Articulating man lifts are the ideal option when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These equipment are capable of reaching high areas that are not accessed easily 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 that is used 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 different components of the articulated boom allow it to travel in various directions. Like 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 huge obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by 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 on a regular basis.
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 equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel options. These include propane and gas duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in tight places, the minimal tail-swing provides amazing maneuverability.