Not only builders, but also housing and communal services workers often have to carry out high-altitude work: repair residential buildings and other structures, lay telecommunication lines, maintain electrical networks and streetlights.
Even installing outdoor advertising, washing windows of tall buildings, and trimming trees will require appropriate equipment. And this is not the entire list of tasks, for the implementation of which it is necessary to rise to dangerous heights. Moreover, it is necessary to lift not only people, but also tools.
All these operations can be effectively performed only with the use of special equipment, which must be reliable and safe. This type of equipment consists of lifting devices mounted on a vehicle platform. They are called aerial platforms. The range of modern aerial platforms is very diverse. Their choice depends on the nature of the specific work and the financial capabilities of the buyer. But to save money, you can use rental services. For example, renting an aerial platform in Moscow is possible with a delivery time of 30 minutes.
The car lifts themselves differ mainly in the design of the lifting mechanisms.
AGP-13RT
If, according to working conditions, a height of 12 meters suits you, then the Nissan aerial platform is an ideal option.
The technical complex is equipped with a rotating mechanism with a column rotation angle of 320 degrees. The lever-telescopic complex is used for work at heights of up to 12.5 meters and is equipped with a special cradle with aluminum handrails. It (the cradle) can lift to a given height:
- Cargo;
- Tools;
- Service staff.
A 12-meter aerial platform is used by city utilities for:
- placement of advertising products;
- cleaning high-rise buildings;
- restoration work;
- roof repairs and snow removal.
In addition, on AGP-13RT aerial towers with a Nissan Cabstar chassis, it is possible to eliminate power line accidents in the city and in the field. The operating voltage should not exceed 1000 V.
The machine has established itself as a reliable assistant on the Russian market. Its technical characteristics correspond to safe work at height. This is evidenced by the constant demand for the 12-meter technical complex.
Specifications
| Lifting height, m | 12,5 |
| Maximum reach, m | 5,9 |
| Loading capacity of the cradle, kg | 200 |
| Cradle dimensions L/W/H, mm | 1 300/ 780/ 1 100 |
| Power supply in the cradle, V | 220 |
| Column rotation angle, o | 320 |
| Electrical insulation of the cradle, V | 1 000 |
| Wheel formula | 4 x 2 |
| Overall dimensions of the aerial platform L/W/H, mm | 5 600/ 2 560/ 2 500 |
Types of manufactured aerial platforms.
Based on the type of boom, auto-hydraulic lifts are divided into telescopic and lever-telescopic.
1. The advantage of telescopic AGPs is the simplicity of the design (main boom + telescopic sections). Telescopic lifts of high height can be equipped with a telescopic jib, which allows reducing the dimensions of the vehicle in the transport position.
2. The main difference between lever-telescopic hydraulic car lifts is their compactness and maneuverability, due to the Z-shaped boom configuration, which ensures parallel movement of the boom relative to a building, structure or any other object and allows the vehicle to be used in narrow spaces.
ZST also produces auto-hydraulic lifts for servicing tunnels - this is the first automobile lift for servicing tunnel arches, performing installation work, electrical work, installing road signs, acoustic insulation, maintaining and installing ventilation systems, installing lighting and laying cables.
AGPs for bridge maintenance are designed for the maintenance and repair of bridges, embankments and retaining walls.
Fire telescopic aerial platforms are designed for fire fighting and rescue operations.
Telescopic hydraulic lifts.
Telescopic AGPs are designed to perform repair, construction, installation and restoration work. The advantage of telescopic hydraulic car lifts is their simplicity of design (main boom + telescopic sections).
Advantages of telescopic aerial platforms:
- Manufactured from high-strength structural steel, providing the necessary strength, structural rigidity and light weight
- Electrical wiring and high pressure hoses are located inside the boom
- Synchronized extension of telescopic sections occurs using a hydraulic cylinder and chain drive
- The cradle is equipped with 1000V electrical insulation
- The cradle is equipped with a rotation system
- The cradle has a 220V socket
- Modern hydraulic components and electrical systems ensure smooth and safe operation of the hydraulic lift.
- The on-line fault monitoring diagnostic module displays information on the LCD display
Telescopic aerial platforms with gooseneck.
