Articulating man lifts are the ideal choice when reaching up and overtop of obstacles mounted on floors, machinery and equipment. These machinery are capable of reaching high positions that are not accessed easily by a straight or telescopic boom lift.
What Precisely Is an Articulated Boom Lift?
An articulated boom lift or a cherry picker is a hydraulically powered lift that is used to reach the difficult to access, high 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 parts enable the machine to travel in different directions. For example, a boom lift is capable of traveling both vertically and horizontally, as opposed to a scissor lift, that 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 supported by and attached to 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 regularly use boom lifts.
Availability
Specialty lift manufacturers provide different models for boom lifts. These machines are also available for short-term use from companies who rent industrial machinery. Electric Man lifts are utilized mostly on slab and indoor applications. Their narrow chassis design provides easy access in tight places. The Engine-Drive Man lifts offer 2 various fuel alternatives. These include diesel fuel and propane and gas duel fuel options. For applications in congested places, the minimal tail-swing provides incredible maneuverability.