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GVF Orbit Lift

We went back to the drawing board to provide you with 

this new and improved lift that exceeds industry standards.

Gillison's Orbit Lifts are available in four sizes: 12', 16', 20' & 25'. They are specially engineered for maneuverability, durability and safety for all agricultural jobs. In the orchard, you can do the work of several men in less time. Pruning, thinning or picking is easier and faster then ever before. 

New highway towing capabilities with everything you need located on the lift. Just hook up and go. 

Job Tested Features Include:

Kubota 3 cylinder diesel engine with:

        Hour meter, Amp meter, Temp.Gauge, Oil Pressure Gauge, 

        Glow Plug Indicator Light, Safety Shut Downs (temp & oil) & Optional Tachometer. 

Two Individual 31-15.50-15 wheel drives for greater maneuverability in any position.

Largest operator's platform in the industry ergonomically designed specifically for         orchards.

Full enclosure that protects the operator from debris.

Easy access - large 24" wide door opening.

Top perimeter features durable & comfortable padding.

Option of moving the controls to either side of the operator's platform.

Single hand joystick for true proportional drive control in any direction.

Pruner/Saw selector & emergency stop located next to joystick for one hand operation.

2-speed electric over hydraulic throttle control.

Tool rack for pruner and saw with quick disconnects.

Special pivoting wheel on the rear of the machine is key to maneuverability.

Large 15 gallon external fuel tank for increased operation time before refueling.

Rugged chassis design built for durability and stability. 

Heavy duty boom & leveling arm with:

        Only 3 hoses running to platform.

        Hoses are plumbed through steel tubing.

        These features eliminate wear of hoses.

Towing is easily accomplished by high-way speed disconnect hubs.

Tow tongue is carried on machine at all times.

Safety

It is Gillison's Number one priority to provide a safe orbit lift. In order to do that we have followed the expectations of ANSI A92.5. This standard has forced us to look at every design aspect of our orbit lift providing our customers with a superior product.

2 - speed operation with high only achieved with operator's platform fully lowered.

An enable switch that must be stepped on for directional controls to be operational in order to protect against unintended movement.

Lift over-ride functions located at the engine controls.

Weather proof owner's manual storage container located on chassis.