The boom lift will have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of raising people or materials. These machinery are commonly used in utility applications as well as in the construction business. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Straight or telescopic booms work to increase the height of operation since it extends in length. Articulating booms are also made to raised, but would have an arm that could reach elevated locations or a work platform. Both articulating booms and telescopic booms can be mounted on vehicles or trailers or can be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some units utilize wheels, while other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
The telehandler has a telescopic boom which incorporated into the machinery. These boom lifts are easy to maneuver all over a construction location due to their design being equipped with drive trains and wheels.
Analyzing certain product specifications and features is vital in choosing the correct boom to suit your specific requirements. Like for instance, the load or lift capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are standard measurements to think about. The different platform designs as well as the power system options are other essential features to consider.
Boom lift platforms are usually made from steel, and will often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a mid-rail, sliding gate. Several boom lift designs offer tri-entry features which provide sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories comprise additional railings, air lines, welder leads and travel alarms. Work lights and tool trays are also available. When it comes to power options, several units are available with 3-phase AC generator to allow welding operations. The generator may be hydraulic-driven or belt-driven, depending on the unit.
When it comes to engine options, potential features and types of tires, boom lift models differ greatly. The tires on a boom lift could be filled with air or foam, for instance and they could be categorized as non-marking. There are models available that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift may utilize gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment can be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like for example: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are a lot of different styles and extra features available for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain environments.