What It Means to Hire a Boom Lift
Choosing the right cherry picker isn’t just a box to tick, it’s what keeps your project moving. Concord Access Solutions supplies cherry pickers and boom lifts across Africa and Southern Africa, with working heights from 16m to 57m. The fleet covers electric, diesel, articulated, telescopic, crawler and trailer-mounted machines – so you can match the equipment to the job, not the other way around. With fast delivery and short lead times, you can get working sooner.
Cherry Picker Working Heights
How to choose the right cherry picker for hire?
Select the right cherry picker (also known as boom lift) based on working height and site conditions. Each range below points you to the most suitable solution, with typical applications for guidance.
16m–18m
Electric boom lift hire and diesel articulated boom lifts are used where flexible reach is needed around obstacles.
- Cherry picker for construction and facility maintenance
- Signage and structural access, including cherry picker for signage installation
- Mixed indoor and outdoor sites
- Working around obstructions
20m–24m
Diesel articulated boom lifts and track-mounted units are used for mid-height exterior and industrial access.
- Building façades and streetlighting
- High-bay warehousing
- Active construction environments
- Frequent repositioning on site
26m–33m
Telescopic boom lift hire and diesel telescopic boom lifts are used for long-reach, direct-access applications.
- Telecoms and infrastructure work
- Industrial construction sites
- Straight-line access requirements
- Precision work at height
34m–43m+
Super boom lifts and truck-mounted platforms are used for maximum height and specialist applications.
- High mast and large-scale industrial work
- Crane-alternative applications
- Complex access environments
- Extreme height requirements
OUR RANGE OF BOOM LIFTS / CHERRY PICKERS FOR HIRE
Electric vs Diesel – Which to Choose
Electric Boom Lifts – Quiet, low-emission operation
- Quiet, low-emission operation
- Ideal for indoor and enclosed spaces
- Best on smooth, level surfaces
- Well-suited to maintenance and facility work
Diesel Boom Lifts – Built for outdoor and rough terrain
- Built for outdoor and rough terrain
- More power and longer runtime
- 4×4 system for raw sites
- Better for construction and industrial sites
How to Choose the Right Boom Lift or Cherry Picker
The Working Height
Start with your working height, then add a buffer of at least 1 metre so you’re not operating at full extension. From there, think about what you’re lifting. Platform capacity needs to account for both people and tools. Browse our electric boom lifts for indoor work or diesel boom lifts for outdoor sites.
The Site
Next, consider the site itself. Indoor jobs typically require electric machines, while outdoor or uneven terrain calls for diesel or 4×4 units. If you need to work around obstacles, an articulated boom is usually the better option. For straight reach, telescopic machines are more effective.
Getting these basics right upfront saves time and avoids unnecessary complications later.
Cherry Picker Hire with Full On-Site Support
Choosing the right machine is only the start. What sets Concord Access Solutions apart is support that continues throughout the job, helping keep equipment reliable, safe and productive on site.
Built-in reliability & protection
Long-term performance is supported from the start, not added as an afterthought.
- Full maintenance included for the duration of your hire
- Tailored service plans for longer or high-use projects
Smarter fleet control
Visibility and insight that help you stay ahead of issues before they slow you down.
- Real-time telematics for remote machine monitoring
- On-demand diagnostics to support uptime and planning
Support when and where it’s needed
Practical, hands-on assistance for real site conditions – not just call centre support.
- Field technicians available for on-site intervention
- Operator training to ensure safe, compliant machine use
Cherry Picker Hire — Delivery, Operators & Site Requirements
Delivery is available across South Africa, with quick turnaround times depending on availability. Cherry picker hire rates and minimum hire periods vary based on machine type; contact us for a quote.
We offer competency training on site if required. Need a cherry picker with operator hire? We supply qualified, certified operators so your team can focus on the job. Just a note: before delivery, sites should be ready for safe operation, including stable ground, clear access and the necessary safety requirements in place.
If required, we also offer a free site inspection.
Cherry Picker Hire Across South Africa – JHB, CPT & DBN
Whether you need a cherry picker or boom lift in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Richards Bay, the Eastern Cape, or anywhere across South Africa, including mining, construction, and industrial sites in neighbouring countries, our fleet is ready with fast delivery and on-site support.
Contact your nearest depot:
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Johannesburg: +27 11 393 6437
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Cape Town: +27 79 873 8251
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Durban / KwaZulu-Natal: +27 74 589 2675
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Richards Bay: +27 87 023 0631
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Port Elizabeth: +27 83 994 0712
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We deliver cherry pickers and boom lifts across South Africa, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, and surrounding areas. If you’re searching for cherry picker hire near me, chances are we have a depot nearby. Contact us for fast delivery to your site.
Cherry picker hire costs in South Africa vary by working height, machine type, and hire duration. Smaller electric boom lifts from 16m are the most affordable option, while larger diesel telescopic and super boom lifts up to 57m are priced based on reach and capability. Cherry picker hire prices and hire rates depend on whether you need the machine for a day, a week, or long-term. Get a competitive same-day quote tailored to your project.
Cherry picker vs boom lift: a “cherry picker” is a general term commonly used across South Africa for any aerial work platform with a hydraulic arm. “Boom lift” is the more specific industry term that covers articulated boom lifts (which reach around obstacles) and telescopic boom lifts (which extend straight out for maximum reach). At Concord Access Solutions, our cherry picker hire fleet includes both types.
Yes. In South Africa, operators must be trained and certified to operate boom lifts and cherry pickers. Valid certifications include OPO (Operator Proficiency) and IPAF licences. If your team is not certified, Concord Access Solutions offers cherry picker with operator hire, where a qualified operator comes with the machine, as well as on-site competency training for cherry picker licence South Africa compliance. Contact us for training.
Cherry picker vs scaffolding: for short-term work, boom lifts are often faster and more cost-effective than erecting scaffolding. They also provide greater flexibility for reaching different areas without re-erection, saving both time and labour costs on site.
Yes. Electric boom lift hire is designed for indoor use with low noise and no emissions. Browse our range of electric boom lifts and mast booms for indoor applications.
Lead times vary, but early booking is recommended, especially for larger machines. Concord Access Solutions offers fast delivery with short lead times across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Contact us to check availability for your dates.
Articulated boom lift hire, articulated booms reach around obstacles with multiple pivot points for flexible positioning. Telescopic boom lift hire, telescopic booms provide straight, extended reach for direct access at height.