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How to Select the Right Access Equipment for Residential Projects

How to Select the Right Access Equipment for Residential ProjectsProper access equipment can help you reach new heights, making your residential project far more streamlined. Access equipment like scissor lifts, boom lifts, mast lifts and cherry pickers make it easy to reach higher work areas. 

But how do you choose the proper access equipment for your project? There are a variety of models available, and certain options may be better suited for your particular project than others. The best equipment can do wonders for your work, so it’s best to make the right choice the first time to ensure your team’s safety and success. 

Why Is Suitable Access Equipment Important?

First, you may wonder why you should acquire access equipment. 

  • Prioritising Safety. Quality equipment like scissor lifts, mast lifts and more provide your team with a stable platform to work from when working at heights. Rather than having to stand on a ladder or put themselves in potentially precarious situations, your team can use the lift to effortlessly reach higher spaces. Well-maintained lifts are stable, sturdy and dependable. Of course, please make sure you understand how to safely operate a piece of equipment before you use it. To avoid injuries and accidents, always wear the right protective gear, review the controls of the lift before you use it and never try to push the lift past its height or weight capacity.
  • Enhancing Productivity. Your team can use access equipment to quickly reach higher areas with the click of a few buttons. Plus, lifts’ manoeuvrability allows them to be repositioned and moved around the site without hassle. This cuts out the time it would take to transport ladders, scaffolding or other kinds of equipment, making lifts an efficient way to get work done all around the worksite. 
  • Saving Time. When you do things right, you can save heaps of time. We at Castle Access make things fast and easy for our clients by offering you premium customer support and easy-to-use online forms – if you need help, just give us a call; we’re here for you. Our machinery transport service is here to get your machinery to you on time and in great condition. With us, you’ll never have to worry about equipment showing up damaged and in poor condition.

How To Choose Your Access Equipment

Now that you know why you should choose top-notch access equipment, let’s go over the particular traits you’ll want to reflect on when looking through your many options. 

  • Equipment Type. First, what kind of lift would you like for your residential project? Each kind has its advantages, so carefully think about the types of areas you need to reach and how you need to reach them.
    • Scissor Lifts. Scissor lifts have platforms that lift directly up, letting you easily reach higher vertical heights.
    • Mast Lifts. Mast lifts are similar to scissor lifts in that they lift directly up, except mast lifts are generally more compact due to their lifting mechanism. This makes them ideal for indoor areas and sites with limited space.
    • Boom Lifts. Boom lifts offer vertical and horizontal reach, as well as a sturdy platform, to reach harder-to-access spaces.
    • Cherry Picker Lifts. Cherry pickers are similar to boom lifts in that they offer both vertical and horizontal movement, but cherry pickers are typically smaller and used for tasks like painting and tree pruning. 
  • Height Limit. Naturally, you need to lift to be able to reach the area where you need to work. Make sure you know the highest point you need to reach during your residential project, and then find a lift that can reach that height.
  • Load Capacity. You should never overload access equipment, as this can cause malfunctions, damage to the equipment and unsafe situations. Think about the load that you’ll need to lift with your hired equipment – how many workers will use the equipment at once? Will they be carrying supplies or tools? Find a lift that can adequately carry your loads.
  • Indoor Versus Outdoor. Think about your worksite itself. Are you on flat terrain, indoors or on rugged terrain? Is there plenty of space to move around, or do you need a smaller, more compact lift with great manoeuvrability? Always think about your potential lifts in the context of your specific worksite, as you’ll need one that can operate properly on your site. 
  • Price. Of course, look at the costs of your potential equipment. Are you trying to follow a budget? Are there any transport fees or other additional costs that you should know about? A great benefit of hiring equipment is that you won’t have to stress about long-term costs associated with storage or maintenance. 

Hiring High-Quality Access Equipment In Auckland

What kind of project are you working on? Our Castle Access team is thrilled to help clients like you find the equipment that meets your needs, and we’d love to hear about your new project. Visit our website to browse through the many lifts we have available.

Would you like some guidance? Call us on 0800 780 957 or use our contact page, we’re always here to help.

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