Boom Lift is also named a cherry picker. It is an extensible machine with a bucket or fenced-in platform at the top of the arms that can accommodate at least one person. Boom Lift is the ideal choice for applications where you need to lift workers to certain heights with its hydraulic power to extend the crane-like arm. 

There are 2 common types of boom lift in the market, Telescopic Boom Lift, and Articulating Boom Lift.

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What is Articulating Boom Lift?

An articulating boom lift, also known as a knuckle boom lift, has a work platform on an extended arm that can reach up and over obstacles, resembling your finger when you bend it. It contains multiple sections that can articulate at various angles, allowing the operator to reach over and above obstacles. 

Articulating boom lift offers more flexibility compared to telescopic boom lift because an articulating boom platform can reach out to the complex and narrow areas safely and efficiently. Articulating boom lifts have a turntable at the base which allows the lift to swivel in a full circle. 

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The Comparison between Telescopic and Articulating Boom Lift

There is a lot of users often confused with the decision to rent a Telescopic or Articulating Boom Lift for their project. They look similar but have a significant boom movement that will have a big impact on your project. The below infographic give you a clear summary of the comparison of both boom lift type.

We offer a wide range of boom lift brands and models for rental in Singapore with a boom lift platform height from 9m up to 58m with load capacities greater than 227kg. A boom lift is also available in either diesel-powered or electric-battery-driven.

There are many well-known brands available such as but not limited to as below:

• Genie
• JLG
• Manitou
• Haulotte
• Junjin
• Snorkel
• Teupen
• Skyjack
• XCMG

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1. When should I rent Articulating Boom Lift compare to Telescopic Boom Lift?

One of the key reasons for you to rent Articulating Boom lift is when you need to access a height that is congested and obstructed by an overhead structure.  Articulating Boom lift “Z” boom will allow you more flexibility to maneuver the obstruction. 

2. What is the advantage of Articulating Boom Lift?

One of the key advantages of Articulating Boom Lift is it has more joints in its boom structure that will give you more flexibility in locating the platform in congested areas.

3. What are the minimum platform height and maximum platform height?

The Articulating Boom Lift platform is available starting from 9m up to 41m in the market.

4. Should I rent electric driven or diesel driven Articulating Boom Lift?

One of the key differences between Electric and Diesel Boom Lift is one requires to charge the battery and one requires to top up diesel. If you are looking to work indoor which require pollution-free, in regards to air and noise, then you definitely need to rent an electric boom lift. If you are working outdoors, you can rent both types but it depends on your site condition. 

5. What is the rental rate of Articulating Boom Lift Rental?

The monthly rental rate of articulating boom lift rental can be range from S$900 -$6,000 per month exclude of delivery charges, for platform height from 9m up to 41m. You can also rent short-term be it daily or weekly via antbuildz.com.

6. Do the rental include of operator?

The common practice of boom lift rental in Singapore is excluded from the operator. However, if you need operator supply, you may talk to our team to provide you. 

7. How many people can work on the platform？ 

The boom lift platform is commonly designed for 2 personnel working on the basket.

8. What is the maximum loading capacity of the platform?

The boom lift platform is commonly designed to handle the load of 2 personnel with the weight of small tools and equipment, which is around 230kg.

9. Can your equipment meet the requirement if Jobsite at Jurong Island or owned by an owner with a very high requirement such as LTA, BCA, or certain MNC?

If your job site is as above mentioned, do contact our team before reservation so we can advise the best unit that suits your Jobsite requirement accordingly. There is some consideration to be taken such as the age of equipment, spark arrestor, and LM/LE cert validity period requirement.

10. Can I rent as short as a one-day rental?

Yes, antbuildz.com is allowed you to rent a boom lift for as short as one day up months as you require.

11. Is the rental covered with Equipment All Risk Insurance?

Yes, be it a one-day rental or a month's rental, every rental you made across antbuildz.com will be protected with Antbuildz Protection Plan up to S$30,000 to make you're rental safer than ever. Only antbuildz.com covers you with All Risk Insurance in the entire Singapore, and it's FREE!

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