Empire Crane Company has expanded its offering within the New York and northern New Jersey market as an authorized dealer of Magni telescopic handlers.

Empire Crane Company has expanded its offering within the New York and northern New Jersey market as an authorized dealer of Magni telescopic handlers. Empire Crane Company was selected by Magni and Paramount Equipment as the first U.S. dealer of the Magni product line. Paramount Equipment is Magni's exclusive importer and master distributor for the 23 eastern states.

The Magni product line is well known in Europe. It is the next generation of machines and offer increased height, lifting capacity, safety and efficiency. Offering integrated diagnostics, remote control operation, asymmetrical outrigger positioning and R.F.I.D attachment system are some of their various features, according to the company.

Empire Crane has placed an initial order for two rotating units, model RTH 5.25 Smart and RTH 5.35S. The RTH 5.25 Smart has a maximum lifting capacity of 11,020 lbs. (4,998 kg) and maximum lifting height of 81 ft. (24.6 m). The RTH 5.35S has a maximum lifting capacity of 11,000 lbs. (4,989 kg) and a maximum lifting height of 113.10 ft. (34.4 m).

The Magni line will be well-suited for Empire Crane's metro NYC market as well as general contractors and those with projects consisting of bridge, framing or anywhere a telescopic handler is currently utilized. They also are ideal for masonry and concrete work, according to the manufacturer.

Magni offers an extensive line of rotating and fixed boom telehandlers with lift heights up to 128 ft. (39 m). Magni telescopic handlers can take the place of a telescopic forklift, rough terrain crane and man lift along with other functions.

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