When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery, articulating man lifts are the ideal option. These machines are capable of reaching elevated areas which are not easily accessed by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
An articulated boom lift or a cherry picker is a hydraulically powered lift which is utilized to reach the hard to access, high areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel that is located in the bucket.
Design
The various parts of the articulated boom enable it to travel in different directions. Like for instance, a boom lift could travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could only travel vertically. 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
Boom lifts are usually used by window fitters and construction crews who require a stable and strong platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Lamppost engineers and tree surgeons as well as firefighters use boom lifts regularly.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers producing a wide variety of models. These machinery are sometimes available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel choices. These include propane and gas duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For applications in congested places, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.