Versatility Redefined: Exploring The Applications Of Aerial Work Platforms
Did you know that aerial lifts are also known as cherry pickers? That is because in the year 1944, a man named Jay Eital developed a device that would allow him to pick cherries from high trees without relying on short and wobbly ladders. This device went onto become the inspiration behind the aerial work platforms we have today.
Needless to say, aerial lifts have come a long way since, finding diverse applications in various industries that extend way beyond the humble task of cherry-picking. In this blog, we will explore how this single piece of equipment can transform operations across different industries. Along with the key highlights of our aerial lifts for each use case. Let’s begin!
Arboriculture: Taking Tree Care To The Next Level
When it comes to arboriculture, safety takes the spotlight. The working environment for tree care professionals can be quite challenging, forcing them to work in tight spaces or uneven terrains. Whether it’s dense forests or urban areas, arborists need equipment that are highly adaptable, allowing operators to safely and efficiently reach branches that are difficult to access.
Designed to be highly flexible and extendable, our aerial lift platforms allow arborists to do just that - reach inaccessible spots. This makes accurate cuts and pruning possible in all kinds of settings - urban, suburban or rural. Safe and stable, our lifts can also carry heavy loads and navigate uneven terrains with ease, making them the ideal choice for arborists.
Construction Sites: Elevating Efficiency
From confined spaces to tasks that require a higher reach - construction sites come with their own fair share of challenges. A highly demanding industry, construction also requires the lifting and transportation of heavy materials across the site, requiring modern aerial lift platforms should rise to the challenge.
That’s where our self-propelled spiders come in. Safe, sturdy, and simple, they are the perfect choice for construction sites. Highly maneuverable, these mechanical allies can help you reach tight spots with ease. Moreover, our lifts are lightweight yet extremely stable, working effortlessly on surfaces with low load-bearing capacity as well as on rough terrains.
If that wasn’t enough, our lifts can also help you accomplish complex tasks such as installing steel beams, conducting inspections as well as carrying out facade work.
Material Handling: Streamlining Logistics
Material handling is crucial for smooth operations in plenty of industrial settings, including but not limited to warehouses and distribution centers. Modern lifting equipment can simplify the daily tasks of this sector by carrying a variety of loads with ease, taking manual labor and associated risks out of the task.
For example, our spider lift cranes are versatile enough and can be reconfigured to carry out material handling tasks with ease. Capable of withstanding a load of up to 250 kg, our spider aerial lifts offer optimal performance each time they are put to the test. We also reconfigure their software to ensure a compatible and seamless experience. Highly versatile, our machines can help you save time and cost with their increased efficiency, safety, and precision.
Renewable Energy: Powering A Progressive Tomorrow
The renewable energy sector has its own set of unique installation demands that require working with complex materials as well as the installation of said materials at greater heights. For example, the installation of wind turbines and solar panels requires access to elevated structures, often in relatively remote locations.
Fortunately, our diverse range of versatile industrial aerial platforms can be used for wind turbines as well as solar panels, covering the process of both installation and maintenance. Featuring extendable heights and flexible necks with a high load-bearing capacity, our eco-friendly bi-energy aerial lifts align with the sustainability goals of renewable energy.
Conclusion
Gamechangers in the truest sense of the term, aerial work platforms have revolutionized how various industries handle complex tasks. From tree care to renewable energy, their flexibility and versatility make them the perfect choice for a wide variety of tasks.
Investing in aerial lift platforms for your business can help you achieve new heights of efficiency, and consequently success. At Platform Basket Canada, we are happy to bring our high-quality, Italian-made aerial lifts to Canada. Contact us to get lifts that help you take every challenge head-on.
