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 places which are not accessed easily by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift which is used to reach the difficult to access, high areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel which is situated in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom components allow the equipment to travel in various directions. For instance, a boom lift is capable of traveling both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could just travel vertically. The boom lift could easily reach over big obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Construction crews and window fitters utilize boom lifts for is strong and stable platform on which to stand when working on the outsides of buildings. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters utilize boom lifts frequently.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making different models. These machines are sometimes offered for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are used mainly on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and gas and propane duel fuel options. For applications in tight places, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.