When reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery, articulating man lifts are the perfect choice. These machines are capable of reaching high places that are not accessed easily by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Exactly Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
An articulated boom lift or a cherry picker is a hydraulically powered lift which is used to reach the hard to access, elevated areas 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 components enable the equipment to travel in various directions. Like for example, a boom lift could travel both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, which can just travel vertically. The boom lift could 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
Construction crews and window fitters use 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 frequently.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide different models for boom lifts. These machines are also available for short-term use from businesses who rent industrial machines. Electric Man lifts are used mostly on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel alternatives. These include propane and gas duel fuel options and diesel fuel. For applications in congested areas, the minimal tail-swing offers amazing maneuverability.