Boom lifts normally use a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for raising people or supplies. These equipment are usually utilized in utility applications as well as in the construction business. The boom lifts fall under the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic or straight booms work to increase the height of operation as it extends in length. Articulating booms are also designed 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 can be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some units utilize wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms which incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are very simple to maneuver all around a construction location due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Choosing the proper boom to meet your specific requirements means analyzing particular product specifications and features. For instance, the working height, the load or lift capacity and the width horizontal reach are standard measurements to think about. The power system options as well as the various platform styles are other essential features to consider.
Boom lift platforms are usually made from steel, and would often have 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 both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories include welder leads, travel alarms, additional railings and air lines. Tool trays and work lights are available too. When it comes to power options, some units are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, depending on the model.
Boom lift units vary greatly, when it comes to engine options, potential features and tire types. The boom lifts tires can be filled with either foam or air. There are models available that are equipped with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift could utilize diesel fuel or gasoline. These equipment can be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like for instance: 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 certain environments.