Access Machine

Access machine or lifting equipment is gear that can be used for lifting personnel or loads. Different machines can lift different size loads on different heights.

Some of the commonly used access equipments are:

1.Bucket Truck:

Bucket trucks or cherry pickers were originally designed for use in orchards (though not just cherry orchards) where they are still heavily used today. The bucket truck will have identical controls on both the truck and in the basket for the operator.

2.Straight boom lifts:

Straight boom lifts are generally used for jobs that require a high reach without obstructions. The machine’s turntable can rotate 360 degrees with an extendable boom that can be raised vertically to below horizontal. The operator can maneuver and steer the vehicle while the boom is fully extended. It is available in gas, propane, or diesel-powered models with two or four-wheel drive.

3. Forklifts:

The forklift or lift truck, is a powered industrial truck used to lift and transport materials. The modern forklift was developed in the 1920s by various companies. They can be powered either by, diesel, gasoline, propane or battery electric. Different attachments increase the functionality of the lift truck.

4.Mechanical lifts:

Mechanical lifts are generally smaller models that use rack-and-pinion systems or screw threads to elevate the platform. They are limited in the amount of weight they can carry and the heights they can extend to. They are mainly used for indoor tasks like changing light bulbs.