With the arrival of spring, tree care and green maintenance activities enter their busiest period. Pruning, tree work, thinning and maintenance operations in parks and gardens increase significantly, often in environments where limited space, uneven ground and natural obstacles make every task more challenging.
In these scenarios, tracked aerial platforms, more commonly known as ‘spider lifts‘, represent the most effective solution for professionals working in green maintenance. Their technical design clearly sets them apart from traditional platforms: tracks ensure traction and stability on rough terrain, articulated booms provide full freedom of movement, and variable stabilisation systems allow the machine to level itself even on steep or uneven surfaces.
The result is a machine that can operate in places where a truck-mounted or wheeled platform would struggle.
Stability and outreach: key elements in tree care
When working on tall trees, height is only part of the challenge. Maintaining control on soft or sloped terrain, positioning the machine accurately in relation to the canopy and accessing it from the side are equally critical factors.
Spider lifts address these needs through a combination of technical features working together.
- Rubber tracks distribute the load over a larger contact area than wheels, reducing pressure on the ground: a critical factor when working on grass, shallow roots or uncompacted ground;
- Systems with independent, adjustable stabilizers allow the machine to be leveled even on steep slopes, keeping the main boom vertical and ensuring the safety of the basket at height;
- Reach completes the picture: the more manageable it is, the fewer repositioning maneuvers are needed to cover the entire canopy, which improves efficiency and safety. On large trees, this ability to work at greater reaches can make a significant difference in the time required for the job.
Easy Lift RA24, RA26 and RA31: spider lifts for pruning and green maintenance
Within the Easy Lift range, the RA24, RA26 and RA31 models are particularly well suited for arboriculture applications, each designed to meet different operational needs.
RA24
The ’RA24 is the ideal choice when precision and continuity are essential. Its 12-metre outreach with no load restrictions, combined with the double pantograph system, allows operators to follow the canopy while maintaining a constant distance, reducing repositioning time.
RA26
The RA26 offers greater working range, with a working height of 26 metres and up to 14.5 metres of outreach. Its articulated jib and ability to work below ground level make it especially effective when dealing with obstacles or complex working angles.
RA31
The RA31 is designed for more demanding operations. With over 30 metres of working height, flexible stabilisation configurations and high base stability, it ensures precise operation even on large and complex tree structures.
Easy Lift at key tree care events
Interest in these applications continues to grow internationally, as confirmed by the spring event calendar in the United States, as already mentioned in this article.
At the end of March, Easy Lift dealer UPequip will be exhibiting at Arbor Expo (March 26–27, Springfield, Massachusetts), one of the leading events for tree care professionals in the U.S. Models on display will include the RA24, RA26 and RA31.
In April, the programme continues with ArborFest (April 9–11, Asheville, North Carolina), where visitors will have the opportunity to see Easy Lift spider lifts up close and explore their applications in real tree care operations.
Choosing the right aerial platform for arboriculture is not a detail. It directly impacts efficiency, safety and the ability to operate in challenging environments.
Easy Lift spider lifts are designed with this in mind: compact when space is limited, stable when it matters most, and equipped with the outreach and flexibility required for green maintenance operations.
