Capital Equipment News December 2023

LIFTING EQUIPMENT

Unleashing the potential of custom lifting machines

It is a common misconception that tailor-made machines, designed and built to meet specific job requirements, are more expensive than standard, unmodified machines. While the initial purchase price of a standard machine may seem cheaper, a valid comparison must consider the long-term savings and benefits that a purpose-built machine can offer.

T ailor-made machines, also the realm of heavy lifting machines, mod ifications to standard machines can result known as custom or bespoke machines, provide numerous advantages across various industries and applications. In

in optimal performance, efficiency, and a perfect fit for the intended application. Lenny Naidoo, Acting National Operations Manager at CFAO Equipment SA’s Heavy Lift division, which specializes

emphasizes that custom machines can streamline processes, leading to higher productivity and reduced downtime. Future-proofing Although the initial investment may be higher, the long-term cost savings derived from improved efficiency and reduced operational costs make tailor-made machines a worthwhile investment. These machines can also be designed to adapt to changing production requirements or new processes, ensuring flexibility and future-proofing. “While the initial investment for custom machines can be higher, they often lead to long-term cost savings by improving efficiency and reducing operational costs. Tailor-made machines can be designed to meet changes

in selling big forklifts to container handlers and the ports industry,

“A custom-made machine can provide better solutions and quicker turn-around time, which is why we welcome customers who discuss their needs with us when they have a special operation that cannot be easily serviced by a standard machine.” Lenny Naidoo, Acting National Operations Manager at CFAO Equipment SA’s Heavy Lift division

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