When choosing the right boom lift for your New Zealand worksite, your decision can strongly affect the safety, efficiency and productivity of your site. Boom lifts are versatile machines that are often used for construction, maintenance and industrial projects across Aotearoa, and having one on your site can improve your operations significantly.
What should you think about when choosing your new boom lift? Should you rent or purchase your machine? Once you have it, how will you maintain it? We at Access Specialties will be happy to help you answer all of these questions and more.
What To Consider When Browsing Potential Boom Lifts
It’s essential that you select the right equipment for your site and your job requires so you can provide your hardworking team with the tools they need. At Access Specialties, we provide our clients with top-notch machinery from reliable brands like Dingli, Snorkel, Genie and more. Our boom lifts are also available for purchase and rent, so you can pick the options that suits your short- and long-term needs.
To provide you with accurate information you will need to make informed, confident decision. All of our available lifts have informative PDF sheet that you can read through to learn more about our selection. For instance, for our BA11NE boom lift, you can click the red ‘Download PDF’ button to learn more about this electric lift.
When picking your new machine, let’s discuss the following considerations:
Understand Your Worksite Requirements. First, assess your worksite itself. A major factor you will want to consider is whether you need to use your lift indoors or outdoors. When looking at your potential machines, make sure that they are suitable for the terrain and space you will use them in.
Using the wrong type of lift for your site can lead to insufficiencies or even safety hazards, disrupting your worksite and productivity.
Consider The Types Of Boom Lifts Available. We at Access Specialties offer a variety of boom lifts, including boom aerial lifts, telescopic boom lifts, trailer-mounted boom lifts and spider boom lifts. Each type of boom lift has its advantages that you should consider. For instance, articulated boom lifts are excellent for maneuverability due to their multiple pivot points.
Determine The Height And Reach You Need. Consider the work you need to do and the heights you need to reach. Be sure to consider both vertical and horizontal reach when selecting your lift.
Consider The Max Weight Capacity Of The Lift. What kind of equipment or materials will you need to transport with your lift? How many team members will need to use the machinery at once? Always check the lift capacity of your potential boom lift before you choose it.
Choose Between Electric Or Diesel-Powered. We offer both electric and diesel lifts, so you can pick what suits you best. Electric boom lifts are generally ideal for indoor use, as they are quieter and produce zero emissions. This makes them a good option for warehouses or other enclosed spaces.
Diesel-powered lifts, on the other hand, are typically used for outdoor sites. They offer strength and robustness to handle rugged, uneven terrain or heavy-duty tasks.
Check For Safety Features And Compliance. Ensure that the boom lift you are considering meets New Zealand’s workplace health and safety requirements. We invite you to ask any questions about safety, such as individual lifts’ safety features.
Safety is non-negotiable when working at heights, and a well-equipped lift reduces risks and ensures compliance, keeping your team safe and your project on task.
Think About Your Budget And Long-Term Costs. If you’re following a budget, then you need to consider both your initial investment and operational costs. If you only need a boom lift for a limited period of time, then a rental machine would suffice. Conversely, if you know you’ll need a trusty lift for many more jobs, then purchasing a reliable boom lift can benefit you in the future.
Additionally, think about maintenance costs and where you can go for professional inspection and repair services. Our Access Specialties team also handles breakdowns, repairs, servicing, and certification, so we’ll be glad to work out a good maintenance plan for your new machine.
Routine maintenance is a must if you want to keep your new lift functional and prevent costly damages and timeline-disrupting malfunctions.
Selecting The Best Boom Lift For Your NZ Worksite Needs
What kind of lift do you need for your worksite? We at Access Specialties have a wide range of boom lifts available for you to choose from. Additionally, we also have scissor lifts and mast lifts, along with various parts and a range of services.
How can we help? Please call us on 0800 DINGLI or use our contact page if you’d like to discuss any of our products or services with us.
Access Specialties: Together, we can discover the right boom lift for you.
