Your specialist powered access hire partner in Edinburgh
If you need to work at height then Nationwide Platforms is your powered access rental partner. Whether it's roof maintenance work in Sighthill, building work in Leith or lighting work in Craigentinny, we can provide the right cherry picker for the job.
We have a local dedicated support team based in Broxburn, Edinburgh who are available to provide you specialist support and advice. We have one of the largest aerial platform fleets across the Midlothian with units ranging from 3m to over 90m and we have the right equipment when and wherever you need it.
The different types of Van and Truck Mounted Platforms we offer in Edinburgh
For your Edinburgh projects, we provide an extensive selection of van and truck mounted platforms. Our diesel-powered options come with multiple lifting capacities, ensuring you find the right platform to meet your specific job needs.
Edinburgh Van Mounted Platforms
For efficient and safe work at height in urban environments, our van mounted platforms with telescopic booms are perfect. They provide a reach of up to 16.5 meters and incorporate deploying stabilisers for added stability.
Key features include:
- More than 300 units available to hire across the UK
- Versalift boom assemblies on most models
- All vehicles comply to EN280:2001 and are CE certified
- Dual roof mounted beacons/working lights
- Reverse alarms and night switches
- Steel bulkheads
- Internal racking, ply lining and hot and cold hand wash unit option available
- Tracker devices available as options on long term hires
- Operated or self-drive options available
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Edinburgh Truck Mounted Platforms
For large-scale operations requiring extensive reach and heavy lifting, our truck mounted platforms are the perfect fit. We offer a diverse selection, featuring working heights spanning 13.3m to an impressive 90m, self-drive options up to 26m on 3.5T and 7.5T chassis, and SWLs up to 600kg.
Key features include:
- More than 290 units available to hire across the UK
- Working heights from 13.3m to 90m
- Self-drive options up to 26m (3.5T and 7.5T chassis)
- All vehicles available with experienced IPAF trained operators
- Most cost effective method of access for short term hires
- Large fleet of 4 wheel drive machines – ideal for off road application
- Narrow jacking and zero tail swing models available
- Models with SWL of up to 600kg
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Which platform is right for your project?
Van Mounted Platforms:
- Use for: Fast, mobile work in urban settings and confined spaces (streetlights, signage, tree care).
- Suited to: Jobs under 16.5m requiring frequent site changes.
- Pros: Excellent manoeuvrability, minimal traffic impact, often more cost-effective for shorter rentals.
- Cons: Less height and weight capacity compared to truck-mounted platforms.
Truck Mounted Platforms:
- Use for: Large-scale projects demanding substantial height and lifting strength (construction, bridges, tall buildings).
- Suited to: Jobs exceeding 16.5m involving heavy lifting.
- Pros: Superior reach and lifting capability, built for demanding tasks.
- Cons: Larger size, potential permit requirements, higher rental costs.
Making Your Selection:
- Vertical Reach: What height is needed?
- Lifting Capacity: What weight needs to be lifted?
- Jobsite Access: How accessible is the work area?
- Rental Duration: How long will the equipment be needed?
- Budgetary Considerations: What is the allocated budget?
Need help choosing the right platform? Contact us for professional assistance!
Uncertain which platform is best? Contact us for professional guidance!
Our range of access platforms include:
Our local services in Edinburgh include:
Our Edinburgh depot opening hours:
Monday: 8.00am - 5.30pm
Tuesday: 8.00am - 5.30pm
Wednesday: 8.00am - 5.30pm
Thursday: 8.00am - 5.30pm
Friday: 8.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Areas we cover in Edinburgh include:
- Alloa
- Cowdenbeath
- Dalkeith
- Dunbar
- Dunblane
- Dunfermline
- Edinburgh
- Falkirk
- Grangemouth
- Leith
- Livingston
- Musselburgh
- Stirling
Hire online at anytime
Need to book scissor lift or cherry picker hire in the evening or at the weekend? No problem.
You can now get an instant online quote and place your order any time of the day. Select a cherry picker, boom lift or scissor lift from our online hire range and complete your order without having to wait. Our Edinburgh based team will then get your equipment ready and delivered to wherever you need it.
