Articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These machinery can reach high areas that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The articulating boom lift or cherry picker is hydraulically powered lift that can easily access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel which is situated in the bucket.
Design
The various components of the articulated boom allow it to travel in various directions. For example, a boom lift could travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, which can just travel vertically. The boom lift could easily reach over big obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Boom lifts are usually used by construction crews and window fitters who require a stable and strong platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters frequently use boom lifts.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide a variety of models for boom lifts. These machines are additionally available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are used mainly on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design provides 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 provides incredible maneuverability.