Forestry and timber businesses were the first to see the benefits of sideloader use. In many timber producing regions of Europe, ‘Baumann’ and ‘sideloader’ are inter-changeable.
In timber environments, space is tight, loads are long, and efficiency matters. A Baumann Sideloaders is purpose-built to handle timber safely and precisely, transporting long materials sideways through narrow aisles while maintaining full control of every lift. The result is faster handling, better space utilisation, and reduced risk across your operation.
Direct pick-and-carry movement removes the need for repositioning, speeding up loading, unloading, and internal transport.
Heavy-duty chassis, mast, and platform design are engineered specifically for demanding timber environments and outdoor use.
Sideways travel allows you to work in much narrower aisles, maximising yard and warehouse storage capacity.
Timber packs, beams, and boards stay stable and supported along their full length, reducing damage and improving handling confidence.
Loads remain within the truck’s footprint, improving visibility and lowering the risk of collisions or dropped materials.
There was a time when every sideloader was powered by diesel, but today’s timber businesses are seen as important custodians of the environment and are looking to reduce their carbon tyreprints.