Boom lifts usually utilize an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for raising individuals or materials. These machines are usually utilized in the construction business as well as in utility applications. The boom lifts fall under the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic booms are known to have a straight arm which extends in length and increases in height. Moreover, articulating booms are designed to be raised, but offer a multi-piece arm for the ability of reaching an elevated place or work platform. Both articulating booms and telescopic booms could be mounted on vehicles or trailers or could be self-contained with their own drive trains. Several models utilize wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms that incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are easy to maneuver all around a construction location due to their design being equipped with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the proper boom to meet your particular needs means analyzing specific features and product specifications. For example, the lift or load capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are standard measurements to think about. The various platform styles as well as the power system options are other important features to consider.
Most boom lift platforms are made from steel. They generally include a swing gate for walk-in access or a mid-rail, sliding gate. Some boom lift styles provide tri-entry features that provide sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform and both ends of the platform. Platform accessories comprise welder leads, travel alarms, additional railings and air lines. Tool trays and work lights are also available. In terms of power options, several models are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator can be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, depending on the model.
Boom lift units vary greatly, when it comes to engine options, potential features and types of tires. The boom lifts tires can be filled with either foam or air. There are models available that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift may use diesel fuel or gasoline. These machines may be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories such as: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are numerous available extra features and styles for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for specific settings.