When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery, articulating man lifts are the ideal choice. These machines are capable of reaching high areas which are not easily accessed by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The articulating boom lift or cherry picker is hydraulically powered lift which could easily access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel which is located in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom components allow the machine to travel in various directions. Like for example, a boom lift is capable of traveling both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, that only has vertical travel capability. The boom lift could easily reach over large obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Boom lifts are normally 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 utilize boom lifts regularly.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making a wide variety of models. These machinery are sometimes available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machines. Electric Man lifts are utilized mostly on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 various fuel choices. These include gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in tight areas, the minimal tail-swing provides amazing maneuverability.