Forestry Applications

Robust and reliable haulage solutions

Sidelifters lift productivity and reduce personnel downtime

Forestry operators around the world turn to STEELBRO Sidelifters for robust and reliable haulage solutions. Sidelifters are particularly sought after in forestry for their ability to lift logging platforms and cages. By eliminating the need to leave a loaded truck and trailer at the depot, Sidelifters lift productivity and reduce personnel downtime. In an industry faced with tight margins, strict safety protocols and challenging terrain, Sidelifters are a natural go-to thanks to their exceptional durabity, efficiency, versatility and safety performance.

Features

  • Ideal for rugged terrain with little infrastructure – a Sidelifter can work wherever a truck can get to.
  • Logging platform/cage carrying capacity means full cages can be left at the depot – not the truck and trailer.
  • Intermodal capability means cages can be loaded onto other vehicles or rail wagons without the need for extra equipment.
  • Container loading and unloading can take place on the ground, reducing risk of injury.
  • Available in a range of specifications, to suit any site or haulage requirement.
  • Built tough, Sidelifters require minimal maintenance keeping them on the job longer.

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Case Studies

Steelbro's New Next Generation SB363 Sidelifter

Steelbro’s New Next Generation SB363 Sidelifter

Read about Perth based Goldstar Transport who recently received the delivery of Steelbro’s new Next Gen sidelifters in an article publish on ATN – Steelbro’s New Next Generation SB363 Sidelifter

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Steelbro's Latest Malaysia Sidelifter Offers the Best of Both Worlds

Steelbro’s Latest Malaysia Sidelifter Offers the Best of Both Worlds

Steelbro is excited to introduce the SB362 sidelifter to the Malaysian market. This new model customised for Malaysia, gives transport operators a new option in sidelifter technology. Operators wishing to transport and deliver lighter loads more economically may find this new model becomes their first choice. Simply put, the design seamlessly combines the very best […]

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Steelbro Keeping a Keen Eye on Safety

Steelbro Keeping a Keen Eye on Safety

As more and more Malaysian operators place safety high on their priorities, Steelbro works hard to make their sidelifter one of the safest units on the market. Designers at Steelbro are constantly improving their rugged SB450 sidelifter without compromising on ‘safety’ which continues to be their number one focus. Throughout the design process, a constant […]

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