We transport our spider cherry picker to job sites on a trailer pulled by our truck. Together, the truck and trailer carry all the equipment and materials needed to complete our jobs efficiently and safely. To deploy the cherry picker safely, we require a space of at least 3.2 meters wide and 5 meters long. This provides enough room to fully extend the outriggers, which are essential for ensuring the stability of the cherry picker’s basket during operation. Despite its compact size, the machine has a basket-to-back boom length of approximately 5 meters, making it ideal for jobs where space is limited. Proper setup is crucial for both safety and efficiency. By carefully considering the placement of the truck and trailer, as well as the ground surface, we can minimise the risk of accidents, prevent damage to surrounding areas, and reduce any inconvenience to our customers and there neighbours.

One of the standout features of our spider cherry picker is its ability to operate on a variety of surfaces with minimal impact:

• Garden beds: The machine can drive over them without causing damage when handled correctly.
• Grass: It can traverse grassy areas safely, provided the ground is firm and the machine moves in a straight line.
• Soft or delicate ground: Boards can be placed under the tracks to prevent the ground from churning.

The spider cherry picker is also remarkably compact and agile:

• It can fit through gaps as narrow as 800mm, allowing it to squeeze through most garden gates.
• It will pass under spaces as low as 1.9 meters, shorter than most standard doorways.
• With the correct preparation, the machine can even climb up and down steps and span large gaps, making it incredibly versatile for tricky access situations.

In addition to its flexible track system, the cherry picker can be operated via remote control, enabling safe movement from a distance. This reduces the risk of accidents, increases precision, and allows us to navigate tight or challenging spaces without endangering the operator or surrounding property.

Operating the spider cherry picker safely is our top priority. To ensure both efficiency and safety on every job, we follow these key guidelines:

• Check ground stability: Always make sure the ground is firm before deploying outriggers. Never place outriggers on hollow surfaces, such as manhole lids, BT boxes, or any unstable ground.
• Protect soft surfaces: Use boards under the tracks when working on delicate or soft ground to prevent damage.
• Use remote control carefully: Keep the remote handy to move the machine safely, especially near obstacles or in confined spaces.
• Plan your movements: Think ahead to avoid unnecessary repositioning of the machine.
• Respect limits: Never exceed the maximum load or height restrictions of the cherry picker.

Thanks to its track system and remote control operation, the spider cherry picker can access tight spaces and tricky areas that larger machines simply cannot reach. Its versatility makes it ideal for a wide range of high-access tasks, including roof repairs, chimney maintenance, and other precise jobs at height.

Our spider cherry picker is more than just a machine—it’s a versatile, high-access solution that allows us to tackle jobs that would be difficult or impossible with conventional equipment. Its compact design, track system, remote control operation, and dual power sources make it ideal for working safely and efficiently in tight or delicate spaces. If you’d like to see the spider cherry picker in action and learn even more about its capabilities, check out our “Meet the Machine” video, which is packed full of facts about the Platformbasket 1890 Pro that you can see for yourself. Whether it’s roof repairs, chimney maintenance, or any high-access task, this machine gives us the flexibility, safety, and precision needed to get the job done right.