--- title: Thermo-Lay's New Hook-Lift Asphalt Patcher Enhances Crew Flexibility. description: With Thermo-Lay's new hook-lift unit, road crews can deploy asphalt patching capability on a part-time or seasonal basis—and avoid chassis procurement. image: https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/hubfs/featured_image.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/new-hook-lift-asphalt-patcher-enhances-crew-flexibility#main-content) [![Thermo-Lay](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/hs-fs/hubfs/thermolay_logo.png?width=480&height=300&name=thermolay_logo.png)](https://www.thermo-lay.com/) - [Home](https://thermo-lay.com/) - [Products](https://thermo-lay.com/products/) - [Blog](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog) - [About](https://thermo-lay.com/about/) - [Contact](https://thermo-lay.com/contact/) - [Downloads](https://thermo-lay.com/downloads/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://thermo-lay.com/) - [Products](https://thermo-lay.com/products/) - [Blog](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog) - [About](https://thermo-lay.com/about/) - [Contact](https://thermo-lay.com/contact/) - [Downloads](https://thermo-lay.com/downloads/) May 29, 2024 8:42:25 AM # Thermo-Lay's New Hook-Lift Asphalt Patcher Enhances Crew Flexibility. [Thermo-Lay Technical Staff](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/author/thermo-lay-technical-staff) Share: [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/new-hook-lift-asphalt-patcher-enhances-crew-flexibility) [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/new-hook-lift-asphalt-patcher-enhances-crew-flexibility) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/new-hook-lift-asphalt-patcher-enhances-crew-flexibility) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/blog/new-hook-lift-asphalt-patcher-enhances-crew-flexibility) ![placed_image](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/hs-fs/hubfs/placed_image.jpg?width=480&height=333&name=placed_image.jpg)A hook-lift truck offers today's fleet manager unmatched versatility. With a hook lift installed, a single truck chassis can be equipped with various attachments to perform a range of tasks—saving the capital cost and overhead of acquiring and maintaining several purpose-built trucks. For road crews, a hook-lift asphalt patching machine is the ideal solution when road repair is done on a part-time or seasonal basis.  To answer this growing market need, Thermo-Lay is pleased to announce its new hook-lift asphalt patch machine. The unit is designed to deliver Thermo-Lay's full range of safety, productivity, and reliability features—but with added flexibility: - **Reduce expense and wait times.** By using an existing hook-lift truck, buyers can avoid the cost and delay of procuring a dedicated truck chassis. The Thermo-Lay unit's design can be adapted to any hook-lift style and A frame dimensions. Units are typically delivered in 60-90 days. - **Stay productive.** When not repairing asphalt, owners can swap in other attachments like a dump body, flatbed, or tanker to get essential work done. - **Simplify ownership.** A single hook-lift truck with multiple attachments requires just one: - CDL driver - Insurance policy - Vehicle registration - FET (federal excise tax levied on non-government entities) Thermo-Lay hook-lift machines are self-contained—an onboard hydraulic power unit means you never have to worry about truck compatibility. Models with 4.25 and 6.25 cubic yard capacities are available. Like other Thermo-Lay asphalt repair machines (trucks, trailers, and slide-ins), the hook-lift unit sets a new performance standard: - *Dependable Material Feed:* Multi-speed HD-steel auger with anti-bridge bar and auto-drawback prevent asphalt blockages and clogs. - *Even Heating:* Propane-fired radiant oil heating, plus electric overnight heat, ensures asphalt temperature remains consistent. - *Complete Discharge:* Release agent spray bar prevents asphalt from sticking to hopper surfaces. - *Extra Safety:* Operators are protected by multiple E-stops, safety interlocks, telescoping arrow board, and flashers. - *Total Versatility:* For convenience and productivity, the tailgate grants access to tack gun, weed burner, cleaning wand, jackhammer, compactor, hand tools, and water connection. For 48 years, American-made Thermo-Lay asphalt patching equipment has delivered unrivalled safety, capability, and ease of use. With more than 560 units shipped to customers across North America, Thermo-Lay has earned a reputation for reliability and low cost-of-ownership. All Thermo-Lay machines are custom-built at our Idaho headquarters by a team with decades of experience in road infrastructure maintenance and repair. Want to experience the benefits of Thermo-Lay's hook-lift asphalt patch machine firsthand? Request a demo or sales consultation today: [Take the Next Step](https://inbound.thermo-lay.com/thermo-lay-asphalt-patcher-trucks-get-a-demo)   Other options: [Send an email](mailto:jmccoy@thermo-lay.com) or call (406) 259-9525.   Want to learn more about Thermo-Lay products, which include asphalt patch trucks (CDL and non-CDL), trailers, slide-ins, and hook lifts? [Visit our website.](https://thermo-lay.com/)  Want to keep up on the latest new about asphalt patching? 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