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Federservizi Palazzani Spider Cranes Expand Rental Capabilities in Italy

Italian rental company Federservizi has added two Palazzani spider lifts, the TZJ180 and XTJ32, enhancing its fleet for complex and uneven terrain applications.

30-Second Takeaway Italian rental company Federservizi has strengthened its aerial platform fleet with two new Palazzani spider cranes, the TZJ180 (18 metre) and XTJ32 (32 metre). Designed for challenging terrain and uneven job sites, both models deliver strong working height, outreach, and compact dimensions. The investment reflects Federservizi’s continued focus on performance-driven equipment suited to the mountainous regions of northern Italy. Federservizi Palazzani Spider Lifts Strengthen Fleet for Challenging Terrain Italian rental company Federservizi has taken delivery of two new Palazzani spider cranes, further enhancing its capabilities in aerial work platform rental and access solutions. The additions include the 18 metre TZJ180 and the 32 metre XTJ32, arriving a decade after the company first invested in Palazzani equipment at the Saie Bologna trade fair in 2016. Palazzani TZJ180 Delivers Compact Performance The Palazzani TZJ180, launched at Bauma last year, offers an 18 metre working height with 8.2 metres of outreach at an up-and-over height of eight metres, while maintaining an unrestricted platform capacity of 230kg. Key specifications include: Stowed width of 775mm, extending to 955mm on site Overall length of 5.28 metres Total weight of 2,500kg Outrigger spread of three metres Its compact dimensions make it ideal for confined job sites and restricted access environments. Palazzani XTJ32 Provides Extended Reach and Versatility The Palazzani XTJ32 delivers higher capacity and reach, with a 32 metre working height and 14.5 metres of outreach at an up-and-over height of 24.5 metres with a 120kg basket load. Additional capabilities include: Maximum platform capacity of 330kg at up to 12 metres outreach Stowed width of 1.1 metres, extending to 1.4 metres Overall length of 6.9 metres Total weight of 5,940kg This model is designed for more demanding applications requiring extended reach and higher load capacity. Designed for Mountainous and Uneven Job Sites Federservizi general manager Martina Tomasi said: “As a rental company, the XTJ 32 and TZJ 180 are practical models for the types of work carried out by our customers. Being located in Trentino-Alto Adige, our customers typically face sites with uneven ground and significant slopes, so in terms of working height and performance, they are ideal for their needs.” Strengthening Collaboration with Palazzani Paola Palazzani added: “We are proud to strengthen our collaboration with Federservizi, a dynamic company focused on service quality. The choice of the TZJ180 and XTJ32 models confirms our range’s ability to meet the real needs of the professional rental sector, even in the most complex environments.” About Federservizi Federservizi is an Italian rental company founded in 2001 by Lino Tomasi and Franca Giaier, and is based in Bolzano in the South Tyrol region, near the Austrian border. Originally starting with just three mini excavators, the company has grown significantly and since 2006 has focused primarily on aerial work platforms, while also operating telehandlers, forklifts, and excavators. Its fleet includes spider cranes, truck-mounted platforms, scissor lifts, boom lifts, mast booms, and both fixed and 360-degree telehandlers, enabling it to serve a wide range of industries across challenging terrain. Website: https://www.federservizi.it/ Frequently Asked Questions What spider lifts did Federservizi acquire? Federservizi added the Palazzani TZJ180 (18 metre) and XTJ32 (32 metre) spider lifts. What is the working height of the Palazzani TZJ180? The TZJ180 offers an 18 metre working height with compact dimensions for restricted access. What are the key capabilities of the Palazzani XTJ32? It provides a 32 metre working height, up to 14.5 metres outreach, and a maximum capacity of 330kg. Why are these lifts suitable for Federservizi’s market? They are designed for uneven terrain and sloped job sites, common in northern Italy’s mountainous regions. Where is Federservizi based? The company is headquartered in Bolzano, South Tyrol, Italy, near the Austrian border.

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