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Economies of labor and equipment are being achieved in the utility industry through the use of material-handling aerial devices. Proper designs and configurations are achieved by giving consideration to factors such as operating methods, intended uses, material-handling components, boom construction, safety factors, chassis requirements and testing.

The options for powering aerial lift devices are multiple. The choice of the most appropriate and economic configuration of truck engine and lift power supply is dependent on the type of work assignment the vehicle is used for and on the power supply combination. Power sources can be gasoline, diesel, propane and electric. Typical unit work assignments are service/trouble, line service/maintenance, line construction/material handling, and tree trimming.