Find access hire for fitouts, maintenance and shutdown work. Compare working height, outreach, machine width and surface suitability.
For teams comparing working height, outreach, terrain, platform size and site access.
Compare working height, outreach and machine width before you shortlist.
Check whether the machine suits slab, indoor work or rough terrain.
Separate scissor lifts, boom lifts and EWPs by reach, platform and surface.
Access hire works best when working envelope and site constraints are checked together. Use this page to compare scissor and boom options by reach, terrain and access fit.
For EWP hire, scissor lift hire and boom lift hire, working height is only one part of the decision. Platform capacity, outreach, machine width, power type, tyre type and surface suitability matter just as much.
Indoor fitouts, shutdowns, facade work and maintenance jobs can each require a different access setup, even when the headline height looks similar.
Scissor lift vs boom lift
Scissor lifts are commonly chosen for vertical work on suitable surfaces. Boom lifts are often preferred where outreach around obstacles is required.
Narrow-access vs larger-platform machines
Narrow units improve entry through constrained paths, while larger platforms may support broader working areas and tool movement at height.
Choose by working envelope
Use scissor lifts where work is mostly vertical and the surface is suitable. Use boom lifts when the platform must reach out, up and around obstacles.
Check entry path and surface
Door widths, slab ratings, ground slope, tyre marking rules and outdoor terrain can decide whether an access machine is practical.
Confirm working height, platform height and outreach are being compared consistently.
Check whether indoor work needs electric power or non-marking tyres.
Confirm operator licence, harness and site safety requirements before the hire starts.
What access specs should I compare first?
Compare working height, outreach, platform size, machine width, power type and surface suitability.
When is a boom lift better than a scissor lift?
Use a boom lift when the task needs outreach around obstacles. Use a scissor lift for mostly vertical access on suitable ground.
Is access hire different from lift hire?
Yes. Access hire is about reaching work areas safely. Lift hire is about moving and placing loads such as pallets, steel or materials.