"In Australia's unpredictable construction site environment, choosing the right aerial work platform is half the battle won!" Mark Thompson, head of a construction company in Victoria, Australia, gave this high praise after using the CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker for three months. As a local company specializing in commercial building renovations and municipal engineering, Mark's team had long been troubled by the unique construction scenarios and challenges of working at heights in Australia. The arrival of the CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker completely changed their construction rhythm.
Australian construction projects have always demanded extremely high adaptability from equipment: from renovating old buildings along the narrow streets of Sydney's CBD to high-altitude pruning of municipal green spaces in Melbourne's suburbs, projects must handle complex terrain, meet stringent safety standards, and maintain construction efficiency. "Before this, we used two different brands of aerial work platforms, but problems arose one after another," Mark recalled. "Some equipment couldn't provide stable support on steep slopes, some had complex operations that led to soaring labor costs, and even more troublesome was that the battery life of some equipment simply couldn't keep up with the long working hours required in Australia, causing frequent downtime for charging and repeatedly delaying project progress."
By chance, Mark learned about CATHAY's 12m Cherry Picker at an industry exhibition, and its design highlights for complex outdoor scenarios instantly caught his attention. "At the time, we were working on the exterior renovation of a century-old building in Melbourne, which required us to perform work at heights of more than 10 meters in a narrow construction area, demanding a high degree of flexibility and stability from the equipment." With a try-it-out mentality, Mark's team ordered a CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker, and the performance of this equipment far exceeded their expectations.
"What surprised us first was its stability!" Mark emphasized. Some construction sites in Australia have uneven ground, even slight slopes, but the CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker, equipped with four independent telescopic outriggers, can quickly adjust to a horizontal position and securely fix itself, allowing for safe operation even on surfaces with an inclination of no more than 5°. This completely solved the previous problem of the equipment being unstable. Secondly, the construction team praised the ease of operation: "The control panel is simple and intuitive, allowing even beginners to quickly get started without additional training time, greatly reducing labor costs. Moreover, the platform's lifting and rotation are very smooth, giving workers a great sense of security while working at heights, naturally increasing efficiency."
What impressed Mark even more was the equipment's range and durability. Australia's hot summers and rainy winters pose a significant challenge to equipment performance, but the CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker, equipped with a high-quality diesel engine, not only boasts strong power but also excellent range, supporting up to 8 hours of continuous operation on a full tank, perfectly suited to the long working hours required on Australian construction sites. "After three months, this equipment has withstood high temperatures and rain without a single malfunction-a zero failure rate!" Mark said with a smile. "Furthermore, CATHAY's after-sales service is excellent. After placing the order, professional technicians provided remote guidance for installation and commissioning, and they regularly follow up on the equipment's usage, responding promptly to any issues, giving us complete peace of mind."
From commercial building renovations in Sydney to municipal projects in Brisbane, CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker has become an indispensable tool for Mark's team. "Since using this equipment, our aerial work efficiency has increased by 30%, project cycles have been shortened by nearly 10 days, and customer satisfaction has significantly improved," said Mark. He added that they plan to continue purchasing CATHAY Cherry Picker for their upcoming rural road repair project in Victoria. "For Australian construction companies, CATHAY's products not only offer superior performance but also understand our construction needs, making them a truly trustworthy partner."
CATHAY consistently prioritizes customer needs, optimizing product design for different regional construction scenarios. With its stable performance, user-friendly operation, and attentive service, it has won global recognition. Whether facing Australia's complex terrain and climate or stringent safety standards, the CATHAY 12m Cherry Picker handles it all with ease, creating greater value for its clients.
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