Spider Lift equipment is a range of quality powered access platforms used in variety of industries, most notably construction. They offer the ability to gain access to areas that would be otherwise restricted, with most Spider Lift equipment designed to reach areas that a traditional cherry picker couldn’t, as well as being a cheaper alternative to expensive scaffolding.
There is a wide variety of Spider Lift equipment available, which each one able to serve a particular purpose. For example, the CMC S15 is a compact Spider Lift that is easy to use and perfect for small areas lacking space, while the CMC S19HD is a large and robust traced access platform that is well-suited for arborists.
Anyone looking for Spider Lift hire therefore has a few things to take into consideration to get the best out of the equipment they hire.
Height
One of the most obvious things to consider before hiring Spider Lift equipment is height. The main purpose of the machinery is to gain access to hard-to-reach areas, so knowing the nature of the task will let you best judge the height of the equipment you will need for it.
Spider Lift equipment is categorised into the following heights:
- Under 20m
- 20m – 25m
- 25m- 30m
- 30m +
Always be sure that the total reach of the Spider Lift is well within your requirements. For one, you don’t want to hire an expensive piece of equipment only to find it can reach its intended target, while you will also want to avoid hiring an unnecessarily large Spider Lift.
Indoors or Outdoors?
Spider Lift equipment is available for both indoor and outdoor applications, so you will want to ensure that you have the most suitable piece of equipment for this. Spider Lift designs their platforms to be able to fit into tight, compact areas, including through many different sizes of doorways.
The dimensions for a machine that will be used outdoors is less important than one that is being used inside. If you are looking to hire for an indoor project, be sure to select an appropriate piece for the job.
For instance, Spider Lifts up to heights of 20m are under 800m in width, which is ideal for tight spaces like a single doorway or narrow corridor, while larger equipment is closer to 1500m. Spider style stabilisers may also be needed for uneven grounds often found outside.
Take into the required height of the Spider Lift too, as the smaller machines tend to have booms with a shorter reach, and it’s worth researching the best power options relative to indoor and outdoor use.
Training
When looking to hire a piece of Spider Equipment, you will want to understand the level of training that will be needed. Operators can be hired to use the equipment on-site or you can opt to receive training and demonstrations to self-operate the machinery.
Look for those offering certified training, preferably those accredited by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). Training is required to operate the machinery safely, and many worksites won’t even permit the use of them without formal training by qualified and accredited instructors.
Accreditation is also a good sign of the standards of the company you are hiring from!