Boom lifts usually use an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for lifting individuals or supplies. These machinery are normally used in the construction industry as well as in utility applications. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic booms are known to have a straight arm that increases in height and extends in length. Additionally, articulating booms are designed to be raised, but provide a multi-piece arm for the ability of reaching an elevated place or work platform. Both articulating booms and telescopic booms can be self-contained with their own drive trains, or could be mounted on trailers or vehicles. Some models use wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
The telehandler has a telescopic boom that incorporated into the machinery. These boom lifts are easy to maneuver all over a construction site due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Choosing the proper boom to meet your specific requirements means analyzing certain product specifications and features. Like for example, the working height, the lift or load capacity and the width horizontal reach are basic measurements to think about. The different platform styles and the power system options are other important features to consider.
Boom lift platforms are typically made from steel, and will often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Several boom lift styles provide tri-entry features that provide sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform and the front of the platform. Platform accessories consist of air lines, additional railings, welder leads and travel alarms. Tool trays and work lights are available as well. When it comes to power options, several units are available with 3-phase AC generator to allow welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, depending on the unit.
In terms of potential features, engine options and types of tires, boom lift units vary greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with foam or air, for example and they can be categorized as non-marking. There are models available that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift could use gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment could be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like: asynthetic motor oil and a battery blanket. There are numerous available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to ensure they are suitable for specific environments.