Articulating man lifts are the perfect choice when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These machinery are capable of reaching high positions which are not easily accessed by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
An articulated boom lift or a cherry picker is a hydraulically powered lift that is utilized to reach the difficult to access, elevated areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel that is situated in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts allow the equipment to travel in different directions. Like for example, a boom lift could travel both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could just travel vertically. The boom lift could easily reach over big obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Construction crews and window fitters utilize 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 utilize boom lifts on a regular basis.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide different models for boom lifts. These equipment are also available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly utilized on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel options. These include diesel fuel and gas and propane duel fuel options. For use in tight areas, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.