Looking to hire a cherry picker to get your project done? There are a few different things to know about cherry pickers before making your final decision. Cherry pickers are versatile machines used for high-reach applications, such as building maintenance, signage removal and installation, and construction jobs. They have long mechanical arms with a platform basket at the top, allowing you to reach lift heights of up to 55 metres.
Lift heights can range depending on the cherry picker. Common lift heights include 10-14 metres, 15-19 metres, 20-29 metres, and giant cherry pickers reaching above 50 metres. This will be the first consideration when choosing the right cherry picker to hire.
'Cherry picker' is a common term that is made up of several different types of machines, such as straight booms, knuckle booms, spider booms, vertical masts and scissor lifts. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, and really it is the requirements of your project that will determine which is suitable for you to hire. For example, if you require a cherry picker that can work around other machinery or other obstructions, a knuckle boom would be a good option.
Depending on your needs, you'll want to know what drive type is required for your project before hiring your cherry picker. They come in a variety of drive types including Wheeled 4WD or 2WD, trailer mounted and all-wheel drive cherry pickers. Of course, the drive type will determine the level of control you have when driving the machine.
Similarly, the fuel type of the cherry picker may be an important point to consider, as the fuel can impact the performance and cost of hiring the cherry picker. For instance, LPG is a clean-burning fuel and has been said to prolong the life of the cherry picker engine, which is great news for anyone looking to hire an LPG cherry picker. Fuel types can include diesel, electric, hybrid (diesel-electric) and LPG.
One main thing to note is you will require a licence to operate and use a cherry picker, due to risks of working at heights. The maximum height reach of the hired cherry picker will determine which licence you require to operate and use the machine.
