History of bucket trucks

Bucket trucks were designed as a tool for easy fruit picking in orchards (hence the name cherry picker). The technology grew rapidly and the demand, as well as adaptations for bucket trucks, grew accordingly. People realized that these amazing utility trucks could be used for much more than just picking fruit. They can also be used to hang signs or decorations. Electricity and telephone wiring exploded in the early to mid-20th century. During that time, they were the ones who revolutionized business. They made workers more efficient and helped linemen get more done in a day. Without them, a weeklong job could take 20 days or more. They set the standard for efficiency.

Utility trucks in today’s world

Modernized trucks are used for thousands of jobs and even for recreation. Most jobs today are line jobs (telecom, cable, and electrical industries), forestry jobs like tree trimming, painting, sign and lighting repair or installation, window washing, production and photography, and much more. The increase in demand has forced manufacturers to adapt trucks to the needs of each industry. Now the industry has forestry trucks that have cab protectors, line trucks with insulated arms, articulated arms or telescopic arms. Retrofit trucks really help businesses and workers to be as safe and efficient as possible.

Buy

Bucket trucks are considered below market threshold. What that means is that it’s hard to find a quality one to buy, especially if it’s used. Used bucket truck dealers are a dime a dozen. If you are looking for quality equipment, I suggest you rent or buy your truck from a well-known dealer. Find a dealer who has been in the industry a long time. Make sure they specialize in renovations. Get references from your past clients and make sure they are really knowledgeable about the renewal process. Buying used equipment carries considerable risk. Operating a truck with a bucket is already dangerous enough, so it’s imperative not to take shortcuts in the restoration process. If you buy a new one, be prepared to pay a very high price. New bucket trucks are expensive and look a lot like cars, they lose money as soon as you take them over. Small businesses often buy used bucket trucks or rent them for long-term contracts. It is the most efficient way for them to do business. Even the biggest companies like to buy them used since even if repairs are needed, they end up being less expensive than if you were to buy a new one.

new found knowledge

We hope this article has helped you expand your knowledge of this amazing invention. If so, your point was made. Now, you can appreciate them and understand what bucket trucks are used for. At least you now know that they are one of the most useful and practical machines in the world today. Utility trucks are relatively dangerous, so be sure to take proper safety precautions as defined by OSHA, DOT, and ANSI before operating or being around one.