Articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These equipment could reach elevated places which are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The cherry picker or articulated boom lift is hydraulically powered lift that could easily access, elevated places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel which is located in the bucket.
Design
The various components of the articulated boom allow it to travel in different 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 could easily reach over big obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is supported by and attached to a grounded vehicle.
Use
Boom lifts are often used by construction crews and window fitters who require a strong and stable platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters use boom lifts frequently.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers producing various models. These machines are sometimes offered for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machines. Electric Man lifts are used mainly on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 various fuel alternatives. These include gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For applications in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.