Equipment is flying off the lot as the busy season begins, and Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) rentals/sales are no different!
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MEWPs are some of the most popular types of equipment we rent and sell here at Hugg & Hall. Are you confident you&#;ll pick the right one for your jobsite or project?
We&#;re here to help you make the best decision! Read this article to learn more about MEWP rentals/sales and how Hugg & Hall can help!
In , the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) changed the classifications of various aerial work platforms (AWPs) and classified them as MEWPs for the first time.
These MEWPs are now classified according to group and type.
Type 1 MEWPs can only move in the stowed position. The platform must be lowered completely before you move the machine.
Type 2 MEWPS can move when the platform is elevated. Their movement is controlled from the chassis.
Type 3 MEWPs can move when the platform is elevated. However, their movement can be controlled from the platform.
Want an even more comprehensive understanding of MEWP types and ANSI standards? Check out this article from Conger about MEWP types.
In all cases, MEWPs are used to access hard-to-reach places. They help you access heights and places where it would be difficult or unsafe to work without a platform.
You can use the six different types of MEWPs for various functions on most jobsites.
MEWP classifications aren&#;t the only things that vary! Each type of equipment has minor differences that will help it perform better on certain jobsites.
The factors you&#;ll most commonly see affecting your rental are height, terrain, and specific project needs.
If you call Hugg & Hall for a MEWP rental, our team will be the ones asking the questions! They&#;re incredibly well-versed in the different types of MEWPs and know what to ask to ensure you get the right equipment for your jobsite.
At Hugg & Hall, our MEWP equipment heights range from 19ft to 150ft!
Our electric scissor lifts and rough-terrain scissor lifts can range from 19 feet to 53 feet when fully extended.
Whether you need an articulating boom lift or a telescopic boom lift, we&#;ve got boom lifts from 30 feet to 150 feet when fully extended.
Your project&#;s terrain helps our rental team determine what kind of lift you&#;ll need!
Highly specialized MEWPs, like boom lifts with outriggers, are often small enough to fit through a standard doorway, making them a great choice for indoor projects.
Additionally, booms with outriggers are incredibly versatile and are the only boom lifts approved for projects on uneven ground.
Some MEWPs, like scissor lifts, are designed for both indoor and outdoor projects. Rough-terrain scissor lifts are commonly used for outdoor jobsites when they will be rolling over uneven ground.
Your project makes the most impact on what type of MEWP our rental team will recommend.
Because scissor lifts fall under Group A, you must position them directly next to what you&#;re planning to work on.
If that isn&#;t feasible, you&#;ll need to consider a Group B lift, like a telescopic or articulating boom, which can be parked further from what you&#;re working on.
Not sure which MEWP is best for your needs? Contact our knowledgeable rental team! They can help you determine what type of equipment you need.
Did you know renting equipment can be 2-4 times cheaper than financing it?
However, there&#;s a caveat: depending on what your company does and how often you use your MEWP, financing and purchasing might be the better option.
Running a cost-benefit analysis for your company will tell you which option will save you money in the long run.
The cost of renting a MEWP varies from company to company. The function of the MEWP and how specialized the MEWP is will also affect costs.
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Because the cost of rentals varies between seasons, it&#;s best to contact a salesperson for an exact quote when you decide you&#;re ready to rent.
Certain MEWPs, like electric scissor lifts, are very common on most equipment yards and are usually less expensive to rent than an articulating or telescopic boom lift.
Specialized pieces of equipment will typically cost more per-day than generalized equipment, but generally you&#;ll still be saving money renting instead of purchasing the equipment.
Another factor to consider is how long you&#;ll have the rental. Often, you&#;ll save money per-day the longer you have the machine. A four-week rental is usually less per day than a one-week rental.
When you need the most cost-effective option, turn to Hugg & Hall for your rentals!
Want more info about the costs of renting vs buying? Check out our blog post to learn how to perform a cost-benefit analysis!
Do you need specialized training to operate a MEWP?
Yes. ANSI and OSHA require aerial lift training to protect operators and bystanders.
Want to make sure you&#;re up to speed on MEWP operations? Hugg & Hall offers operator training and train-the-trainer programs! Contact our training department today!
