Boom lifts normally use a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for lifting individuals or supplies. These equipment are commonly used in the construction business as well as in utility applications. The boom lifts fall under the "aerial equipment" category.
Straight or telescopic booms work to increase the height of operation because 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 could be mounted on trailers or vehicles or could be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some units utilize 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 site due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Choosing the right boom to suit your specific needs means analyzing certain product specifications and features. Like for instance, the width horizontal reach, working height and the lift or load capacity are standard measurements to consider. The different platform styles as well as the power system options are other vital features to take into consideration.
Most boom lift platforms are made from steel. They generally include a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Some boom lift designs provide tri-entry features that offer sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform and both ends of the platform. Platform accessories comprise air lines, additional railings, welder leads and travel alarms. Tool trays and work lights are also available. In terms of power options, several units are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, depending on the unit.
Boom lift units differ greatly, when it comes to engine options, potential features and types of tires. The boom lifts tires can be filled with either air or foam. There are available units that are equipped with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift could use diesel fuel or gasoline. These machinery could be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package usually comes with accessories such as: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are numerous available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to ensure they are suitable for particular environments.