When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment, articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative. These machines can reach elevated places which are not easily accessed by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift which is utilized to reach the difficult to access, elevated places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel which is located in the bucket.
Design
The various parts of the articulated boom enable it to travel in different directions. For instance, a boom lift can travel both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, which only has vertical travel capability. 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
Window fitters and construction crews use boom lifts for is stable and strong platform on which to stand when working on the outsides of buildings. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters utilize boom lifts regularly.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making various models. These machinery are sometimes offered for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machines. Electric Man lifts are mostly utilized 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 gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For applications in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.