Product OverviewThe Articulating Boom Manlift from YG Machinery is an articulated aerial work platform (also referred to as a z boom or knuckle boom lift) designed to provide exceptional obstacle clearance and flexible multi-angle positioning for work at height. It is suitable for indoor confined spaces and outdoor rugged terrain, with electric and diesel power options to match operational and environmental needs.
Working Principle and Key Technical FeaturesThe machine uses a multi-section hinged boom assembly operated by a hydraulic system with precise flow control to bend and extend the boom sections like a human arm. Intuitive platform controls allow accurate positioning of the platform at the required angle and height. The range includes compact small articulating lifts up to heavy-duty long reach models (eg. 60 ft articulating boom lift).
Core Advantages- Unrivaled obstacle clearance: Multi-section articulated boom enables reaching over or around obstructions such as pipes, roof edges, or machinery to deliver the worker directly to the work point.
- Exceptional versatility: Models available for indoor low-emission/low-noise applications (electric) and outdoor heavy-duty work (diesel), plus options like non-marking tires for floor protection.
- Enhanced working radius: Greater horizontal and vertical reach compared with many traditional lifts, expanding the working coverage area.
- Safety features: Load-sensing systems, tilt sensors, emergency stop, platform self-leveling, boom limit switches and emergency descent functions for secure operation.
Expanded Application Fields- Industrial maintenance: Bypassing complex machinery and piping to perform high-level equipment repair inside factories.
- Aerospace: Multi-angle inspection and maintenance of aircraft surfaces inside hangars.
- Power and telecom: Maintenance of power lines and signal towers without disrupting traffic or contacting live equipment.
- Building exteriors: Glass installation, painting or cleaning on complex facades and shapes.
Key Maintenance & Safety Checks- Routine lubrication: Inspect and lubricate hinge points and boom sections to ensure smooth movement.
- Hydraulic system check: Inspect hydraulic lines and fittings for leaks; replace hydraulic fluid and filters per schedule to maintain stability.
- Control system testing: Test upper and lower platform controls, limit switches and emergency stop before each use to ensure safety functions are operational.
Parameter table (from product page)maximum working height: 12m
Maximum platform height: 10m
maximum horizontal extension: 5.8m
Maximum span height: 4.78m
Maximum carrying capacity: 200kg
Gradeability: 25%
Minimum turning radius: 2.16m
Running speed (decline): 3km/h
Running speed (rising): 0.8km/h
Closing length: 4.35m
Car closing width: 1.5m
closing height: 1.99m
Platform size (length × width × height): 1.1m×0.65×1.13m
turntable rotation: 355°
Platform rotation: 120°
Ground clearance: 0.15m
Drive wheel size: 0.59*0.19/0.66*0.17m
gross weight: 4700kg
control voltage: 24V
Battery: 48/320 V/Ah
charger: 48/40 V/A
Hydraulic tank volume: 40 L
Wheelbase: 1.65m
Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques- Maximum working height: 12 m
- Maximum platform height: 10 m
- Maximum horizontal extension: 5.8 m
- Maximum span height: 4.78 m
- Maximum carrying capacity: 200 kg
- Gradeability: 25%
- Minimum turning radius: 2.16 m
- Running speed (decline/rising): 3 km/h / 0.8 km/h
- Closed dimensions (L×W×H): 4.35 m × 1.5 m × 1.99 m
- Platform size: 1.1 m × 0.65 m × 1.13 m
- Turntable rotation: 355°; Platform rotation: 120°
- Ground clearance: 0.15 m
- Drive wheel size: 0.59×0.19 m or 0.66×0.17 m
- Gross weight: 4700 kg
- Control voltage: 24 V; Battery: 48 V / 320 Ah; Charger: 48 V / 40 A
- Hydraulic tank volume: 40 L; Wheelbase: 1.65 m