When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment, articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative. These machinery can reach elevated 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, elevated 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. 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 is able to 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 strong and stable 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 regularly.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers offer a variety of models for boom lifts. These machinery are also available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel alternatives. These include diesel fuel and propane and gas duel fuel options. For applications in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.