When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery, articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative. These machinery can reach elevated areas which are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The cherry picker or articulated boom lift is hydraulically powered lift that can easily access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel that is situated in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom components enable the machine to travel in various directions. Like for example, a boom lift can travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could just travel vertically. The boom lift can easily reach over large obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is supported by and attached to a grounded vehicle.
Use
Boom lifts are often utilized by construction crews and window fitters who need a strong and stable platform on which to stand when completing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters use boom lifts frequently.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers producing different models. These equipment are sometimes available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are used mostly on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 various fuel options. These include diesel fuel and gas and propane duel fuel options. For use in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.