Articulating man lifts are the ideal alternative when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These equipment are capable of reaching high positions that are not accessed easily by a telescopic or straight boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
The cherry picker or articulated boom lift is hydraulically powered lift that could easily access, elevated areas above ground level. An articulated boom lift is controlled by the operator from a panel that is located in the bucket.
Design
The various parts of the articulated boom enable it to travel in various directions. For example, a boom lift is capable of traveling both horizontally and vertically, as opposed to a scissor lift, that could only travel vertically. The boom lift could easily reach over huge obstacles by being able to travel in opposing directions. This boom is supported by and attached to a grounded vehicle.
Use
Window fitters and construction crews use boom lifts for is strong and stable platform on which to stand when working on the outsides of buildings. Tree surgeons and lamppost engineers as well as firefighters use boom lifts regularly.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide a variety of models for boom lifts. These machines are also available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design offers easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts provide 2 different fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and propane and gas duel fuel options. For use in tight places, the minimal tail-swing provides amazing maneuverability.