When working at height indoors, whether it’s for maintenance, construction, or repairs, safety and efficiency are paramount. Push Around Scissor Lifts — a type of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) — have become the go-to solution for various industries needing quick, secure, and flexible access to elevated areas. These compact and robust machines are designed for low-level indoor access work, offering a safer alternative to ladders and scaffolding. At Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd, we specialise in supplying these essential tools to businesses across London and Croydon, helping you get the job done with ease and confidence.
In this blog, we’ll explore why Push Around Scissor Lifts are the best choice for indoor jobs, their key features and uses, and how hiring from Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd can support your next project.
What Are Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)?
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), often referred to as push around scissor lifts, are machines designed to safely lift workers to elevated positions, allowing them to perform tasks at height. Unlike other types of aerial lifts, Push Around Scissor Lifts are manually positioned, lightweight, and extremely easy to manoeuvre, making them ideal for indoor workspaces.
They are known by various names, including:
- Push Around Scissor Lifts
- Low-Level Access Platforms
- Pop Up Platforms
Regardless of the name, these machines provide a safe, stable working platform that can be raised and lowered to specific heights, allowing workers to carry out tasks like electrical installations, lighting repairs, ceiling work, and more, with complete stability and control.
Why Push Around Scissor Lifts Are Ideal for Indoor Jobs
1. Compact and Slimline Design
Indoor job sites such as offices, warehouses, retail stores, and commercial buildings often have narrow spaces, low ceilings, and areas where manoeuvrability is limited. Push Around Scissor Lifts are specifically designed for these environments. Their compact footprint allows them to fit through standard doorways and navigate confined areas effortlessly, ensuring they can be deployed anywhere inside a building.
Their slimline design makes them particularly useful in:
- Corridors
- Tight workspaces
- Between racks in warehouses
This compact size reduces the need for additional labour or disruption, allowing you to move the lift from one area to another with minimal effort.
2. Lightweight and Easy to Transport
Another advantage of Push Around Scissor Lifts is their lightweight construction. Built from high-strength materials like aluminium, these lifts are easy to transport to and from job sites, reducing both transport costs and setup time. For indoor work that requires frequent repositioning, this is a major advantage over heavier equipment.
At Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd, we offer lightweight MEWPs that can be transported quickly, making them perfect for projects with tight deadlines or multiple locations.
3. Safe Working at Height
Working at height comes with inherent risks, but Push Around Scissor Lifts offer a safer alternative to ladders and scaffolding. They help you comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, ensuring that your team is always working in a secure, stable environment. With advanced safety features, these lifts provide peace of mind for both workers and employers.
Key safety features include:
- Saloon safety gates that close automatically behind the operator, reducing the risk of falling.
- Anti-surf brakes, which prevent the lift from moving while raised, adding an extra layer of safety.
- Emergency lowering levers in case of power loss, ensuring workers can safely descend.
- Tilt sensors that ensure the lift is only used on level ground, preventing operation in unsafe conditions.
These safety features make Push Around Scissor Lifts one of the safest options for indoor work at height.
4. Increased Productivity
One of the main reasons contractors and businesses choose Push Around Scissor Lifts is their ability to increase productivity on the job. These lifts are designed for quick setup and easy operation, with simple controls that allow one person to raise and lower the platform smoothly.
Their ease of use, combined with the stability they provide, enables workers to focus on the task at hand without the need for constant readjustments or time-consuming setup. This means more time working and less time worrying about safety or equipment placement.
5. Maintenance-Friendly Design
The Pop Up MEWP range, available from Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd, is designed with maintenance in mind. Each model features an easy pull-out tray, making it simple to access key components for routine inspections or repairs. This minimises downtime and keeps your projects running smoothly, reducing delays and maintenance costs.
The Pop Up Push Around Scissor Lifts We Offer
At Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd, we provide a range of Pop Up Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and Push Around Scissor Lifts designed to meet the specific needs of indoor jobs. Whether you’re working in a tight commercial space or need a stable platform for routine maintenance, we have the right equipment for you.
Pop Up Pro Push Around Lift Range
Our Pop Up Pro range offers three different models with varying platform heights, ensuring there’s a lift for every type of indoor project:
- Pro 6 – 2m platform height for low-level access tasks.
- Pro 8 – 2.5m platform height for standard maintenance work.
- Pro 10 – 3m platform height for more elevated access.
These models are compact yet sturdy, making them perfect for indoor use in warehouses, offices, retail spaces, and more.
Key Features of the Pop Up MEWPs
- No need for stabilisers: The Pop Up range is designed to be stable without the need for additional stabilisers, allowing for quick deployment.
- Advanced safety features: Includes saloon gates, auto anti-surf brakes, and tilt sensors to ensure safe use on level floors.
- Easy operation: Simple controls mean workers can easily adjust the height of the platform, with both hands safely in the basket.
- Slimline design: These lifts are designed to fit through standard doorways, ensuring they can be used throughout your site.
Why Hire Push Around Scissor Lifts from Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd?
When you’re looking for MEWP hire in London, Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd is your trusted partner. With over four decades of experience supplying lifting and access equipment to construction sites and businesses throughout London and Croydon, we understand the importance of having reliable, high-quality equipment on site.
Here’s why customers choose us:
- Family-Run Business Since 1980
With over 40 years of industry experience, we’ve built a reputation for professionalism, outstanding service, and value. Our local knowledge and expertise make us the ideal choice for businesses looking to hire MEWPs and other access equipment in the London area. - Wide Range of Equipment
We offer a variety of scissor lifts, MEWPs, and other access solutions, ensuring that we can meet the specific needs of your project. Whether you need equipment for a short-term job or a long-term hire, we can provide the right tools. - Outstanding Customer Support
Our team is always available to offer advice, support, and assistance when it comes to choosing the right equipment for your project. We work with businesses of all sizes, from small contractors to large construction firms, delivering tailored solutions every time. - Flexible Hire Options
Whether you need to hire a Pop Up Mobile Elevating Work Platform in Croydon for a day, a week, or longer, we offer flexible hire terms to suit your project’s timeline and budget.
Contact Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd for Push Around Scissor Lift Hire in London
If you’re ready to take your indoor projects to the next level with safe, reliable, and efficient access equipment, contact Hoist and Plant Hire Co Ltd today. We offer a wide selection of Push Around Scissor Lifts and Pop Up MEWPs for hire across London and Croydon.
For more information or to request a quote, call us at 0845 8800790 or email quotes@hoistandplant.co.uk. Let us provide you with the equipment you need to get the job done safely and efficiently.