‘World first’ hydrogen-powered access platform launched
Two British companies have launched what they claim is the world’s first hydrogen-powered boom lift.
Plant hire firm Speedy Hire and mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) manufacturer Niftylift worked together to create the zero-carbon access platform. It is part of a £9m investment in sustainable powered access products.
The companies said the zero-carbon MEWP is the first viable alternative to diesel-powered equipment available on the market, including in the early stages of construction sites, where electric is “virtually non-existent”.
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