The different types of powered access platforms available for sale or hire in Preston
Our MEWP hire equipment in Preston and across the UK falls into 3 main categories:
Each type of mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) has its own benefits and is suited to a different kind of project.
Cherry pickers in Preston
Cherry pickers,also known as boom lifts, move both vertically and horizontally, offering access to hard-to-reach spots. Cherry pickers also tend to offer the greatest working heights – we can offer machines with working heights of up to 28 metres.
Scissor lifts in Preston
Scissor lifts are popular for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor tasks. They can offer large platform areas, allowing ample space for tools and equipment at height. Scissor lifts offer access to mid-level heights – our fleet ranges from 5.6-metre working heights to 22.5-metre working heights.
Low-level access platforms in Preston
Low-level access platforms are generally for indoor use, providing a safer and more convenient alternative to a ladder or aluminium tower. As the name suggests, low-level platforms offer access to low to mid-level heights. Our work platforms range from working heights of 3.5 to 8 metres.
If you would like advice on which type of powered access equipment is suitable for your requirements, our team is happy to help – just get in touch at 01582 201625.
IPAF training in Preston
To ensure everyone working on powered access platforms are doing it safely, we recommend ensuring everyone completes IPAF training. If you’re looking for IPAF training in Preston we can help. We have a number of different training centres all over England, so wherever you are one of our training centres is only a drive away.
Our training centre closest to Preston is:
