Boom lifts generally use a telescopic extension or an articulating arm for raising people or supplies. These machines are normally utilized in the construction industry and in utility applications. The boom lifts fall under the "aerial equipment" category.
Telescopic booms are known to have a straight arm that increases in height and extends in length. Also, articulating booms are made to be raised, but provide 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 can be mounted on trailers or vehicles. Some models utilize wheels, while 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 location due to their design being outfitted with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the right boom to meet your specific needs means analyzing specific product specifications and features. Like for example, the width horizontal reach, working height and the load or lift capacity are basic measurements to think about. The power system options as well as the different platform designs are other important features to take into consideration.
Most boom lift platforms are made from steel. They usually include a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Several boom lift styles offer tri-entry features which provide sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform and both ends of the platform. Platform accessories comprise air lines, additional railings, welder leads and travel alarms. Work lights and tool trays are available as well. When it comes to power options, some units are available with 3-phase AC generator to enable welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, which depends on the model.
In terms of engine options, potential features and tire types, boom lift units vary greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with foam or air, for instance and they can be categorized as non-marking. There are models available which are outfitted with rubber tires as well. The engine on a boom lift can use gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment can be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package usually comes with accessories such as: asynthetic motor oil and a battery blanket. There are numerous styles and extra features available for boom lifts in order to ensure they are suitable for specific settings.