YG Machinery supplied two aerial platform lifts to a municipal customer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE): an electric articulating boom lift and a scissor lift. The equipment was selected to support elevated maintenance and construction-related tasks.
The electric articulating boom lift offers a maximum working height of 12 meters and a maximum horizontal extension of 5.8 meters. Its articulated boom allows operators to reach certain elevated work areas that may be difficult to access with conventional equipment. The scissor lift provides vertical lifting for applications suited to its working height, platform capacity, and operating conditions.
This UAE customer case demonstrates how different types of aerial platform lifts can serve different maintenance requirements. When selecting equipment, buyers should consider working height, horizontal reach, platform capacity, site access, and the intended operating environment.
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The UAE Project Background
A municipal customer in the UAE required aerial platform lifts for maintenance operations involving elevated work areas.
After evaluating the intended applications, the customer ordered two types of equipment from YG Machinery:
- Electric articulating boom lift: For elevated work requiring flexible positioning and horizontal outreach.
- Scissor lift: For applications requiring vertical platform movement, subject to the specific working conditions.
The two machines serve different purposes. The articulating boom lift can move the platform upward and outward, while a scissor lift primarily raises the platform vertically.
Providing both types of equipment gave the customer options for different maintenance tasks.
Customer Requirements
For elevated maintenance projects, equipment selection depends on more than maximum working height. The operator must also be able to reach the required working position safely and operate the machine within its permitted working envelope.
The main considerations for this project included:
- Flexible Access to Elevated Areas: Some maintenance tasks require workers to reach areas beyond the machine’s immediate base position. An articulating boom lift can help position the platform over or around certain obstacles, depending on its working envelope.
- Suitable Working Height and Reach: The selected electric articulating boom lift has a maximum working height of 12 m and a maximum horizontal extension of 5.8 m. These specifications provide a basis for assessing whether the machine can reach the required work areas.
- Equipment for Different Tasks: The customer also ordered a scissor lift. This allowed the equipment selection to cover both articulated access and applications requiring primarily vertical lifting. The appropriate machine for each task depends on the required working position, platform load, ground conditions, and site restrictions.
Equipment Supplied for the UAE Project
The order included an electric articulating boom lift and a scissor lift.
Electric Articulating Boom Lift
The electric articulating boom lift was supplied for elevated maintenance and construction-related applications.
Its main specifications include:
| Articulating Boom Lift Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum Working Height | 12 m |
| Maximum Platform Height | 10 m |
| Maximum Horizontal Extension | 5.8 m |
| Rated Platform Capacity | 200 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 2.16 m |
| Gradeability | 25% |
| Stowed Length | 4.35 m |
| Stowed Width | 1.5 m |
| Stowed Height | 1.99 m |
| Platform Dimensions | 1.1 × 0.65 × 1.13 m |
| Turntable Rotation | 355° |
| Platform Rotation | 120° |
| Gross Weight | 4,700 kg |
| Control Voltage | 24 V |
| Battery Voltage / Capacity | 48 V / 320 Ah |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 40 L |
The maximum working height and maximum platform height describe different measurements. The 12 m working height represents the listed maximum height at which work can be performed, while the platform itself can reach a maximum height of 10 m.
The rated platform capacity is 200 kg, including workers, tools, and materials. Buyers should confirm the permitted load and operating envelope before using the machine.
Note: Confirm the specifications against the manufacturer’s official data sheet before publication.
Scissor Lift
The second machine supplied was a scissor lift aerial work platform.
Unlike an articulating boom lift, a scissor lift primarily provides vertical platform movement. Its suitability depends on the required working height, platform capacity, access dimensions, and ground conditions.
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Aerial Platform Lift Applications in Municipal Maintenance
The UAE customer uses articulating boom lifts for various maintenance and construction tasks, including certain power line maintenance applications.
An articulating boom lift can be useful when operators need to position the platform at an elevated location or reach around certain obstacles. Typical applications may include building maintenance, lighting installation, industrial maintenance, and infrastructure inspection.
For work involving electrical infrastructure, the machine must be suitable for the specific hazards and operating conditions. An electrically powered boom lift is not automatically an insulated aerial device, so buyers must verify any required insulation ratings, certifications, and safety provisions before use near energized lines.
The final equipment selection should always be based on the actual working environment and applicable safety requirements.
Customer Feedback
The customer shared positive feedback about the machine’s flexibility and usefulness for elevated maintenance work.
YG Boom lift’s ability to articulate and reach high, inaccessible areas has greatly enhanced our productivity and efficiency on the job. We have been using the articulating boom lifts for various maintenance and construction tasks, and we are extremely satisfied with its performance and versatility.
— Muhammed
The feedback highlights the importance of flexible platform positioning when choosing equipment for maintenance tasks at height.
Publish the customer’s name and testimonial only if the quotation is authentic and authorized for publication.
What This UAE Project Shows About Aerial Work Platform Selection
This project illustrates several considerations that buyers should evaluate when choosing an aerial work platform.
1. Match the working height to the application.
Check both maximum platform height and maximum working height to determine whether the equipment can meet the required access conditions.
2. Evaluate horizontal outreach.
An articulating boom lift may be more suitable than a vertically lifting platform when operators need to reach over or around obstacles.
3. Select equipment according to the task.
A scissor lift and an articulating boom lift have different movement characteristics. The appropriate option depends on the work area and the required platform position.
4. Confirm the platform capacity.
The rated capacity must account for workers, tools, and materials together.
5. Check the operating environment.
Ground conditions, access dimensions, power supply, and applicable safety requirements all affect equipment suitability.
These considerations can help buyers identify equipment that better matches their maintenance and construction requirements.
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FAQ
1.What equipment did YG Machinery supply to the UAE customer?
YG Machinery supplied two aerial work platforms: an electric articulating boom lift and a scissor lift.
2.What is the working height of the electric articulating boom lift?
The supplied model has a maximum working height of 12 m and a maximum platform height of 10 m.
3.What is the horizontal reach of the boom lift?
The listed maximum horizontal extension is 5.8 m. Actual platform positioning depends on the machine’s permitted working envelope.
4.Why did the customer choose an articulating boom lift?
The articulated boom allows the platform to move upward and outward, helping operators reach certain elevated work areas that may be difficult to access with conventional equipment.
5.Can this type of boom lift be used for power line maintenance?
It may be suitable for certain maintenance tasks around electrical infrastructure, but suitability depends on the machine’s specifications and the working conditions. Standard electric-powered boom lifts should not be assumed to provide electrical insulation for live-line work.
6.How can I choose an aerial work platform for my project?
Start by identifying the required working height, horizontal reach, platform load, site access dimensions, ground conditions, and operating environment. These details help determine which type of aerial work platform is appropriate.
Need an Aerial Work Platform for Your Project?
Whether you need an electric articulating boom lift or a scissor lift, the right choice depends on your working height, reach requirements, platform load, and site conditions.
Contact YG Machinery with your project details to discuss suitable equipment configurations and request a quotation.
