The boom lift will have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of raising individuals or materials. These machinery are normally used 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 which increases in height and extends in length. Moreover, 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 self-contained with their own drive trains, or could be mounted on vehicles or trailers. Some units use wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms that incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are simple to maneuver around a construction site due to their design being outfitted with wheels and drive trains.
Analyzing certain product specifications and features is vital in choosing the correct boom to meet your specific requirements. Like for instance, the working height, the lift or load capacity and the width horizontal reach are standard measurements to consider. The power system options and the different platform designs 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 mid-rail, sliding gate. Some boom lift designs provide tri-entry features which offer sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform and both ends of the platform. Platform accessories include travel alarms, welder leads, air lines and additional railings. Work lights and tool trays are available too. In terms of power options, some models are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator could be hydraulic-driven or belt-driven, which depends 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 foam or air. There are models available that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift may utilize diesel fuel or gasoline. These equipment may be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories such as: asynthetic motor oil and a battery blanket. There are numerous extra features and styles available for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain settings.