Aerial work vehicles are specialized equipment used for various aerial work tasks and are widely used in industries such as construction, maintenance, installation, and cleaning. Based on the chassis structure, aerial work vehicles can be divided into crawler aerial work vehicles and vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles (also known as wheeled aerial work vehicles). These two types of work vehicles have significant differences in performance, applicable environment, and operating characteristics. This article will compare the differences between these two types of aerial work vehicles in detail, and highlight the advantages of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles.
Features of crawler aerial work vehicles
Crawler aerial work vehicles use crawlers as walking devices, which can travel in complex terrains, especially on soft, muddy or uneven ground. Crawler aerial work vehicles are usually used in the wild or in environments with poor terrain conditions, such as construction sites, forest maintenance and other scenes.
- Advantages of crawler aerial work vehicles
Strong off-road capability
The crawler aerial work vehicle has a large ground contact area and can maintain good grip on rugged, muddy, and soft ground. This makes it very suitable for working in the field or in areas with complex terrain, such as mountains, power line maintenance, forestry and other scenarios. - Good stability
- The design of the crawler tracks gives the vehicle better stability during high-load and high-altitude operations, especially on slopes and soft soil areas, it can maintain a stable operating state and reduce the risk of overturning.
- Suitable for severe weather conditions
- The crawler aerial work vehicle can still maintain good driving and operating performance in weather conditions such as rain and snow, and can continue to work in a variety of severe weather conditions.
- Disadvantages of crawler aerial work vehicles
Slow moving speed
The crawler aerial work vehicle has a slow driving speed, especially when driving on the road, and is less efficient. It usually needs to be transported to the construction site by a special transport vehicle. - Not suitable for hardened roads
- Crawler vehicles may damage the ground when driving on hardened roads (such as concrete and asphalt), so they are not suitable for operations in cities or industrial areas.
- Inconvenient transfer
- Crawler equipment is usually large in size, less flexible, and requires transportation for long-distance transfer, which makes it less efficient in operating scenarios that require frequent movement.
Features of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles
A vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicle is an aerial work device installed on a wheeled vehicle chassis, usually based on a truck or a special chassis. This design enables the vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicle to have good road driving ability and efficient operating performance, and is suitable for a variety of operating scenarios such as urban environments and industrial parks.
Advantages of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles
High mobility and flexibility The biggest advantage of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles is their excellent mobility. Due to the wheeled chassis, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles can travel freely on urban roads like ordinary vehicles and can quickly move from one work site to another. This is very beneficial for work that requires frequent transfers, especially in tasks such as urban maintenance, road engineering, and street light maintenance. Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles can greatly improve work efficiency.
Quick response and operation Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles can drive directly to the work site without additional transportation tools and can quickly start operations. After the vehicle arrives, the outriggers are unfolded and the equipment can enter the working state. This quick response feature gives vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles a clear advantage in emergency rescue, power maintenance and other time-sensitive tasks.
Suitable for urban and industrial environments Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are suitable for flat hardened ground, such as urban roads, factory areas, warehouses and other environments. They are particularly suitable for operations in relatively small spaces, such as urban aerial maintenance, billboard installation, tree pruning and other work. In addition, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles have a high speed and can easily move between urban roads without worrying about causing damage to the ground.
Easy to operate and low cost Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are usually designed to be simple and easy to operate, and operators can get started after a short training period. Compared with crawler-type vehicles, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are easier to maintain and have lower operating costs. Especially in daily maintenance operations, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles have become the first choice for many companies.
High versatility Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles can be customized according to different operating requirements, with a variety of operating heights and different boom types. For example, the design of telescopic arms and folding arms can adapt to the operating requirements of different heights and angles, especially in tasks such as building maintenance and lighting facility maintenance.
Environmentally friendly Modern vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are often equipped with hybrid or pure electric drive systems, which can effectively reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. They are very suitable for use in cities and meet environmental protection requirements.
Disadvantages of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles
Poor off-road capability Due to the use of wheeled chassis, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles have poor ability to travel and operate on soft and muddy ground, so they are not suitable for use in the wild or on uneven construction sites.
Need to deploy outriggers When performing aerial work, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles need to use outriggers to ensure stability, which may limit their operating range in some narrow or inconvenient sites where the outriggers are deployed.
Summary of the advantages of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles
With its efficient mobility, quick response and economy, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles have significant advantages in various scenarios that require efficient movement and fast operations. The following is a summary of the main advantages of vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles:
- Excellent mobility: vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles can travel freely on ordinary roads and quickly move from one work site to another, which is suitable for frequently moving aerial work tasks.
- Quick deployment: No additional transportation and complex installation are required. After arriving at the work site, the work can be quickly carried out, which greatly saves the work preparation time and improves work efficiency.
- Adapt to a variety of working environments: vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are suitable for hardened ground such as cities and industrial parks. They can operate flexibly in small spaces and are particularly suitable for tasks such as urban maintenance, street lamp maintenance, and billboard installation.
- Low maintenance cost: The vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicle has a relatively simple structure, is easy to operate and maintain, and reduces operating costs, especially in daily urban maintenance. The cost-effectiveness is extremely high.
- Environmental protection and energy saving: modern vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles use a more environmentally friendly power system, which meets the requirements of modern cities for environmental protection and low emissions.
Conclusion
Crawler aerial work vehicles and vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are each suitable for different work scenarios. Crawler aerial work vehicles have obvious advantages on rugged and complex terrains, and are suitable for aerial work in complex environments such as the field and mining areas. Vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles, with their excellent maneuverability, high work efficiency and low maintenance costs, have demonstrated strong competitiveness in urban, highway and industrial scenarios. For tasks that require frequent movement, vehicle-mounted aerial work vehicles are undoubtedly an ideal choice, especially in tasks such as urban infrastructure maintenance, street light repairs and billboard installations, its advantages are very obvious.
