Pierce MFG. has introduced a new line of Ascendant aerials that includes a platform aerial, a tiller, and a tandem axle unit rounding out the line of aerials that was first introduced as a single-axle 107-foot unit introduced in 2015. Pierce’s new Ascendant platform aerial has a reach of 110-feet.
The Ascendant line aerials use a new weight optimizing design structure that places weight and mass only where required. It also uses 100,000 PSI steel to create a lightweight, yet strong aerial.
“Each configuration takes full advantage of the optimized ladder design and the weight savings we’ve been able to achieve,” said Lisa Barwick, Pierce Manufacturing director of business development and aerial products. “For example, a tandem rear axle configuration is over 7,000 pounds lighter, and now satisfies the requirements of weight-restrictive states on the West Coast. Plus, everyone will benefit due to its shorter stopping distances, lower cost of ownership, and enhanced overall vehicle performance.”
All of the Ascendant aerials have tip load capacities of 750 pounds dry and 500 pounds wet with an additional 100 pound allowance for equipment and a 1,500-gpm flow. Other features include a e-coated torque box and stabilizers and an operational range from minus 10 degrees to 77 degrees.
