New JLG Rapid Replacement Platform Now Standard on Select Boom Lift Models
JLG Industries announces the rollout of its Rapid Replacement Platform, a new standard feature on select JLG boom lift models in North America. The new Rapid Replacement Platform allows for quick and efficient servicing of boom lift platforms in the field with minimal interruption, helping customers increase uptime.
The design enables damaged platforms to be removed and installed in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods, keeping machines on the job and reducing costly downtime.
Key features include:
• Center storage tray and self-closing gates are now standard.
• Dual USB-A and USB-C charger included as standard.
• Tool clip locations standard on both sides of the console box (22-pound capacity).
• Manual storage box relocated for added protection.
• LED light installed beneath the console box for platform illumination.
• No reduction in platform capacity, maintaining the model’s rated capacity.
• Full compatibility with approved JLG accessories.
Beginning in May 2025, the Rapid Replaceable Platform will phase into production across all platform sizes for applicable models. Machines built with the Rapid Replaceable Platform are not compatible with traditional platforms. When platform replacement is required, customers can visit Online Express to select the appropriate Rapid Replaceable Platform for their model.
Note: Toucan, Tow-Pro and compact crawler boom lifts will continue to be produced with the existing traditional platform at this time.
For more information on JLG products and services, visit JLG.com.
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