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Skyjack has introduced LanyardGO, a boom lift safety accessory designed to reinforce operator fall restraint use on telescopic and articulating boom lifts. The system is part of Skyjack’ s ACCESSORYZER line and is intended to help ensure operators attach their safety lanyards before platform controls can be activated.

LanyardGO is hardwired and interlocked into the platform control box. It prevents the operation of the boom lift until a lanyard is connected to a fixed anchor point on the platform. An IP67-rated proximity sensor installed over the anchor point detects whether the lanyard is attached. LED indicators on both the control box and sensor provide visual confirmation from the platform and ground level, signaling whether the machine is ready for operation.

Once the lanyard is properly attached, machine functionality is restored and normal operation resumes. The system is compatible with both steel and aluminum lanyards.

According to Skyjack, LanyardGO is available as either a factory-installed option or an aftermarket kit. It is designed for use on all current Skyjack telescopic and articulating boom lift models, and a field kit version is also available for legacy machines already in service.

Vanair, a Lincoln Electric Company, has introduced its EPEQ IM HVAC system, which is designed to reduce engine idling, lower operating costs and extend fleet vehicle life.

The system is intended to address challenges related to rising vehicle acquisition costs and extended fleet replacement cycles. The EPEQ IM HVAC system automatically

AXCS Equipment has introduced a new online parts portal aimed at improving replacement parts access for mobile elevating work platform( MEWP) owners and fleet operators.

The self-service platform supports both AXCS equipment and legacy Hy-Brid Lifts machines. The company said the portal is designed to provide a faster and more streamlined way for customers to locate compatible parts, place orders and monitor shipments.

The system allows users to search by machine serial number to identify the correct replacement components. Interactive SVG schematics provide visual diagrams of equipment assemblies, allowing users to select individual parts directly from the illustrations.

The platform also includes automatic part supersession functionality, which identifies outdated components and redirects customers to the latest replacement part. Users can view current inventory levels and pricing in real time before placing orders.

Additional capabilities include credit card payments, purchase order processing for approved customers, live freight calculations and shipment tracking. A centralized account dashboard provides access to order history, account settings and billing information.

According to AXCS Equipment, the new portal is intended to improve the ownership and maintenance experience by simplifying parts procurement and reducing delays associated with traditional ordering methods.

manages engine shutdown and restart while maintaining cab temperature to reduce unnecessary engine hours and associated depreciation.

The system integrates with factory heating and air conditioning components rather than relying on separate auxiliary HVAC units. It uses an auxiliary compressor connected to the OEM air conditioning system for cooling and a fuel-fired auxiliary heater for heating. Electrical loads are transferred to the EPEQ battery system when the vehicle is off, while a thermostat monitors cabin conditions and can restart the engine if needed.

Vanair states the design reduces installation connection points by approximately 44 % compared to traditional systems and can reduce installation time by up to 50 %. The system uses plug-and-play OEM-style connectors and is designed to maintain wiring integrity while minimizing failure points.

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