High-height auto-hydraulic lifts can be equipped with a telescopic jib, which allows reducing the dimensions of the vehicle in the transport position.
Advantages: The rotating jib +/- 900 ensures the overall dimensions of the vehicle in the transport position, and also makes the lift cradle more maneuverable.
Lever-telescopic auto-hydraulic lifts.
Designed to perform repair, construction, installation and restoration work.
The main difference between lever-telescopic aerial platforms is their compactness and maneuverability, due to the Z-shaped boom configuration, which ensures parallel movement of the boom relative to a building, structure or any other object and allows the vehicle to be used in narrow spaces.
Advantages: The Z-shaped boom configuration expands the service area of the hydraulic car lift.
TA-18
A hydraulic lift with a 4x4 wheel arrangement designed for 2 passengers in the cabin is used in many industries. The GAZ-33081 TA-18 aerial platform can perform its main work at a height of up to 18 meters. An electrically insulated cradle is capable of lifting equipment, tools and two people for carrying out repair and installation work on power lines in the city and in the field.
Recommended total weight 200 kg. The cradle rises to the end point in 120 seconds. The voltage limit is 1000 volts. The special vehicle is operated at temperatures from -400C to -400C. Recommended speed on the highway is 55 km/h. On field and country roads the speed limit is 40 km/h.
Specifications
| Wheel formula | 4x4 |
| Number of seats in the cabin | 2 |
| Load capacity, kg | 200 |
| Max. lifting height, m | 18 |
| Boom radius, m | 8 |
| Raising time of the cradle to max. height, sec | 120 |
| Boom rotation angle, degrees | 360 |
| Overall dimensions L/W/H, mm | 7400/ 2500/ 3530 |
| Total weight of the lift, kg | 6 280 |
| Permissible operating voltage, V | 1000 |
VS-25
The BC-25 aerial platform is a special-purpose vehicle designed for safe work at heights of up to 25 meters. The special vehicle can be used during construction or repair work, to eliminate faults on power lines, as well as to carry out any kind of work at height. The two-knee lifting unit is installed on the ZIL-131 vehicle. The good cross-country ability of this vehicle allows you to carry out work in off-road conditions and on sites without hard surfaces.
The presented aerial platform based on ZIL-131 can be controlled not only using the operating remote control installed on the vehicle, but also remotely. The remote control is located in the work cradle, which has a load capacity of 250 kg.
To ensure safety when carrying out high-altitude work, the 25-meter aerial platform is equipped with the latest security and control systems. Work using this aerial platform is allowed at outdoor temperatures of -40…+40 °C. Reliable outriggers allow for high-altitude work in winds up to 15 m/sec.
The undeniable advantage of this special vehicle is also its low cost.
Specifications
| Loading capacity of the cradle, kg | 250 |
| Lifting height, m | 25 |
| Boom radius, m | 10,2 |
| Boom rotation angle, degrees | 360 |
| Total weight, kg | 8 810 / 9 225 |
| Overall dimensions L/W/H, mm | 10 500/ 2 500/ 3 800 |
Combined aerial platforms
The creation of combined aerial platforms was caused by the need to combine the advantages of the two above types of lifts while eliminating their inherent disadvantages. The designers who worked on this technique wanted to create an ideal version of the lifting device. The result is a really good car lift, which will primarily delight its owners with the wide range of capabilities of such a mechanism.
This aerial platform can be used in any place, even the most inaccessible, which is ensured by a special type of boom - it can be moved in any direction, 360 degrees. The lift is capable of lifting people and cargo to great heights, avoiding power lines and other obstacles. But still, in the development of this aerial platform, it was not possible to avoid shortcomings, the main one of which is its complex structure, which makes control by no means the easiest task. Another disadvantage is its high cost.
Donghae DHS-280AP
A special vehicle with a maximum height of 27.5 meters is the most in demand for various types of work. The 28-meter Donghae aerial platform with a constantly rotating platform is designed for high-altitude work on the installation of advertising big boards.
The basket is designed to lift a load of up to 250 kg and two people who can perform glass cleaning work in high-rise buildings or emergency work at height.
