Aerial Work Platform: Witnessing progressive infrastructure growth

by Charlie Ahuja Construction Equipment

Construction has been shifting towards innovation since the past few decades where majority of massive constructions have arisen from a zeal to look different and stand out. Aerial work platform play a pivotal role in construction where lifts that are a part of the aerial work platforms, are witnessing promisingly progressive growth prospects, with rising demand following a surge in infrastructural development projects worldwide. A research study on global aerial work platforms market, predicts construction industry in developing regions to support the market growth over the next decade. The market is expected to expand at 6% CAGR over 2018–2028, attaining a value of over US$ 14.5 billion by 2028 end. Aerial Work Platforms Market Expected to Witness a CAGR of 6% through 2018–2028. The advanced maintenance practices that are carried utilize higher levels of mechanization, including powered access. On the other side, aerial work platforms such as scissor lifts, and boom lifts tend to offer greater safety and allow faster maintenance.

Aerial Work Platforms in India

A growing number of companies in India are renting various types of AWPs to industrial plants, which also includes those AWPs with the functionality to clean up the dust accumulated on the roof of construction sites. Companies related to maintenance activities have been procuring a large number of AWP units over the years. For long-term advantage, companies seem to purchase their own equipment. It seems future will be dominated by electric device systems where there is a higher demand for solutions, equipped with eco-friendly electric systems. As electrically powered systems incorporate efficiency and extended battery life, prominent construction companies are increasingly incorporating sustainable equipment. Companies are focusing on meeting environmental norms to reduce carbon footprint, which will in turn boost the demand for sustainable AWPs in near future. Major drivers for AWP market growth in India will be due to exponential growth in the infrastructure segment and increase in demand for safe working practices soaring it to new heights.