The Benefits of a Man Lift
For areas that are too high to reach by any other ways, man lifts provide a safe and easy way to fix problems. These are mechanical lifts which allow workers to safely reach an elevated work place. Normally, man lifts are used by service and construction employees to complete work on buildings, light poles and other areas which are very up high to reach by other ways.
Safety
The major factor when operating a man lift is of course taking safety into account. Ladders are not a practical option for great heights and therefore man lifts are the best choice for these places. Most of these machinery are equipped with safety rails and emergency shut-off switches to make worker safety a top priority.
Range
Man lifts are able to reach heights which other equipment is unable to. Initially used to pick fruit, the machinery has evolved to conquer many applications. Like for instance, they are usually used to do finishing work in the construction industry and changing light bulbs. Usually, man lifts could reach heights of 20 to 100 feet.
Some man lift models are small enough to be brought inside to be able to raise workers to complete finishing structures in areas such as big office buildings, sports arenas and hotels. They can be powered with electricity. This eliminates the noxious fumes and the hazards associated with them.
Engine-Powered Boom Lifts
An engine-powered boom lift is the answer for personnel who need to reach heights both quickly and efficiently. The boom lift allows for a much mobility, capable of moving in numerous directions. Boom lifts could easily fit between narrow spaces as well. Each and every "joint" in the boom lift is controlled to adjust to various heights in order to position the worker precisely where he or she should be in order to get the job done. The engine power system is what enables boom lifts to reach their full elevation in not a lot of time. Firefighters usually use engine powered boom lifts when they need to rapidly ascend to heights during a rescue mission.