Articulating man lifts are the perfect choice when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These machines can reach elevated areas that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The articulating boom lift or cherry picker is hydraulically powered lift which can easily access, elevated areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel which is located in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts enable the machinery to travel in various directions. For instance, a boom lift could travel both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could just travel vertically. The boom lift can 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 need a strong and stable platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Lamppost engineers and tree surgeons as well as firefighters use boom lifts on a regular basis.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making various models. These machinery are sometimes offered for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are used mainly on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 different fuel choices. These include propane and gas duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in congested places, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.