The boom lift would have a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for the purpose of lifting people or supplies. These equipment are commonly utilized in utility applications and in the construction business. 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. In addition, articulating booms are designed to be raised, but offer a multi-piece arm for the ability of reaching an elevated location or 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 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 simple to maneuver all over a construction site due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Analyzing certain features and product specifications is vital in choosing the right boom to meet your particular requirements. For example, the lift or load capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are standard measurements to consider. The different platform designs as well as the power system options are other essential features to take into account.
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 designs provide tri-entry features which offer sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories comprise travel alarms, welder leads, additional railings and air lines. Tool trays and work lights are also available. When it comes to power options, several models are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, which depends on the unit.
Boom lift units differ greatly, in terms of engine options, potential features and types of tires. The boom lifts tires could be filled with either air or foam. There are available models that are outfitted with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift can use diesel fuel or gasoline. These equipment can be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories such as: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are many different available extra features and styles for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain environments.