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ACCESS PLATFORMS - Product finder
Choosing the right vehicle
When you buy an access platform from
VERSALIFT, we'll ensure
you get the right machine for the right job! Our experts will help and
guide you through the whole decision making process.
Here are some key vehicle considerations:
Van or Truck?
 This is the first and most fundamental consideration when choosing a vehicle.
A van's key advantage is a secure and covered load bay area which acts as a mobile
workshop.
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Up to 3.5 tonnes (3500kg) is non-HGV, anyone with a car license can drive and an
operator license is not required.
3.5 - 7.5 tonnes can be driven by drivers who passed their car test prior to
1997.
Over 7.5 tonnes HGV license required.
Wheelbase
Having a longer wheelbase gives more space but can effect payload. Bigger
vehicles can be a problem in congested towns or cities.
Payload
The spare payload capacity on VERSALIFT data sheets details how much equipment and materials can be safely
transported in the vehicle.
Choosing the boom & platform
VERSALIFT will offer expert advice to guide you in making the
right access platform choice for your application! Here are some key
points to consider when using the VERSALIFT data charts:
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The Safe Working Load (SWL) of the access platform must never be exceeded - it
includes all personnel and equipment. A 'standard' person's weight is set at
80kg.
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Maximum working height is defined as access platform floor height plus 2 metres.
The vehicle type chosen can effect height.
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Maximum horizontal outreach is taken as 0.5m beyond the front of the access
platform. Measurement is usually taken from the centreline of rotation.
Typical Boom Configurations:
Flyboom (jib) - Considerably enhances versatility, especially in conjunction with
telescopic boom.
Telescopic - This is preferred for ease/speed of operation (point-and-go). No tailswing.
Reverse-Articulated - Old fashioned and limited in outreach control.
Articulated - Limited in use and must be used with care on roads. Most suited to
very small open vehicles.
Typical application examples:
CCTV
12-13m work height, 4-5m outreach
Street Lighting
Up to 11m - town centre, amenity lighting
12.5-13m - majority of 10 columns
14-15m - trunk roads
16.5-17m - motorways
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