Articulating man lifts are the perfect option when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These equipment could reach high positions that are not easily accessed by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift that is used to reach the difficult to access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel that is situated in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts enable the machinery to travel in different directions. For instance, a boom lift could travel both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, which can only travel vertically. The boom lift can 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 often utilized by window fitters and construction crews who need a stable and strong platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Lamppost engineers and tree surgeons as well as firefighters utilize boom lifts regularly.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making different models. These equipment are sometimes offered for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are utilized mostly 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 propane and gas duel fuel options. For use in tight places, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.