Aerial Work Vehicle Hydraulic Cylinders

Hydraulic Cylinders in Aerial Work Vehicles

Hydraulic cylinders are the cornerstone of aerial work vehicles (AWVs), ensuring precise movement and stability of platforms such as scissor lifts, trailer-mounted boom lifts, engine-driven boom lifts, and vertical mast lifts. When working at height, reliability is non-negotiable, and working with FMPde experts ensures that safety and performance standards such as ANSI and CSA requirements are met. From leveling the work basket to extending the main boom, hydraulic cylinders enable AWVs to perform critical tasks in industries such as construction, maintenance, and utilities. Each type of cylinder, whether it is an upper leveling cylinder that keeps the main boom in a horizontal position or a main boom extension cylinder that controls the length of the boom, works together to provide smooth, controlled operation in demanding conditions.

In AWVs, specialized hydraulic cylinders serve distinct purposes to enhance functionality and safety. The cantilever cylinder adjusts the work basket’s horizontal angle, while the folding arm angle cylinder modifies the angle of articulated booms to meet diverse task requirements. Steering cylinders facilitate autonomous movement, and floating cylinders absorb shocks to maintain balance on uneven terrain. Meanwhile, the main boom angle cylinder supports the entire arm’s positioning, ensuring structural integrity at elevated heights. With a skilled engineering team behind their design, these cylinders deliver the precision and durability needed for aerial applications, making hydraulic systems indispensable for safe and efficient high-altitude operations.