Articulating man lifts are the perfect choice when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, equipment and machinery. These machines are capable of reaching elevated areas that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
A cherry picker or an articulated boom lift is a hydraulically powered lift which 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 which is located in the bucket.
Design
The articulated boom parts allow the equipment to travel in various directions. For instance, a boom lift is capable of traveling both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that can only travel vertically. The boom lift is able to 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 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 regularly use boom lifts.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide different models for boom lifts. These machinery are additionally offered for short-term use from companies who rent industrial equipment. Electric Man lifts are mostly used on indoor applications and slab. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight areas. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel choices. These include diesel fuel and propane and gas duel fuel options. For use in congested places, the minimal tail-swing offers incredible maneuverability.