Many in the construction sector recognise the hydraulic telescopic handler as a ‘multi tool’ asset which is one of the first pieces of equipment to arrive on a construction site and the last to leave. Bob Mules, National Sales Manager for Dieci Australia walks us through the features and benefits of the Dieci Icarus 40.17
“When it comes to telescopic handlers in the construction sector, there are many models and capacities to choose from. Dieci telehandlers range from 2.5 tonne to 23 tonne and feature fixed boom and rotational models. Fixed boom models have a pick up and carry capability which crosses over nicely to the crane industry,” said Bob.
The Dieci ICARUS 40.17 is a well established product with a track record of outstanding performance. The four tonne capacity Icarus is suitable for many jobs in the building and industrial sectors, thanks to its characteristics of great strength, power, and lifting heights.
The hydrostatic transmission combined with the “inching” pedal allows the Icarus to operate at slow speeds with the engine at full throttle, ensuring extremely precise loading and maximum safety.
The Icarus also features great power, excellent handling with precision movement control, soundproofing for absolute comfort and three steering modes including 2WS, 4WS, and crab steering. The intelligently designed control layout makes the Icarus simple, intuitive and comfortable to use.
Dieci telehandlers have always provided a combination of comfort and functionality but they are also extremely rugged machines with exceptional loading capacities in all operating conditions, with the boom retracted or extended.
Independent outriggers with proportional controls and a transversal levelling device ensure the machine is always working with the chassis in a horizontal position, even on uneven ground.
The advanced telescopic boom has a reach of 16.6 metres with load sensing and flow sharing distributors allowing for more simultaneous movements during operation. The Icarus responds to controls in a fluid way, with precision and promptness, providing exceptional work comfort in complete safety.
The Icarus can be fitted with a full range of accessories, making it an incredibly versatile machine.
Ideal operator working environment
The Icarus 40.17 is equipped with an integrated electric driver’s window, standard heater and a semi-automatic air conditioning system with six outlet vents. This setup allows air circulation inside the cabin for maximum operator comfort.
Maximum safety
The Roll-Over Protective Structure-Falling Object Protective Structure (ROPS-FOPS) approved cab is designed with a safety cell to provide maximum safety to the operator at all times. Dieci telehandlers comply with AS1418.19 / AS10896.1.
A ‘Deadman Sensor,’ combined with the operator presence sensor in the seat, prevents accidental operation. The Load Limiter Device analyses vehicle stability in real time and inhibits any aggravating movements when the pre-set safety limits are reached.
Single Compensation Cylinder
Patented by Dieci, the Single Compensation Cylinder is located inside the lifting ram, ensuring that the load on the boom is balanced at all times, thereby improving durability.
EWP Options Available
Pre-arrangement for the man basket remote control enables boom and aerial platform operation directly from the basket, ensuring total autonomy and full safety. This function is compliant with Australian EWP standard AS 1418.10.
Inching Pedal
This is an essential control that allows travel speed to momentarily slow down or come to a stop while still offering maximum power to boom functions to increasing precision and productivity for delicate operations.
Side Shift Carriage
The Icarus is equipped with a side shift carriage, making repositioning and stacking loads tightly, an effortless task.
Hydrostatic Transmission
The transmission is equipped with a servo controlled two-speed gear box and constantly varying hydrostatic drive, which guarantees top-end speed and low-end torque.
“The Icarus provides an ideal working environment for the operators with a fully-air conditioned cab, an air suspension seat and large curved windows providing 360 degree visibility. We have a fully proportional four-in-one joystick and simultaneous controls which also incorporates forward, neutral, and reverse,” said Bob.
“The operator has complete control of where they are placing the load or picking the load up from and the machine knows when the load is lifted. When the boom is telescoped in, the machine has the capability to pick and carry from one position to another.”
Over the years, the Dieci brand has built a solid reputation for reliability, designed with serviceability in mind.
“We have an 85 per cent commonality on our parts which makes for excellent parts availability. The Dieci brand continues to develop a reputation for reliability and is a significant reason why we have such a strong presence in the market,” said Bob.
“We support our growing population of machines with Dieci facilities in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and we are fully supported by our National Approved Parts and Service Agent (APSA), namely AWD Australia.
“Our Australia-wide network of regional APSA’s means you can be confident that we have you covered if you need after sales service, and support.”
