Articulating man lifts are the ideal option when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These machines are capable of reaching elevated areas which are not accessed easily by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The articulating boom lift or cherry picker is hydraulically powered lift which could easily access, elevated areas 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 enable the machine to travel in various directions. Like for instance, a boom lift is capable of traveling both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that only has vertical travel capability. The boom lift could easily reach over huge 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 stable and strong platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters utilize boom lifts on a regular basis.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making various models. These machinery are sometimes available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are mainly utilized on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel options. These include gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in tight areas, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.