Boom lifts generally use an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for raising individuals or supplies. These machines are usually utilized in the construction business and in utility applications. The boom lifts fall under 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 designed 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 self-contained with their own drive trains, or could be mounted on trailers or vehicles. Several models utilize wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing tracks or legs.
Telehandlers are telescopic booms which incorporate a full vehicle into their design structure. These boom lifts are very easy to maneuver around a construction location due to their design being outfitted with drive trains and wheels.
Choosing the proper boom to meet your particular needs means analyzing certain features and product specifications. For example, the lift or load capacity, the width horizontal reach and the working height are standard measurements to consider. The power system options and the various platform styles are other essential features to take into consideration.
Most boom lift platforms are made from steel. They generally include a swing gate for walk-in access or a mid-rail, sliding gate. Several boom lift styles provide tri-entry features that provide sliding mid-rail entrances on the front of the platform as well as both ends of the platform. Platform accessories comprise air lines, additional railings, welder leads and travel alarms. Tool trays and work lights are also available. In terms of power options, several units are available with 3-phase AC generator to allow welding operations. The generator may be belt-driven or hydraulic-driven, depending on the model.
When it comes to engine options, potential features and types of tires, boom lift units vary greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with air or foam, for example and they can be categorized as non-marking. There are units available that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift could use diesel fuel or gasoline. These machines may be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package usually comes with accessories such as: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are a lot of different available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain settings.