Scissor lifts, cherry pickers and other aerial lifts can be a cost-effective alternative to scaffolding, but there isn&#;t a single, universal lift you can use for any task. The type of aerial lift you need depends on the job location, number of workers, height and other factors.
Choosing the wrong lift can cause delays, increases costs and the potential for an accident. This article explains the most common types of aerial lifts, the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right aerial lift equipment for your job.
To narrow down which aerial lift is the right choice for your application, there are three main questions to answer:
What Lift Capacity Do You Need?
Choose an aerial lift with enough capacity to lift the worker(s), their tools and any materials.
&#; Man lifts, also known as vertical mast lifts or stock pickers, are the least expensive option. But, they have the lowest capacities, 300-500 pounds.
&#; Articulating and telescopic boom lifts can generally handle 500- pounds
&#; If your job requires more than one team member, a scissor lift is likely the best choice. Scissor lifts are designed to lift more than one person and have an unrestricted weight capacity of up to 1,000 pounds
How High or How Far Do You Need to Reach?
Man lifts are a good choice for indoor, direct-access overhead work up to about 30 feet. If you have multiple workers or a heavy load, a scissor lift is a stable, portable choice for jobs up to about 40 feet.
If you need a lift that can put workers 40 feet or higher, or reach over or under an obstacle, an articulating or telescopic boom lift is the best choice. Articulating boom lifts utilize a hydraulic arm to position workers up and over (or over and under) obstacles up to 185 feet. Telescopic boom lifts offer less maneuverability, but greater horizontal reach.
Indoors or Outdoors
Indoors: vertical mast lifts (aka man lifts) have non-marking tires and are designed for indoor work. Electric scissor lifts are exhaust-free, won&#;t damage floors and some are made to fit through standard doorways.
Outdoors: rough terrain scissor lifts are made for outdoor use with rugged tires and 25% gradeability. Boom lifts, whether articulating or telescopic, are designed to work outdoors, but only on a relatively level surface.
Scissor Lift Pros and Cons
PROS: Scissor lifts have the greatest lift capacity &#; up to 1,000 pounds or more. These portable, vertical platforms are commonly used in parking garages, warehouses, and for facility maintenance or ventilation projects. Basically, anywhere you might use scaffolding (up to 40 feet), you could use a scissor lift.
CONS: Because scissor lifts can only go one way (up), they must be positioned directly beneath the work area. For hard-to-reach areas, articulating and telescoping booms are a better choice.
Further Reading: How to Choose the Right Scissor Lift
Boom Lifts, Cherry Pickers and Bucket Trucks
Boom lifts have many names because there are many types. This type of lift can reach higher and farther than other types of aerial lifts. On the downside, boom lifts have limited capacity (500-600 lbs unrestricted).
For the most part, boom lifts are differentiated by:
Arm type (knuckle or telescoping)
Power source (electric/battery-operated or diesel)
Attachments (bucket, lifting hook, etc)
The type of boom lift you want to use depends on what you need to access and what might be in the way. An articulated knuckle boom can help workers access hard to reach places, but a telescopic vertical boom can lift them higher.
Man Lift Pros and Cons
Man lifts, also known as vertical mast lifts or stock pickers are compact and portable, but have the lowest load capacities (300-500 lbs).
Further Reading: JLG&#;s New and Improved Stock Picker
Aerial Lift Training
No matter which lift you choose, OSHA requires all operators have certification and training. Learn more about aerial lift safety training in the Bay Area, Fresno, Salinas and West Sacramento, CA .
When to Buy Versus Rent an Aerial Lift
If you only need the lift for a one-time job or less than a year, renting is the most cost-effective option. When you rent a scissor lift, boom lift, etc. from TMH, repair and maintenance is included in the rental rate.
Buy or Rent an Aerial Lift in Northern and Central California
We rent Aichi and JLG scissor lifts, boom lifts and man lifts by the day, week and month. We deliver fast with rental yards in Fresno, Livermore, Sacramento and Salinas. Learn more about renting an aerial lift in California including questions to ask and how to get a great rate.
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