When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment, articulating man lifts are the ideal option. These equipment are capable of reaching high places that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The articulating boom lift or cherry picker is hydraulically powered lift that can easily access, high areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel which is situated in the bucket.
Design
The different parts of the articulated boom allow it 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 could only travel vertically. The boom lift is able to 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 need a strong and stable platform on which to stand when completing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters frequently use boom lifts.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers producing various models. These machinery are sometimes available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machines. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and gas and propane duel fuel options. For applications in tight places, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.