Fessenmyer spent months researching several machines and contacted a local dealer, American Equipment Services (AES) in Sabina, Ohio, to learn more about the equipment JCB has to offer. AES arranged a factory tour for Fessenmyer at JCB’s North American headquarters in Savannah, GA, where he became interested in the JCB Teleskid—the first skid steer and compact track loader with a telescopic boom.
The Teleskid’s unique design allows users to lift above 13 feet, reach forward 8 feet and dig 3 feet below grade – tasks that other skid steers or compact track loaders simply can’t accomplish. The Teleskid’s bucket-positioning leveling system is active when the boom is raised or lowered, making it easier to keep gravel, mulch, dirt and other materials in the bucket. Additionally, Teleskid combines the advantages of vertical lift (greater lift capacity and lift height) with those of radial lift (improved excavating and grading) into a single machine.
As soon as he tested the JCB Teleskid compact track loader, he was sold. Originally drawn to the machine for its side-entry capabilities, he quickly recognized the many additional benefits as well—including ease of operation, durability, comfort and versatility.
The machine has now become the heart of Fessenmyer’s new business, allowing him to offer a wide variety of services to Northeast Ohio. From hauling lumber or trees to digging, moving rocks and dirt, putting in culverts, or building a pond, there is little Fessenmyer can’t do with his new JCB Teleskid.