The boom lift will have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of raising people or materials. These machinery are normally utilized in utility applications and in the construction business. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic or straight booms work to increase the height of operation because it extends in length. Articulating booms are also designed to raised, but would have an arm that could reach elevated places or a work platform. Both telescopic booms and articulating booms could be self-contained with their own drive trains, or can be mounted on trailers or vehicles. Several models use wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
The telehandler has a telescopic boom that incorporated into the machine. These boom lifts are simple to maneuver around a construction location due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Choosing the right boom to meet your specific needs means analyzing particular features and product specifications. Like for instance, the working height, the load or lift capacity and the width horizontal reach are standard measurements to consider. The various platform styles as well as the power system options are other important features to consider.
Boom lift platforms are normally made from steel, and will often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Some boom lift designs offer tri-entry features which offer sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories consist of air lines, additional railings, travel alarms and welder leads. Tool trays and work lights are available too. In terms of power options, some units are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be hydraulic-driven or belt-driven, which depends on the model.
Boom lift units differ greatly, in terms of engine options, potential features and tire types. The boom lifts tires can be filled with either air or foam. There are available units which are outfitted with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift could utilize diesel fuel or gasoline. These equipment could be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package usually comes with accessories like for example: asynthetic motor oil and a battery blanket. There are many different available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for particular environments.