Horizon Platforms Blog

When looking for a MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform), there’s a lot to consider. You need to decide what reach you need your platform to have, choose between different types such as cherry pickers or scissor lifts, ensure your workers have the correct training for your platform type, and more. 

Powered access platforms are constantly advancing with new MEWP technologies that help increase the sustainability of your work-at-height.

When we immerse ourselves in the magic of live music or cinema, it’s easy to forget the behind-the-scenes work that brings our most memorable moments to life. One crucial contributor in the world of these creative industries is the humble cherry picker or scissor lift, playing an unassuming yet pivotal role in crafting some of the most iconic music and movie moments in history. 

Horizon Platforms are pleased to announce the launch of a new whitepaper aimed at the supermarket retail sector and the supply chain of contractors that support it. The whitepaper contains essential best practices for the specification of mobile extending work platforms (MEWPs) such as cherry pickers and scissor lifts. These are vital for essential works within retail spaces, particularly for projects concerning maintenance and refurbishment. The whitepaper also includes essential tips and advice around the safe operation of platforms in that environment.

Are you looking for a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) to aid a commercial fit out or shopfitting project?

A commercial fit out – whether it’s a new build, an office refurbishment or a shop fit out– demands speciality work-at-height access platforms which are both practical, lightweight and versatile enough to meet the requirements of a broad range of tradespeople. That means reliable, quality MEWPs, delivered and collected on schedule, are a must.

In this guide, we explain why a MEWP is essential for commercial fit-out projects and what you should consider before hiring one.