When timelines are tight and access is limited, the right equipment can make or break a project. In this case study, we explore how a Dieci telehandler helped a construction team in regional Queensland overcome terrain challenges, reduce machine redundancy, and speed up project delivery; all with one highly capable unit.
The Project Brief: What Needed Solving
The project involved building a multi-structure industrial facility on semi-rural land outside Toowoomba, Queensland. The site had uneven terrain, limited access routes, and multiple teams working in parallel; framers, concreters, and steel riggers.
Challenges:
- Lifting bulky materials to second-storey height
- Moving equipment and formwork across rough ground
- Limited space for multiple machines
- Strict deadlines and limited labour availability
Choosing the Right Machine
After reviewing several equipment options, the project manager selected a Dieci Icarus 40.17 telehandler. The deciding factors were:
- Boom reach of 17 metres
- 4-tonne lifting capacity
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Quick-switch capability for forks, lifting jib, and bucket attachments
- Proven performance in similar Australian conditions
“We’d looked at cranes and all-terrain forklifts, but the Dieci gave us reach, versatility, and simplicity in one unit,” said the site supervisor.
On-Site Performance Highlights
Once on-site, the Dieci telehandler immediately replaced the need for two separate machines; a mobile crane and a site forklift. It performed multiple tasks across the 6 week structural build phase:
- Lifted steel beams and trusses into position at heights up to 12 metres
- Transported pallets of bricks, sandbags, and scaffold gear across uneven terrain
- Used the lifting hook attachment for precision placement in narrow areas
Operators praised the machine’s intuitive controls, visibility, and stable handling, especially on loose gravel sections of the site.
Results: What Changed After Implementation
- 30% faster load handling during frame and roof truss staging
- Eliminated two machines, reducing equipment hire costs
- Fewer manual handling incidents due to improved access and lift precision
- Operator satisfaction: “It’s smoother and more responsive than anything else we’ve had on-site,” said lead operator Jason T.
The machine was also easy to service thanks to Dieci’s clear maintenance schedule and parts availability via AWD Australia.
Why Dieci Was the Right Fit
- High lift and outreach for vertical builds
- Quick tool-free attachment swaps
- Trusted support network and fast access to parts
- Comfortable, ROPS-compliant cab design for full-day operator use
- Rugged build suited to tough Australian jobsite conditions
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Got a Project Like This?
If your site has lifting, access, or material handling challenges, a Dieci telehandler could be the all-in-one solution. Contact us for model recommendations or a tailored quote.
How did Dieci improve real-world site performance?
In a recent construction project near Toowoomba, a Dieci Icarus 40.17 replaced multiple machines, improved lift access in tight areas, and boosted site productivity. Operators noted smoother handling, while the team saw faster workflows and lower hire costs.
