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TLC Helilift
 

The flexibility and versatility of the TLC Helilift, designed and manufactured by TLC Handling Ltd, resents helicopter operators with much more choice. In particular the choice to quickly and easily transport the helicopter in and out of the hangar, as and when necessary, eliminating the need to leave it outside to the mercy of the elements. Unlike other ground-handling systems that can take too long to attach and detach, and/or, require too many people to operate them, the TLC Helilift offers fast hitch/unhitch and requires only one operator. The resulting benefit is a reduction in the helicopter’s annual maintenance costs.

The advantages of the helicopter as an integral, if not vital part of organisations such as the police and other emergency services has been recognised worldwide, and airborne policing has become a proven and successful aspect of law enforcement. Response times are crucial to the success of these operations, and an increasing number of these vital organisations are finding that the TLC Helilift serves only to enhance their role and that of the helicopter.
 
TLC Helilift Capabilities - Skid Mounted Helicopters
Eurocopter Range Bell Range Robinson Range McDonnell Douglas Range
EC 120 Bell Long Ranger Robinson R44 MD500 (Hughes 500)
EC 135 Bell 206 Jet Ranger* Robinson R22* MD520
Eurocopter SA 341 Gazelle Bell 407   MD600
Eurocopter AS350 /AS355 Ecureuil /Squirrel - Single & Twin Squirrel Bell 212**   MD900 Series
Eurocopter BO 105 Bell 412**    
Eurocopter /Kawasaki BK 117 Bell 430    
  Bell 47 G    
* Will need attachment to handle this model.
** Bell 412 /212 lifting attachment required.
TLC Helilift Technical
Why choose the TLC Helilift?

TLC Helilift

  • Single person operation
  • Universal across many models of skid mounted helicopters
  • Equipped with impressive safety features to protect both operator and helicopter
  • Operates in confined spaces and over gradients
  • Durable, reliable, versatile
  • No reconfiguration required between most helicopters
 
Gives you:
  • Improved employee morale and reduces employee lost time through injuries suffered during ground handling
  • Reduction in damage caused by ground-handling
  • Reduction in time spent on ground-handling
  • Reduction in helicopter maintenance costs
  • Maximum control with minimum effort
TLC Helilift
 
General Product Specifications

Electrics

Battery /Auxiliary Power Unit

Type
Capacity
Voltage
Cells
Duration
Recovery

Lead Acid - 2PZS220 or 2CAP220
220 Ah
28 V
14
8 hrs approx. fully charged
9 - 13 hrs at 80% discharge depending on amperage of charger supplied

Drive Motor

Type DC - Series Wound or Separately Excited
Pump Motor Type 24v DC gear
Lights Type 24v /75w
Beacon Lights Type Flashing Amber 24v /75w range voltage
Audible Alarm Type 12 - 48v DC
Horn Type 24v High Time
Battery Discharge Indicator Type 28v LED or dashboard display
Auxiliary Power Cable Type 7m Nato plug compatible
Battery Charger Voltage
Capacity
28v
25 - 40 amps depending upon charger supplied

Hydraulics

Pressure Type 300 bar
Hand Pump Type double acting
Cylinders Type double acting
Hydraulic Oil Type 32 grade highly refined mineral - no hazardous components

Transmission & Brake

Gearbox Type bevel geared
Transmission Oil Type EP80W/90 highly refined mineral - no hazardous components
Brakes Type electromagnetic

Wheels

Drive Type 3 piece pneumatic 4.33x8 - 80psi
Main Lift Type
Capacity
12" rubber/steel or 12" poly/steel
2000kg per wheel or 4000kg per wheel x4 C/W bearing

Clamps

Clamps Type hydraulically operated with mechanical safety lock

Main Frame

Chassis Type fabricated mild steel

Lubrication

Grease Type EP2 lithium based heavy duty grease - with anti-wear agent

Performance

Speed Maximum 0 - 4.5km/h laden/unladen on level ground with fully charged battery

Safe Work Load

Maximum 4,000 or 5,000kg depending upon configuration
Lifting Height Maximum 300mm

Dimensions

Unladen Weight Minimum 1,470 to 1,746kg depending upon configuration
Overall Size (to farthest point) Open
Closed
4.36m W x 5.7m L x 1.4m H
2.95m W x 5.7m L x 1.4m H

Operating Conditions

Temperature Ambient -10 to +40° C
Wind Speed Maximum 50kts with max side wind component of 30kts
Gradient Maximum 4% or 1 in 25 in dry weather conditions
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Designation Not intended for use in an area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, as defined by ATEX 137/99/92/EC directive. Modifications to meet such requirements will be quoted upon request.

Helicopters Handled

Generally excluding skid mounted floats & any other skid mounted equipment Range Please see TLC Helilift Home for list of helicopters TLC is capable of handling.

Declaration of Conformity

Conformity with Regulation The supply of Machinery (Safety) (amended) Regulations 1994 & Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 1992
Conformity using Harmonised standards

BS EN 292 - Safety of Machinery - Basic Concepts, Principles of Design
BS EN 1175-1 - Safety of Machinery - Electrical equipment for battery powered trucks
BS EN 982 - Safety of Machinery - Safety requirements for fluid power systems & components - Hydraulics
BS EN 1757-2 - Safety of Industrial Trucks - pedestrian propelled trucks - with a lift height up to 300mm.

TLC Handling are constantly striving to improve performance and safety, therefore specifications may change at short notice. An Action Aviation representative can certainly provide you the most up-to-date information as published by TLC Handling.
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