Wireless control. The machine can be operated at temperatures from -400C to +400C and moves around the city at a permissible speed of 60 km/h. On country roads, traffic is carried out at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The multifunctional tiltable technical complex is equipped with an insulated cradle to eliminate technical problems with power lines. Work is performed with permissible voltage up to 1000 V.
Specifications of Donghae DHS-280AP
| Maximum working height | 28 m. |
| Maximum working radius | 16 m. |
| Platform capacity | 250 kg. |
| Platform/cradle turning radius | 360° / 350° |
| Type and number of boom sections | 7 section, telescopic |
| Engine characteristics | Diesel, model D4DD (Euro-5), volume 3.9 l, power 140 hp. |
| Dimensions of aerial platform L/W/H, mm | 5170/ 1925/ 2532 |
About prices and rentals
The cost of a tower in the Russian Federation is from 4,500,000.00 rubles, so not everyone can purchase new equipment. On the used car market, the cost ranges from 3,567,000.00 to 4,321,000.00 rubles. Therefore, the best option for short-term work is temporary use. Renting a 28-meter aerial platform per hour of work can range from 900 to 1200 rubles. it all depends on the season and the condition of the equipment, as well as the demand for this service.
Types of aerial platforms
All existing auto-hydraulic lifts perform the function of vertical cargo delivery. Their difference is only in the technical capabilities of the mechanisms: load capacity, maximum lifting height, platform rotation system, maneuverability, lifting mechanism, size, control system, and so on. According to the design of the lifting mechanism, there are four types of aerial platforms:
- Telescopic aerial platforms. This is the most popular type of lift due to its ease of control and amazing lifting accuracy according to the specified parameters. The presence of a remote control allows you to control the device directly from the lifting platform. The maximum remote signal distance is 60m. This type is equipped with a computer security system that will warn of an error during lifting and immediately stop the equipment. Telescopic aerial platforms are equipped with modern innovations of science and technology and fully meet the established requirements of the technical supervision service. Among the many advantages, there is also a disadvantage of this device. Oversized equipment is not maneuverable. Also, the size makes servicing difficult in small workshops.
Telescopic aerial platform
- Articulating aerial platforms. At an affordable price, the owner receives high-quality vehicles for many years. This type is much smaller in size and more maneuverable, which significantly increases the area of work performed within the city. Equipment repairs are also lower in cost. The aerial platform has an articulated lift with a maximum lifting height of up to 20m. Quite easy to manage.
Articulating aerial platform
- Combined aerial platforms. This technique incorporates all the advantages of an articulated and telescopic car lift. This is an ideal option for small, maneuverable equipment capable of lifting loads to great heights. The Ministry of Emergency Situations and firefighters especially liked the combined aerial platform for its ability to be used in the most inaccessible places. Its main advantage is the movement of the lifting device 360 degrees in any direction, which allows you to bypass electrical lines, make your way through overgrown tree branches, ensuring the fastest possible delivery to the accident site. But such pleasure is very expensive and is equipped with a complex control system.
- Vertical aerial platforms. It is used in warehouses or in the operation of large shopping centers, as well as in the maintenance of power lines. The simplest option with a large load capacity. Their lifting mechanism unfolds so that it can only lift the load vertically; this is quite enough to perform these types of work.
Vertical aerial platform
AGP-30
The tower is based on a KamAZ-65115 vehicle. Designed for work at heights of up to 30 meters. The machine can be operated in the city and used in field conditions. The 30-meter aerial platform AGP-30 is equipped with a cradle with protection from electricity and is capable of moving:
- tools;
- cargo;
- people weighing up to 300 kg. This is the maximum permissible load.
The multifunctional complex is equipped with a three-section boom with a 3600 rotating floating platform mechanism. The length of the boom reach is 15.5 meters.
A car on paved roads reaches a speed of 50 km/h. On field and country roads, the permitted speed is 40 km/h.
