Horizon Platforms Blog

Health and safety are important in any workplace, and working at height is far from an exception. Defined as working in any place where, without precautions, a person might fall a distance liable to cause personal injury, work at height is undeniably risky. However, with our essential steps, you can ensure your work at height task is as safe and compliant as possible.

Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs), also known as powered access or access platforms,  have significantly changed the landscape of working at height, providing a safer and more efficient approach. The future of MEWPs is characterised by practical innovation and emerging trends set to reshape the industry for the benefit of operators and businesses who rely on lifters to complete work.

In the Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) field, it’s no secret that opting for electric-powered access platforms is a significant step towards sustainability. These machines produce zero emissions when in use, reducing air pollution and minimising environmental impact. Also, with technological advancements, electric lifters offer comparative or greater operational and functional efficiencies when compared with their fuel powered counterparts. 

At Horizon Platforms, we know that when you hire one of our Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs), you’ll be considering not only the best machine for the job but also your goals as a business. So, if you’re a company that prizes sustainability in everything you do, you’ll want a powered access solution that helps to keep your carbon footprint low – and we’re more than happy to help you with that. 

Scissor lifts, which are types of MEWPs and elevate workers and materials to reach high places, have come a long way since their inception in the 1960s. Over the years, they have undergone remarkable advancements, adapting to the changing demands of various industries.