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For places which are too high to reach by any other ways, man lifts provide a safe and easy way to repair problems. These are mechanical lifts that allow employees to safely reach a high work place. Usually, man lifts are used by construction and service workers to carry out work on light poles, buildings and other areas that are very up high to reach by other ways.
Safety
The major factor when using a man lift is of course taking safety into consideration. Ladders are not a practical alternative for great heights and hence man lifts are the ideal option for these areas. Most of these machines are equipped with safety rails and emergency shut-off switches to make worker safety a main concern.
Range
Man lifts can reach certain heights that other machinery cannot reach. This equipment was initially utilized to pick fruit, but has evolved to take on other jobs. Like for instance, they are usually used for changing light bulbs and to do finishing work in the construction business. Usually, man lifts could reach heights of around 20 to 100 feet.
There are smaller man lifts which can operate indoors to perform tasks in areas such as large office buildings, sports arenas and hotels. They could be powered with electricity. This eliminates the noxious fumes and their associated hazards.
Engine-Powered Boom Lifts
An engine-powered boom lift is the answer for employees who need to reach heights both efficiently and quickly. The boom lift allows for a much mobility, capable of moving in many directions. Boom lifts could easily fit between narrow spaces also. Each "joint" in the boom lift is controlled to adjust to different heights to be able to place the worker precisely where he or she must be in order to get the job done. The engine power system is what enables boom lifts to attain their full elevation quickly. Firefighters normally make use of engine powered boom lifts when there are on a rescue mission and need to rapidly ascend to heights.