The boom lift will have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of raising people or materials. These equipment are commonly used in the construction industry as well as in utility applications. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic booms are known to have a straight arm which extends in length and increases in height. Additionally, articulating booms are made to be raised, but provide a multi-piece arm for the ability of reaching an elevated place or work platform. Both articulating booms and telescopic booms could be mounted on vehicles or trailers or could be self-contained with their own drive trains. Several models utilize wheels, while other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
The telehandler has a telescopic boom that incorporated into the equipment. These boom lifts are very simple to maneuver around a construction site due to their design being equipped with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the right boom to meet your particular needs means analyzing specific features and product specifications. For example, the working height, the lift or load capacity and the width horizontal reach are standard measurements to think about. The power system options as well as the different platform designs are other vital features to consider.
Boom lift platforms are typically made from steel, and will often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Some boom lift styles offer tri-entry features that offer sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform as well as both ends of the platform. Platform accessories include additional railings, air lines, travel alarms and welder leads. Tool trays and work lights are also available. In terms of 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.
When it comes to engine options, potential features and tire types, boom lift models differ greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with air or foam, for example and they could be categorized as non-marking. There are available units which are outfitted with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift could utilize gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment could be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package usually comes with accessories such as: asynthetic motor oil and a battery blanket. There are many different available extra features and styles for boom lifts in order to ensure they are suitable for certain environments.