The boom lift would have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of raising people or supplies. These machinery are commonly utilized in the construction business and in utility applications. The boom lifts are classed in the "aerial equipment" category.
Straight or telescopic booms work to increase the height of operation because it extends in length. Articulating booms are also designed to raised, but would have an arm which could reach elevated locations or a work platform. Both telescopic booms and articulating booms could be mounted on trailers or vehicles or can be self-contained with their own drive trains. Some models use wheels, whilst other designs have stabilizing legs or tracks.
The telehandler has a telescopic boom that incorporated into the equipment. These boom lifts are really simple to maneuver around a construction site due to their design being outfitted with wheels and drive trains.
Choosing the right boom to suit your specific needs means analyzing certain features and product specifications. Like for instance, the width horizontal reach, working height and the load or lift capacity are standard measurements to think about. The different platform styles as well as the power system options are other important features to take into consideration.
Boom lift platforms are typically made from steel, and would often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail 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 comprise air lines, additional railings, travel alarms and welder leads. Work lights and tool trays are also available. When it comes to power options, some 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 model.
Boom lift models differ greatly, when it comes to potential features, engine options and types of tires. The boom lifts tires could be filled with either air or foam. There are units available that are outfitted with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift may utilize gasoline or diesel fuel. These machines could be outfitted with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like for example: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are a lot of different available extra features and styles for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for particular settings.