifts, please visit Snorkel at APEX 2017 at Stand 570 or at www.snorkellifts.com.