Articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These machines could reach elevated places that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift which is used to reach the difficult to access, elevated places above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the driver from a panel that is located in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts enable the machinery 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 only has vertical travel capability. The boom lift is able to easily reach over huge obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is attached to and supported by a grounded vehicle.
Use
Window fitters and construction crews 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 frequently use boom lifts.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers offer different models for boom lifts. These machines are also available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly utilized on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel options. These include gas and propane duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For use in congested places, the minimal tail-swing provides amazing maneuverability.