When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery, articulating man lifts are the perfect choice. These machinery could reach high areas that are not easily accessed by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift that is used to reach the hard to access, elevated 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 components of the articulated boom enable it to travel in different directions. For example, a boom lift is capable of traveling both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, which could only travel vertically. The boom lift could 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 usually used by window fitters and construction crews who need a strong and stable platform on which to stand when doing work on the outside of a building. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters regularly use boom lifts.
Availability
For boom lifts, there are specialty lift manufacturers making various models. These equipment are sometimes offered for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are mainly used on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design offers 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 applications in tight places, the minimal tail-swing provides amazing maneuverability.