Hybrid electric boom lifts
The Genie S-85 XC FE hybrid and S-85 XC E electric boom lifts feature Li-Ion technology and other improvements to reduce ownership costs.
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| The Genie FE and E models are both powered by 48-volt Li-ion batteries, which is the smallest Li-ion battery in the industry in the 85-foot height class. |
Four independent AC drive motors, 4-wheel drive and active oscillating axles enable operators to easily navigate rough terrain. Genie’s S-85 XC is available in hybrid and electric configurations and expands utilization on job sites that require quiet during-day performance or emissions-free performance.
The FE and E models are both powered by 48-volt Li-ion batteries, which is the smallest Li-ion battery in the industry in the 85-foot height class. These right-sized batteries, which are more cost effective, are made possible by efficiency improvements throughout the machine that lower energy consumption compared with competitors’ booms, source report.
Built to last, the battery is rated for temperatures from -22F to 122F; Genie is extending its warranty to five years to ensure customers feel confident in their purchasing decision.
Two battery sizes are available: standard size for the FE hybrid, or an XC battery for the electric E machine. The XC version of the 48-volt battery has a 7-hour rapid recharge, compared with 10 to 15 hours that other machines on the market require. The XC battery can be added as an option on the FE machine.
Genie’s third-generation hybrid system on the S-85 XC FE includes the 48-volt Li-ion battery and 24 horsepower, DPF-free engine. The engine/generator combo provides enough power to run a full workday in electric mode, or a full work week on a single tank of fuel. It also allows for dead-battery operation.
When the batteries are completely drained, the engine/generator provides enough power to run any function. Rapid recharge of 4.5 hours is twice as fast as other systems on the market.
Beyond the flexibility hybrid and electrified equipment provides for working on a variety of jobsites, the dual-capacity XC models mean operators can load the platform up to 1,000 pounds for the majority of the lift’s range, and to 660 pounds through the full envelope. This increases productivity by supporting heavier lifting job site needs.
Additionally, Genie’s powerful Lift Power™ solution also is available in these new machines, expanding the performance benefits of these machines to even more jobs. These new models are the first-ever electrified boom lifts to offer a Li-ion powered AC generator welder-ready tool. A 3kW power inverter, available globally, provides power to the platform to support power washers, drills, and other power tools.
The combination of industry-leading Li-ion performance, features designed for productivity, and up to a 15 percent decrease in total cost of ownership means Genie’s S-85 XC FE and S-85 XC E boom lifts deliver high rental fleet utilization for our customers, and greater job site productivity for equipment operators.
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