Abstract: A reconfigurable work platform for an aerial work platform system includes at least one outwardly tiltable portion on which an occupant of the work platform can lean so as to extend his or her lateral reach. This is useful when the work platform itself cannot be moved closer to a desired location. An aerial work platform system using such a reconfigurable work platform, and a method for reconfiguring a work platform are also contemplated.

Abstract: A reconfigurable work platform for an aerial work platform system is provided with at least one outwardly tiltable portion on which an occupant of the work platform can lean so as to extend his or her lateral reach. This is useful when the work platform itself cannot be moved closer to a desired location. An aerial work platform system using such a reconfigurable work platform, and a method for reconfiguring a work platform are also contemplated.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus for a mobile crane work platform comprising a telescopic mast with a base section, and a plurality of vertically movable sections, the work platform being connected by an articulated arm assembly to the highest deployed movable section of the mast, the telescopic mast being collapsible to a lowered position and extensible to a deployed position. The articulated arm is connected to the highest movable section laterally of the axis of the mast so that the arm is outside of a space between the mast and the work platform when in the lowered position to thereby minimize the horizontal length of the lifting apparatus.