WANT A LIFT Blog
Insights, Tips & Updates from
the Want A Lift Team
From the greater Twin Cities metro region, we’re keeping contractors, operators, and equipment owners in the loop with practical advice, industry news, and updates from the Want A Lift team.
Introducing the New MEC MME25: The Ultimate Single Man Mast Lift for Tight Spaces
Introducing the New MEC MME25: The Ultimate Single Man Mast Lift for Tight Spaces At Want A Lift Rental, we’re always expanding our fleet with cutting-edge equipment that makes your [...]
The Importance of Aerial Lift Maintenance
Aerial Lift Maintenance: Why Regular Service Keeps Your Equipment Safe and Efficient Aerial lifts—such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, and vertical mast lifts—are essential for safely [...]
Top 4 Things to Consider When Purchasing a New Scissor Lift
Top 4 Things to Know When Purchasing a New Scissor Lift When it comes to elevating your team safely and efficiently, a scissor lift is often the go-to piece of equipment. Whether you’r[...]
Using Scissor Lifts & Boom Lifts in Cold Weather
Using Scissor Lifts and Boom Lifts in Cold Weather As winter continues to hit us with bitter temperatures, many face challenges when it comes to operating heavy equipment outdoors, par[...]
Everything You Need to Know About Atrium Boom Lifts
The Ultimate Equipment for Tight Spaces When you’re working on a construction or maintenance project, having the right equipment is crucial for safety, efficiency, and getting the job [...]
New Rental Equipment Added to our Rental Fleet! Equipter RB4000
We are excited to continue to grow our rental fleet and offer different and unique types of equipment to help you get your projects done quickly and more efficiently. The newest equip[...]
SkyTrak Operator Orientation Video
Proper Operator Training is essential and required by OSHA for all forklift and aerial lift operators. There are a number of different resources out there to help assist companies in [...]
Now Renting Telehandlers!
Want A Lift Is Now Renting Telehandlers We are excited to announce the addition of telehandlers to our rental fleet. Whether used for agriculture applications or on a construction sit[...]
Walk-Around Inspection – Electric Scissor Lift Inspection
A Walk-Around Inspection must be conducted before a lift is used each day or at the beginning of each shift. The Operation and Safety Manual outlines exactly what you need to look at [...]
General Aerial Lift Safety
Aerial Lift Safety Work in aerial lifts and elevated platforms can be inherently dangerous, and additional hazards can be introduced based on the type of tasks being performed while e[...]
Boom Lift Safety
Top 6 Boom Lift Safety Tips Boom lifts are a useful and helpful piece of equipment for completing of many construction projects. Because of the size, scale, and structure of boom lift[...]
Workplace Safety
The Importance of Workplace Safety It is important for everyone on a jobsite to take the necessary steps to ensure the working environment is safe. It is impossible to foresee and pre[...]
What is the Difference between an Articulating boom and a Telescopic boom?
What Is the Difference Between an Articulating Boom and a Telescopic Boom? A boom lift, sometimes referred to as a cherry picker, can be a very useful piece of equipment on a variety[...]
JLG, Genie and SkyJack Electric Scissor Lifts
Electric Scissor Lifts: Understanding the Differences Between Brands and Models There are several manufacturers that produce electric scissor lifts in the United States, with some of [...]
Benefits of Renting Aerial Lift Equipment
Are You Aware of the Benefits of Renting Aerial Lift Equipment? Many companies already see the value in renting aerial lift equipment. For companies that have not considered the renta[...]