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Hire Scissor lifts

Scissor lifts for hire from 3.6 to 32 metres working height.

Hire Boom lifts

Cherry pickers for hire from 8 to 41 metres working height.

  • Fast Turnaround
  • Flexible Hire Terms
  • Delivered When You Need It

Powered Access Specialists – MEWP Hire, Sales and IPAF Training Backed by 30+ Years of Expertise

The Platform Centre provides fully maintained and LOLER-certified Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) for safe and compliant access platform hire across the UK.

Our powered access fleet includes scissor lifts, cherry picker boom lifts and low-level access platforms, all available for short-term and long-term rental.

In addition to MEWP hire, we also supply used access platforms for sale and deliver IPAF-approved MEWP training to keep your team working safely at height.

Operator using a Skyjack SJ6832 RT scissor lift to access CCTV and floodlight units at height

Our Most Popular Platforms and Services

Access platforms for every job – hire what you need, when you need it. No hassle. No delay. Just safe, reliable equipment delivered.

Genie GS‑1932 electric scissor lift in use – compact model ideal for indoor and outdoor site access
Scissor Lift Hire

Choose from compact and large-platform Genie electric scissor lifts, including popular models like the GS‑1932 and GS‑4046. Ideal for indoor or outdoor access tasks with flexible hire options.

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Niftylift HR12 4x4 self-propelled cherry picker with 12.1 metre working height for rough terrain access
Cherry Picker Hire

Hire articulating or telescopic cherry pickers for up‑and‑over access on complex sites. Available in electric, diesel or hybrid models – ideal for construction, FM, maintenance and signage work.

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JCB 540-170 telescopic handler on site – 17 metre reach for heavy lifting and construction use
Telehandler Hire

A leading selection of telehandlers for lifting, handling and logistics on site. Compact and high‑reach machines ideally suited to construction, house building, groundworks and industrial use.

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Indoor Lifts for Safe Low-Level Access

Ideal for safe indoor access, our range of low-level access platforms includes manual push-around lifts such as the PECO Lift (3.5 metres) and Ecolift (4.2 metres), as well as electric scissor lifts like the Youngman BoSS X3X (5.2 metres), Power Tower by JLG (5.1 metres) and Pop-Up Push 8 (4.5 metres). These compact, easy-to-manoeuvre platforms are perfect for facilities maintenance, retail fit-outs, warehousing and FM tasks. All models are LOLER-certified and designed for clean, quiet and efficient use in confined indoor environments.

Compact Vertical Mast Boom Lifts for Tight Indoor Access

Vertical mast boom lifts provide vertical-only reach in narrow spaces such as warehouse aisles, stockrooms and plant rooms. Their compact footprint and electric drive make them ideal for indoor maintenance tasks where precise positioning and safe working height are essential.

Articulating and Telescopic Cherry Pickers with Long Reach

Our fleet of cherry pickers includes articulating boom lifts and telescopic boom lifts with diesel or hybrid bi-energy power. Designed for working at height on complex sites, they offer excellent outreach for tasks such as cladding, steel erection, construction and signage installation.

Rough Terrain Scissor and Boom Lifts for Challenging Sites

Built for construction sites and uneven ground, our rough terrain scissor lifts and diesel-powered rough terrain boom lifts offer four-wheel drive, auto-levelling and large platform capacities. Ideal for outdoor work, each lift is serviced, LOLER-certified and ready for demanding environments.

Access Platforms Delivered On Time, Ready for Work

Manitou Vertical Mast Boom Lifts on Platform Centre Delivery Vehicle Ready for Site Delivery
Niftylift cherry picker boom lifts loaded on The Platform Centre flat-back delivery vehicle for site delivery

We supply our most popular powered access platforms across the West Midlands and beyond, with reliable delivery direct to your site. Our hire fleet includes scissor lifts, cherry pickers, boom lifts, vertical mast lifts and low-level access platforms. Each machine is fully maintained, LOLER-certified and arrives ready for use. We also offer IPAF-accredited operator training to support safe and compliant work at height.

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More Than Machines

Trusted Equipment.
Proven Service.
Real Experience.

Every delivery is more than just a machine – it’s the result of decades of powered access rental industry knowledge from a team that understands access platforms inside out. Led by hands-on directors with over 30 years’ experience, The Platform Centre provides equipment and support you can safely rely on.