The electric boom aerial lift allows workers to carry out maintenance and building work at heights which were not previously accessible. An electric boom is made with a work platform which can be lifted to a required height using a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom may be articulated, telescopic or vertical mast depending on the application needs.
Haulotte International is, these days, Europe's leading manufacturer of diesel boom lifts and electric boom lifts and has a full service policy for its clients, providing maintenance, technical assistance on all their lifting machines. Operating in 100 countries worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting equipment, all of innovative design for maximum performance and meet the every quality and safety standard.
The following models are provided by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, push around, scissors, for both outdoor and indoor use, according to model.
Their long reach and speed make them the perfect tool for shipyards, maintenance, construction and demolition sites, or for putting the finishing touches to works of art. Certain models have a jib arm that is handy for coming in close or for overhanging work.
All operators of these equipment should have some heavy machine operator training and it is the responsibility of the business to make certain that their machinery operators have received the required training.
It is important when looking at adding a forklift boom, it is recommended that the purchased forklift has four wheel drive with most advantages. If purchasing used machinery it would be necessary to test drive the equipment and to verify the machinery would work well.