VZ access platforms
VZ Range
High performance, productivity and efficiency.
EXCELLENT WORKING ENVELOPE
Reach as far as is safely possible at any basket load due to our moment sensitive outreach – comes as standard.
This is just one benefit our VZ access platforms give you. Others include:
- Intelligent structural design saves weight and gives you greater outreach.
- Sophisticated controls let you reach further, faster and more easily.
- High-quality components and design for easy maintenance mean that breakdownsare rare, and repairs are swift.
- Nationwide remote diagnostics, comes as standard; gets you up and running faster if something does go wrong.
13.7m–18.3m
6.7m–11.0m
200kg–250kg
410°
YOUR BENEFITS
Excellent working envelope
Reach as far as is safely possible at any basket load due to our moment sensitive outreach – comes as standard.
Fuel and CO2 saving
E-Drive allows the engine to be off whilst operating your platform; you save on fuel costs and costly engine services.
Greater payload in the vehicle
Thanks to our optimised structural design, and high-quality materials, our platforms are lighter than other brands; giving you more payload to carry what you need.
Minimal maintenance
We use stainless pins and maintenance-free bushes, and our slew ring is inside the van for easy access.
Impressive uptime
Customers tell us our platforms are extremely reliable and we provide remote diagnostics should an issue arise.
Smoother, faster, more accurate operation
Enjoy a smoother experience with millimetre accuracy due to our battery powered E-Drive platform, that is 25% faster than comparable platforms.
| PLATFORM |  |
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NOTES |
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| VZ135 | 13.7m | 6.7m–8.9m | 220kg–250kg | 3.5t–7.2t |
Ford Transit Iveco Daily MAN TGE Mercedes Sprinter Renault Master VW Crafter |
1. Working height may vary by up to 0.3m depending on vehicle floor height. 2. Outreach dependent on basket load. 3. SWL dependent on vehicle used. |
| VZ140 | 14.3m | 6.7m–9.1m | ||||
| VZ145 | 14.8m | 6.7m–9.1m | ||||
| VZ160 | 16.0m | 7.4m–10.8m | 200kg | 5.2t–7.2t |
Iveco 50c MAN TGE Mercedes Sprinter VW Crafter |
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| VZ165 | 16.8m | 7.7m–11.0m | ||||
| VZX175 | 17.5m | 7.4m–10.8m | ||||
| VZX180 | 18.3m | 7.7m–11.0m |
- E-Drive – our self-charging hybrid electric system
- CAN bus control system with remote connectivity
- "Fit and forget" bushes – no greasing required
- Ergonomic curved basket for greater space
- Insulated harness anchors for low voltage protection
- Auxiliary electric power pack in case of main pump failure
- Ground controller with 5m wander lead
- ...Other options on request
INSTRUCTIONS
Click and drag (single finger swipe for mobile) will allow you to rotate the vehicle. Use your mouse wheel or pinch the screen (two fingers on mobile) to zoom in and out, and right click (two fingers on mobile) to move the vehicle up and down. Use the slider bars below to move the boom.
Slew (°)
Jib (°)
Main Boom (°)
Telescopic Boom
Maximum outreach of 2.45m on the telescopic boom, and up to 9.1m outreach overall
Safety is no accident
We take every design past its tipping point to find exactly where its limits lie. Moment sensitive outreach then stops you where you can pull your hardest, down a slope on a windy day, and still have a healthy margin of safety.
Our control algorithm has been developed and analysed using the most up-to-date software. Twinned sensors, high performance controllers and fail-safe control logic mean that a VZ platform will keep you out of harm’s way.
Emergency power and fail-safe manual operation come as standard, so you will always get down safetly if the power fails.
This dual focus on performance and safety on our VZ range sets the benchmark for van-mounted platforms on the road today.
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customer testimonial
“Aldercote has assisted Humberside Police with many years of service in this specialist area of business. They have provided a cost-effective solution with state-of-the-art specialist equipment designed and built in Hull. I cannot speak highly enough of their 24/7 support in terms of immediate repairs, modifications LOLER examinations and certification. Their collaboration with Humberside Police has provided a cost-effective level of service which in my opinion is unrivalled in the current commercial climate. This allows Humberside Police to provide the best service possible for the local community we serve.”
Gary Woolston
Technical Manager, Humberside Police
Made in Britain
Aldercote is the leading UK manufacturer of vehicle-mounted access platforms. We are proud to design and manufacture high performance products that help our customers build and maintain the nation’s infrastructure.
Aldercote is a family run business that puts people first. We show this in our customer care and by valuing every employee for their passion, expertise and individuality.
