Articulating man lifts are the ideal choice when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These equipment are capable of reaching elevated areas that are not easily accessed by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The cherry picker or articulated boom lift is hydraulically powered lift that could easily access, high places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel that is located in the bucket.
Design
The various parts of the articulated boom allow it to travel in various directions. For instance, a boom lift is capable of traveling both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, which could 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
Window fitters and construction crews 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 frequently use boom lifts.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide various models for boom lifts. These machinery are also offered for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 various fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and propane and gas duel fuel options. For use in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.