The Advantages of a Man Lift
For places which are too high to reach by any other ways, man lifts offer an easy and safe way to repair problems. These are mechanical lifts which allow personnel to safely reach a high work place. Usually, man lifts are used by construction and service employees to perform work on buildings, light poles and other places that are very up high to reach by other methods.
Safety
The major factor when operating a man lift is of course taking safety into account. Ladders are not a practical option for extreme heights and hence man lifts are the perfect choice for these areas. Most of these equipment are outfitted with safety rails and emergency shut-off switches to make worker safety a top priority.
Range
Man lifts can reach heights which other equipment is unable to. Initially utilized to pick fruit, the machinery has evolved to conquer multiple applications. For example, they are usually used for changing light bulbs and to do finishing work in the construction industry. Commonly, man lifts could reach heights of approximately 20 to 100 feet.
There are smaller man lifts which can operate indoors to perform jobs in areas such as large office buildings, sports arenas and hotels. They can be powered with electricity. This eliminates the noxious fumes and their associated hazards.
Engine-Powered Boom Lifts
An engine-powered boom lift is the solution for employees who have to reach heights both quickly and efficiently. The boom lift allows for a much mobility, capable of moving in numerous directions. Boom lifts could also easily fit into narrow spaces. Each and every "joint" in the boom lift is controlled to adjust to different heights to be able to position the worker precisely where he or she must be to be able to get the job done. The engine power system is what enables boom lifts to reach their full elevation in not a lot of time. Firefighters normally make use of engine powered boom lifts when there are on a rescue mission and have to quickly ascend to heights.