Dan McInerney came across an intriguing article about the world's tallest firefighting aerial device: Imagine standing in an open-air basket 367 feet above the ground. While hot air ballooning might be one reason, you could also be up there on a Bronto S-112 HLA, fixing damage on the roof of the world’s most iconic cathedral. GIZMODO.com photo The Bronto S-112 HLA is not just tall—it’s the tallest aerial platform in the world. Designed by Finnish manufacturer Bronto, this High Level Articulated unit holds the record for the highest-reaching basket lift. But it doesn’t just go straight up. With its optimized height-to-weight ratio and high tensile steel boom, it can bend at a 90° angle, reaching 290 feet (about 26 stories), and extend out to a working radius of 82 feet—roughly the length of three Minke Whales or two school buses. This makes it ideal for accessing hard-to-reach areas like the underside of wind turbine blades. To support such extreme heights, the S-112 HLA is mounted on a powerful Mercedes-Benz 76.60 9-axle truck chassis with five steered and four driven axles. The entire unit weighs a hefty 75,000 kg (about 82 tons)—equivalent to two Doosan Moxy dump trucks. It also features an automatic leveling system that stabilizes the machine in under a minute, and a Telecontrol system with an interactive display for real-time control. Here’s the S-112 HLA in action at the Inter-2010 exhibition in Leipzig: According to Bronto: Bronto Skylift’s High Level Articulated range offers the ultimate in high-rise rescue and fire-fighting capabilities. It’s an ideal choice for urban fire departments. With superior vertical and horizontal reach at all heights, fast and safe operations, and integrated corrosion-resistant waterways, the HLA range stands out. Built on a standard truck chassis, it remains flexible and compact, allowing access to emergency sites via regular roads. Its autojacking function stabilizes the unit in just 40 seconds, enabling rescue operations from the height of 33 floors. Currently, the range covers working heights from 81 to 112 meters. Download the brochure Whether it's for rescue missions or maintenance work, the Bronto S-112 HLA proves that when it comes to reaching the sky, size really does matter. As bicycles become more and more popular, their construction and accessories are becoming better known. Some of the Bike parts require regular maintenance or replacement, such as the chain and brake panels. Proper chain tension is essential for efficient power transfer from the pedals to the rear wheel. If the chain is too loose, it can lead to slippage and loss of power. If it is too tight, it will cause unnecessary friction and wear on the chain and bike freewheel. The chain tensioner is a key component in maintaining the correct tension in your bike's chain. It ensures that the chain runs smoothly and does not slip or jump off the sprocket. And the bottom bracket is the central component that holds the crankset (the pedals and gears) in place and allows it to rotate. A well-functioning bottom bracket is vital for a smooth and efficient ride. If the bottom bracket is worn or damaged, even rainy riding causes seepage, it can cause friction, creaking noises, and even prevent the crankset from rotating properly. So it's important to check the bike status in time to ensure safe riding. We have almost all the parts for the whole bike, the bike stem in alloy, the seat post in multi-size and so on. bicycle parts,bike chain,chain tensioner,bottom bracket,BMX MID BB Suzhou Jingqiyao Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. , https://www.polsobike.com
