What Exactly Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial machinery that is utilized in various applications from construction to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights much efficient and safer.
Height
Articulating booms are also called knuckle boom lifts. These machinery can reach heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the particular lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms which allow the articulating lifts to reach over objects and outwards in addition to upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Telescoping or straight boom lifts have a working height which ranges from forty six to 86 feet. Unlike articulating lifts, these ones do not have elbows and extend in a straight line. This simplifies some of the lift training but also restricts the areas which could be reached with it.
Advantages
The articulating boom lift design makes them the most able to negotiate around obstacles and objects. These lifts are convenient for indoor application, available in electrical models and have zero tail swing. These specific types of lifts are perfect for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has built the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most reliable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. Thanks to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight areas, this particular model provides zero tail swing as well.
Skyjack is known for offering positive traction and extreme terrain ability. These features are offered by the axle based 4WD, that is provided in many of Skyjack's product designs. These equipment are known for having a rugged and reliable drive train and proven low maintenance. Moreover, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential lock and unlock switch. This enables the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough ground.