What is the right aerial work platform for my project?
Aerial work platforms, also known as mobile elevating work platforms or mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), are used in a wide range of applications. They are used in road construction, for example for work on high-voltage power lines, tree felling, maintenance of streetlights and much more. They are also used for work on buildings, for example when painting an exterior façade. In addition, work platforms are also used for rescue operations where heights need to be access.
Our versatile range of aerial work platforms meets a variety of requirements: Drive options from electric to diesel, working heights from 3 to up to 43 meters and load capacities from 150 to 2300 kilograms.
Scissor lifts
- Some typical applications: indoor and outdoor work, maintenance work, installation work
- Ideal areas of use: industrial halls, warehouses, interior spaces
- What’s unique: limited lateral reach, require stable floor conditions
- Not suitable for: working in hard-to-reach places, uneven terrain
Tracked MEWPs / tracked aerial lifts
- Some typical applications: tree care, façade work, rough terrain
- Ideal areas of use: construction sites, wooded areas, terrain with obstacles
- What’s unique: all-terrain mobility, stability on uneven ground
- Not suitable for: use on sensitive floors, confined indoor spaces
Telescopic boom lift
- Some typical applications: thigh-bay inspection, assembly work, installation of lights
- Ideal areas of use: tall working heights, construction sites, industrial maintenance
- What’s unique: exceptionally long reach, requires a suitable site for installation and use
- Not suitable for: working in confined spaces, flexible positioning
Articulating boom lifts
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- Some typical applications: covered construction sites, roof work, assembly work
- Ideal areas of use: confined spaces, locations that require flexible positioning
- What’s unique: maneuverability, long reach
- Not suitable for: working with heavy loads at maximum height
Vertical mast lifts
- Some typical applications: lighting installation, maintenance work on masts
- Ideal areas of use: street lighting, high-voltage transmission towers / pylons
- What’s unique: stability, vertical reach
- Not suitable for: work with lateral reach, applications that require flexible positioning
Vertical work platforms
- Some typical applications: shelf inspection, warehouse replenishment, electrical installation
- Ideal areas of use: warehouses, logistics centers
- What’s unique: compact design, simple operation
- Not suitable for: working at extreme heights, applications that require flexible positioning
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Bucket trucks
- Some typical applications: construction work, assembly work, rescue operations
- Ideal areas of use: construction sites, emergency situations
- What’s unique: mobility, flexible positioning
- Not suitable for: working indoors
How do I rent an aerial work platform?
Renting a MEWP on rentmas is done in a few simple steps. Select the type of MEWP or aerial work platform you want to rent, along with the location and dates you will need it for. Your search will give back a list of machines in order of shortest distance from the location you selected. If you have certain machine specs you’re looking for, you can use the platform’s filters to narrow down your search.
Once you’ve found the right MEWP, you can finalize your request by providing your billing and project site details. Add more machines to your request, or send your request with a single machine.
Our rental partner will then confirm availability of your requested machine(s). As soon as they approve the rental, you’ll receive an invoice from us and can pay the rental fee using your preferred method: bank transfer, credit card, Stripe, or SEPA Direct Debit.
Important considerations and safety requirements
- Training: Every operator should go through the appropriate training for use of the work platform they intend to operate, as well as complete any required certifications
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance and inspection of the work platform is essential to ensuring operational safety on the job site
- Working environment: Consider environmental conditions such as weather, ground conditions and size of any interior spaces
- Safety equipment: Always wear the prescribed protective equipment, including helmet and safety harness
- Load limits: Observe the specified load limits for each work platform
Choosing the right work platform depends on the requirements of your project. If you have any questions or uncertainties, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to provide you with the knowledge you need to match the right work platform to your project’s needs.
Advantages of rentmas
rentmas helps you quickly find the construction machines available for hire in your area. Simply select the type of machine you’re looking for, specify any characteristics or attachments you need, and then choose from the list of machines you get back from your search. After you’ve submitted your rental request, rentmas will step in and take care of the rest: logistics, from transport to insurance to invoicing, and beyond. So sit back and enjoy the many perks of the signature rentmas digital rental process.
Logistics on us
From transport to insurance to invoicing, rentmas takes care of all logistics and paperwork. Stick with us and get full-service project management at no extra cost.
24/7 rentals – ideal for last-minute requests
Being an online platform, our service is available around the clock. No need to take working hours into consideration – you can book a machine at any time.
Need a last-minute machine for tomorrow? No problem. Request a machine now on rentmas.
Transparent pricing
We believe in full transparency, especially when it comes to rental costs. We work with our partners to give you the best pricing for your rental and transport to and from the construction site.
The most competitive transport prices
Save yourself unnecessarily higher transport costs and long delivery times – with the rentmas platform you can find the machines you need and as close to your project site as possible.
Trust is great, insurance is better
With our included liability and damage insurance, you are well protected against unpleasant surprises, letting you invest 100% into focusing on your work.
Easy renting
Con la nostra assicurazione all-risk e danni inclusa, sei ben protetto da spiacevoli sorprese e puoi concentrarti sul tuo lavoro al 100%.
Rent, don’t buy
Renting construction equipment offers your company the advantage of matching the latest models of the best machines to each of your individual projects.
Renting also comes with the comfort of never having to worry about regular maintenance or storage of the equipment, which is taken care of by the supplier.
Everything, everywhere
Our widespread supplier network means we always have a rental solution that’s never too far away. You can rent all the equipment for each of your projects and get next-day delivery.