Articulating man lifts are the ideal option when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These machines could reach high areas which are not easily accessed 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 could easily access, elevated places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel which is situated in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts allow the equipment to travel in different directions. For instance, a boom lift can travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that can 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 attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Construction crews and window fitters 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 use boom lifts on a regular basis.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers offer a variety of models for boom lifts. These equipment are additionally offered for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are mainly utilized on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and gas and propane duel fuel options. For use in tight areas, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.