Top 5 Most-Hired Access Machines This Winter

Winter brings tighter deadlines, reduced daylight, and often more indoor installation and maintenance work. That’s why contractors are turning to compact, energy-efficient access platforms that deliver safe, dependable performance — without slowing down productivity.

Here are the top 5 most-hired access machines this winter and why they’re proving essential on sites across Ireland.

1. 19ft Electric Scissor Lift – The Winter Workhorse

The 19ft electric scissor remains one of the most in-demand machines year-round, but winter makes it even more valuable.
Why contractors choose it:

• Ideal working height for lighting installs, electrical work, maintenance, and fit-outs

• Narrow width for navigating corridors and tight warehouse aisles

• Quiet, zero-emission operation — perfect for indoor projects

• Reliable batteries for full-day use even in colder conditions

Most common winter uses: shopping centre works, warehouse installs, hotel refurbishments, and general M&E projects.

2. 13ft Micro Scissor Lift – Compact, Agile, and Indoor-Ready

When space is limited, the 13ft micro scissor lift shines.
Why it’s popular in winter:

• Ultra-compact footprint for congested indoor sites

• Fits through standard doorways without issue

• Lightweight and non-marking — ideal for finished floors

• Quick to deploy for small reactive jobs

Most common winter uses: reactive maintenance, facilities management work, retail fit-outs, and tight access areas.

3. Compact Push-Around Mast Lift – Lightweight Precision

The push-around mast lift continues to grow in popularity for short-duration tasks.
Why contractors love it:

• Simple, quick, one-person operation

• Extremely lightweight for mezzanines and sensitive floors

• No drive system means fewer components and reduced risk

• Perfect for electricians and facilities teams needing quick access without the hassle of a powered machine

Most common winter uses: sensor replacements, HVAC maintenance, signage work, and quick indoor installs.

4. 38ft Electric Boom Lift – Quiet Reach for Large Indoor Jobs

For projects that require up-and-over reach — especially in cold, wet, or restricted outdoor conditions — the 38ft electric boom is a favourite.
Why it dominates winter projects:

• Delivers both height and outreach without emissions

• Ideal for large indoor environments like logistics centres

• Smooth, precise controls

• Superb for areas that a scissor lift can’t access directly

Most common winter uses: high-level M&E installs, warehouse maintenance, plant upgrades, and commercial refurbishments.

5. 10ft Push-Around Scissor Lift – Safe Alternative to Ladders

Short, simple tasks don’t need big machines — and winter often means more indoor maintenance.
Why this lift is so popular:

• Fast, safe replacement for ladders

• Extremely compact and user-friendly

• Ideal working height for ceiling-level tasks

• Perfect for teams who need multiple units across a building

Most common winter uses: office maintenance, low-level installs, decorating, and small facility works.

Why These Machines Are in Such High Demand

Across all industries, winter brings:

• More indoor work due to weather

• Shorter working hours, increasing the need for efficiency

• More reactive maintenance in commercial buildings

• Tighter schedules leading up to year-end projects

These access platforms provide the perfect balance of working height, compact dimensions, zero-emission operation, and quick deployment — everything winter projects require.

Need Access Equipment This Winter?

Dromad Hire provides quality-approved access machines, rapid delivery, and 24/7 customer support, ensuring your project stays on track — no matter the season.

Whether you need a single scissor lift or a full fleet of winter-ready access platforms, our team is here to help.

Contact us now