When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment, articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative. These machines can reach high areas which are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift that is utilized to reach the hard to access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel that is located in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom components allow the equipment to travel in various directions. Like for example, a boom lift could travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, which could only travel vertically. The boom lift could 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 utilize 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 on a regular basis.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide different models for boom lifts. These machinery are also available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are utilized mainly on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 different fuel alternatives. These include gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.