What Is Range of Motion?
Telescopic and articulating boom lifts rotate, elevate and extend multiple boom sections to help operators access difficult to reach worksites.
Continue ReadingMEWPs vs. Scaffolding
Prior to the introduction of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) in the 1970s, construction industry professionals relied almost exclusively on ladders and scaffolding to access major work at height projects.
Continue ReadingBIM Provides a Digital, Dynamic Representation of Jobsites
Technology is changing the way business the world does business.
Continue ReadingTire and Steering Options for MEWPs
In order for your customers to get the maximum performance out of a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), it is important that you consider what type of tire or track is best suited for their worksite environment and needs.
Continue ReadingTen Safety Tips for Operating Mobile Elevating Work Platforms on the Jobsite
At Genie, our number one priority is to provide safe, productive mobile elevating work platforms for our customers.
Continue ReadingUtilize Telematics to Maintain a MEWP Fleet
Increased market competition and competitive rental rates are significant challenges for rental companies.
Continue ReadingUpdated Training Requirements
One of the biggest challenges facing our industry today is how to increase awareness about why safety training is so important.
Continue ReadingMEWP Safe Use Plan Guidance
The operation of any Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) is subject to certain hazards that can be protected against only by the exercise of intelligence, care and common sense, and not by any device.
Continue ReadingGuidelines for Returning a Damaged MEWP to Service
Although not a common occurrence, aerial equipment — like all machinery — can be involved in an incident that causes damage to the unit.
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