Choosing the right lift for the job: boom lift vs scissor lift
Understanding the difference between boom lifts and scissor lifts, and how to choose the safest, most efficient option for your next project.
Not all access equipment is created equal. When you’re working at height, choosing between a boom lift and a scissor lift can make all the difference in efficiency, safety and cost. Each type of lift is designed for specific environments and tasks. Knowing which one to hire helps you get the job done right.
A boom lift is ideal for jobs requiring both height and horizontal outreach. Boom lifts have either a telescopic or articulating arm and can extend over obstacles and reach areas that are difficult to access from directly below.
Boom lifts can be used for both indoor and outdoor work, depending on the model. Electric boom lifts are quiet and emission-free, perfect for warehouses and enclosed environments, while diesel boom lifts are built for outdoor construction, building maintenance, external signage installation and tree trimming.
Duralift stocks a wide range of boom lifts with different platform heights and horizontal reach options, ensuring there’s a safe and efficient solution for every job.
A scissor lift uses a crisscross support system to elevate the work platform vertically. Its wide deck gives workers room for tools and materials, making it ideal for installation, electrical, HVAC, warehouse and maintenance work.
Scissor lifts are available in electric or diesel models depending on the environment. They’re safe, compact and easy to operate, perfect when vertical height, not horizontal outreach, is the goal.
Still unsure which lift is right for you?
Our team can help you assess your job requirements and recommend the safest, most cost-effective option.
The Duralift Difference
At Duralift, we make equipment hire in Melbourne simple. Our modern, safety-checked fleet and experienced team deliver on time, every time, so you can get the job done safely and efficiently. That’s the Duralift Difference.
