Cherry Pickers
Cherry pickers provide safe, powered access to elevated work areas that are difficult or unsafe to reach with ladders or scaffolding. They are commonly used in construction, maintenance, electrical installations, signage work, and any task where precision access at height is required. By combining mobility with stable support, cherry pickers allow operators to work efficiently and safely in elevated positions without the need for extensive scaffolding.
Cherry Pickers
What are Cherry Pickers?
A cherry picker (also known as an aerial work platform or boom lift) is a mechanised lifting platform mounted on wheels or a trailer. It extends vertically and often horizontally, giving operators the ability to reach elevated work areas with ease. The platform or basket provides a secure working space for people and tools, and controls allow the operator to adjust the height and reach as needed.
Choosing the Right Cherry Picker
Selecting the correct cherry picker depends on several factors:
Working Height
Determine the maximum height you need to reach. Different models offer different vertical reach capabilities. Always choose a model that gives you enough height for the task plus a margin for safety and ease of movement.
Horizontal Reach
Some aerial platforms also provide a horizontal extension to reach over obstacles or into hard-to-access areas. This is especially useful near walls, electrical infrastructure, signage, or rooftops.
Terrain
Consider the surface where the cherry picker will be operated. Rougher site conditions may require a more robust, all-terrain model, while smooth & flat surfaces allow for lighter units.