Specifications
| Lifting height, m | 30 |
| Boom radius, m | 16 |
| Loading capacity of the cradle, kg | 300 |
| Raising time of the cradle to max. height, sec. | 300 |
| Chassis | KamAZ-65115 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 50 |
| Overall dimensions L/W/H, mm | 12 250/ 2 500/ 3 900 |
| Weight of attachments, kg | 8 900 |
| Weight of aerial platform, kg | 16 500 |
About prices and rentals
The cost of a new special vehicle is high. Even on the secondary car market it is not always possible to find the required complex. Therefore, enterprises and small firms prefer to rent a tower and rent it for a short period.
This relieves them of the need to maintain the aerial platform in constant working order. The lessor must take care of this and commission technically sound equipment. All responsibility for a technically sound tower lies with him.
Today, renting a 30-meter aerial platform ranges from 950 to 1,200 rubles per hour.
HANSIN HS-3270
According to its technical characteristics, the AGP-32 auto-hydraulic lift is capable of reaching a height of 32 meters. The horizontal reach of the boom is 19.3 meters. The technique is used for:
- Installation of structures made of metal;
- Installation of advertising media;
- Removing snow from roofing;
- Repair of roofs of high-rise buildings;
- Window washing.
A 32-meter aerial platform, equipped with a rotating mechanism with the ability to rotate 3600, is capable of lifting and moving loads, equipment, tools, and people. For these purposes, a cradle with a lifting limit of up to 280 kg is used.
A team of workers consisting of three people can perform the assigned tasks of repairing power lines with a tolerance of 1000 V.
Hansin aerial platforms with a length of 32 meters are used by enterprises and firms to restore order at heights and reconstruct building facades. Equipment rental per shift is RUB 16,000.00. For one hour of work, the landlord earns 2,000 rubles.
Specifications
| Maximum lifting height, m | 32 |
| Horizontal reach, m | 19,3 |
| Load capacity, kg | 250 |
| Size of the support contour with extended beams, m | 5,7/ 5,1 |
| Dimensions of aerial platform L/W/H, mm | 8960/ 3060/ 3800 |
| Weight of aerial platform, t | 11,5 |
Vertical aerial platforms
This is the most primitive and least used type of aerial platform. Their lifting mechanism unfolds so that it can only lift the load vertically. It will not be possible to perform any other maneuvers with such a design. For this reason, the scope of application of these aerial platforms is extremely narrow. But in a number of areas, for example, in warehouses or when repairing power lines, vertical lifts can completely cope with the task. The only noticeable advantage of this lifting device is its large lifting capacity.
APT-50
The multi-lift is installed on the KamAZ-6540 chassis and is designed to perform work at heights of up to 50 meters. The total weight of the machine is 26.5 tons. The carrying capacity of the cradle is 400 kg. A special machine can lift technical personnel, loads, equipment and tools. And also carry out work to eliminate power line breakdowns with a voltage tolerance of 1000 V.
In addition, the APT-50 aerial platform is used:
- for maintenance of high-rise buildings;
- eliminating accidents;
- placement of printed materials;
- maintenance and installation of air conditioners;
- removing snow from the roofs of buildings and production workshops.
This is not a complete list of work that is carried out by the retractable complex at temperatures from -400C to +400C.
Specifications
| Wheel formula | 8x4 |
| Engine's type | diesel |
| Power kW, (hp) | 260 |
| Number of places for staff | 3 |
| Lifting height of the cradle, m | 50 |
| Maximum carrying capacity of the cradle, kg | 400 |
| Boom radius, m | 19 |
| Boom rotation angle, degrees | +185° (370°) |
| Total weight, kg | 20 000 |
| Overall dimensions L/W/H, mm | 1200/ 2500/ 3700 |
General characteristics of aerial platforms
Regardless of the principles of operation, all car lifts have common properties:
- The lifting mechanism is controlled using hydraulics.
- The use of special stops responsible for the safe fixation of the aerial platform - outriggers.
- The presence of a cradle - a fenced area for placing a person during work.
All manipulations at height are always associated with a certain degree of risk. Therefore, when choosing an aerial platform, you need to pay attention not only to technical characteristics and cost, but also to its safety. Under no circumstances should you skimp on the last factor. In addition, we should not forget about timely maintenance of the lift. Then the purchased aerial platform will successfully serve its owners for many years.
