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When you work at heights in Australia, you need an elevated work platform that’s tough enough for our weather, flexible enough for tight spots, and, most importantly, safe enough to protect your crew every single day.
That’s exactly why more Aussies are turning to Socage EWPs, and why Altequip proudly stands behind these premium, globally-renowned elevated work platforms.
Let’s take a closer look at why a Socage is a smart investment if you’re doing any kind of work at heights in Australia.
Who is Socage?
To start with, who is Socage? They’re an Italian EWP manufacturer with decades of engineering under their belt. They’ve built a name for designing smart, lightweight, high-performance EWPs that keep operators safe and get the job done.
When you choose Socage, you’re getting clever design backed by practical reliability. Their EWPs are built using high-strength steel and cutting-edge manufacturing methods, so they’re tough while retaining a light weight. With that, you get more reach, better fuel efficiency and easier transportation. All big ticks for busy Aussie worksites.
Another standout is Socage’s focus on making the operation of their machines intuitive and comfortable. They’re easy to position and handle, with smooth hydraulics, user-friendly controls and smart stabilisation coming as standard. No more clunky old bucket trucks.
EWPs Designed for Australia’s Tough Conditions
Our worksites in Australia aren’t gentle. From hot sun and dusty farmlands to salt air on coastal jobs, the conditions test gear to the limit. Socage gets this and has designed their EWPs to handle the elements without fuss. From servicing street lights to tree lopping in the Aussie bush, these robust machines can handle it all.
Councils, power companies and arborists and many more industries are realising this. With the wide range of EWPs Socage offers, they’re bound to find the perfect EWP for their worksite. From large truck-mounted platforms to nimble Raptor Spiders, these machines tackle serious height with rock-solid stability.
Safety and Compliance You Can Trust
When you’re sending a worker 20, 30 or even 50 metres in the air, there’s no room for cutting corners. Socage makes safety a priority from the ground up.
All Socage EWPs meet or exceed Australian safety standards, so you can tick off compliance with confidence. Each machine comes loaded with clever safety systems such as automatic stabilisers, anti-overload sensors, emergency lowering systems and intuitive operator controls.
These aren’t just boxes to tick. They’re features that protect your crew and help prevent the kind of costly accidents that nobody wants to deal with. Safety is a massive priority with Socage.
Socage Models
You can see the entire range of Socage products that Altequip supplies here. Below are a couple of products that have gained a lot of interest:
Raptor Spider 35S
The Socage Raptor 35S boom lift raises the bar in the tracked aerial platform market. It combines impressive versatility with outstanding performance, all wrapped up in a remarkably compact design that fits into those tight spots. Whether you’re putting up signage, building maintenance or tricky urban sites, the Raptor 35S gets the job done with ease.
Forste 37DJ Speed
The forSte 37DJ SPEED is a powerful truck-mounted boom lift featuring a hydraulic jib, purpose-built for installation on 2-axle trucks starting from 16 tonnes. It delivers an impressive maximum working height of 37.30 metres and reaches out horizontally up to 21 metres. With a generous basket capacity of 300 kg, there’s plenty of room for three operators plus their gear, making it an ideal choice for demanding jobs that need both reach and muscle.
Full Factory Warranty and Local Support
Choosing the right EWP is only half the story. The other half is knowing you’ve got help when you need it. That’s where Altequip comes in.
As an official Australian Socage distributor, when you buy one of their EWPs through us, you get more than an exceptional machine. You get a full factory warranty backed up by local support from our Brisbane-based team. We’re a company of local Australians who know your industry inside out, and back you up with genuine parts, expert servicing and honest advice.
Our EWP servicing department has a direct line to the Socage factory in Italy. We’re on top of all their latest advancements in servicing gear, and will keep your machine running efficiently and safely. If you ever run into problems, we’ll fix them fast!
A Smart Choice for Aussie Businesses
To sum it up. Socage EWPs have earned their place on Australian worksites because they just make sense. They’re:
- Strong enough to handle our harsh conditions.
- Safe and compliant for peace of mind.
- Simple to operate and maintain.
- Backed by Altequip’s trusted local support and full factory warranty.
If you want gear that can keep up with a busy worksite, Socage won’t let you down.
Ready to Take Your Work to New Heights?
If you’re weighing up your next EWP, it pays to take a close look at Socage. The Altequip team is here to answer your questions on these reliable and tough machines. We’ll show you the options available and help you pick the right unit for your work.
Give us a call, drop in for a chat or request a quote online. Soon, you’ll see for yourself why more Aussies are choosing Socage for safe, efficient work at heights.
