Boom lifts generally utilize a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for lifting people or materials. These equipment are commonly utilized in the construction business as well as in utility applications. 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 designed to raised, but would have an arm which can reach elevated locations or a work platform. Both telescopic booms and articulating booms can be mounted on vehicles or trailers or can be self-contained with their own drive trains. Several units utilize wheels, while other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms which incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are simple to maneuver all over a construction location due to their design being outfitted with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the right boom to suit your specific needs means analyzing particular product specifications and features. Like for example, the lift or load capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are standard measurements to consider. The different platform styles and the power system options are other important features to take into consideration.
Boom lift platforms are typically made from steel, and would often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Several boom lift styles provide tri-entry features which provide sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform as well as both ends of the platform. Platform accessories comprise welder leads, travel alarms, air lines and additional railings. Work lights and tool trays are also available. When it comes to power options, some models are available with 3-phase AC generator to allow welding operations. The generator can be hydraulic-driven or belt-driven, depending on the model.
Boom lift units differ greatly, in terms of engine options, potential features and types of tires. The boom lifts tires can be filled with either air or foam. There are available models that are equipped with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift could utilize gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment may be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are a lot of different available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain settings.