The Benefits of Using a Man Lift
Man lifts provide a safe and easy method to fix problems at places which are very high to reach by other means. Mechanical lifts enable employees to lift safely to a high work location. Normally, man lifts are used by construction and service employees to complete work on buildings, light poles and other places that are very up high to reach by other methods.
Safety
The main factor when using a man lift is of course taking safety into account. Ladders are not a practical choice for extreme heights and thus man lifts are the perfect alternative for these areas. Most of these machinery are outfitted with emergency shut-off switches and safety rails to make worker safety a top priority.
Range
Man lifts could reach heights which other machine is unable to. Originally used to pick fruit, the equipment has evolved to conquer multiple applications. For instance, they are commonly utilized for changing light bulbs and to do finishing work in the construction business. Usually, man lifts could reach heights of 20 to 100 feet.
There are smaller man lifts that can operate indoors to perform jobs in places such as big office buildings, hotels and sports arenas. They could be powered with electricity. This eliminates the noxious fumes and the hazards associated with them.
Engine-Powered Boom Lifts
If personnel have to be transported to their height destination quickly and efficiently, an engine-powered boom lift is the answer. Boom lifts offer a wide range of mobility. These equipment could also be moved in various directions. Boom lifts could easily fit between narrow spaces as well. Every "joint" in the boom lift is controlled to adjust to different heights in order to place 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 make use of engine powered boom lifts when there are on a rescue mission and have to rapidly ascend to heights.