What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
The articulated boom lift is a heavy duty machinery capable of performing numerous jobs from construction applications to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights a lot efficient and safer.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are another term used for articulating boom lifts. These machinery can reach heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the specific lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with many bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms which allow the articulating lifts to reach over things and outwards as well as upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Both straight or telescoping boom lifts can work at heights from 46 to 86 feet. Unlike articulating lifts, these ones do not contain elbows and extend in a straight line. This simplifies some of the lift training but also restricts the areas which can be reached with it.
Advantages
The articulating boom lift design makes them the most able to negotiate around obstacles and objects. These lifts are offered in electrical models, have zero tail swing and are convenient for indoor application. These specific types of lifts are perfect for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
The A-Series Articulating Boom engineered by Skyjack was designed for utilizing many of their reliable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation which is standard equipped. Due to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight areas, this model also provides zero tail swing.
Skyjack is popular for its extreme terrains and positive traction. Many of their machinery offer axle based 4WD. These machines are known for having a rugged and dependable drive train and proven low maintenance. Additionally, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential unlock and lock switch. This allows the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough terrain.