The boom lift will have a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for the purpose of raising individuals or materials. These equipment are usually utilized in utility applications and in the construction business. The boom lifts fall under the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic or straight booms work to increase the height of operation because it extends in length. Articulating booms are also made to raised, but will have an arm that can reach elevated places or a work platform. Both telescopic booms and articulating booms can be mounted on trailers or vehicles or could be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some models use wheels, while other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms that incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are really easy to maneuver all over a construction location due to their design being equipped with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the proper boom to suit your particular needs means analyzing specific features and product specifications. Like for example, the working height, the lift or load capacity and the width horizontal reach are basic measurements to consider. The various platform styles and the power system options are other essential 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. Some boom lift styles offer tri-entry features that provide sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories include travel alarms, welder leads, air lines and additional railings. Work lights and tool trays are available as well. When it comes to power options, some units are available with 3-phase AC generator to allow welding operations. The generator may be hydraulic-driven or belt-driven, which depends on the model.
When it comes to engine options, potential features and types of tires, boom lift units differ greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with air or foam, for instance and they could be categorized as non-marking. There are available models that are equipped with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift may use gasoline or diesel fuel. These machinery 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 styles and extra features available for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for particular settings.