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 Telescopic Boom Lift?

A telescopic boom lift also called a stick boom or straight boom has a boom that “telescopes” straight out from the boom hoist, which is attached to the lift chassis. Besides, it uses hydraulics to extend straight with greater horizontal reach or bring in two main sections, which makes the telescoping boom lift very stable. 

Telescopic boom lift allows quick boom extension and offers extended outreach. It has active oscillating axles and four-wheel drive, ensuring maximum terrain ability and traction.

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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 telescopic 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 telescopic 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 Telescopic Boom Lift compare to Articulating Boom Lift?

One of the key reasons for you to rent a Telescopic Boom Lift is when you want to access a height that is open and not obstructed by any overhead structure. Aside, Telescopic Boom Lift also allows you to reach further horizontally in comparison with the same size of Articulating Boom Lift.

2. What are the advantages of Telescopic Boom Lift?

• Telescopic Boom able to extend further compare to Articulating Boom
• Faster boom extension speed that increases your productivity

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

The Boom Lift platform height can be range starting from 10m up to above 50m. 

4. Should I rent an electric-driven Telescopic Boom Lift or a diesel-driven Telescopic Boom Lift?

One of the key differences between Electric and Diesel Boom Lift is one require to charge the battery and one require 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. Do the rental include of operator?

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

6. How many people can work on the platform. 

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

7. 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.

8. What is the rental rate of Telescopic Boom Lift Rental?

The monthly rate can be ranged from $900 up to S6,000 per month exclude of delivery charges, with platform height from 9m up to 41m. You can also rent for the short term be it daily or weekly via antbuildz.com.

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 job site 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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