The boom lift would have an articulating arm or a telescopic boom for the purpose of lifting people or supplies. These machines are commonly 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 that increases in height and extends in length. Moreover, 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 could be self-contained with their own drive trains, or can be mounted on vehicles or trailers. Some units use 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 simple to maneuver around a construction site due to their design being outfitted with wheels and drive trains.
Analyzing certain product specifications and features is key in choosing the correct boom to suit your specific requirements. For example, the width horizontal reach, working height and the lift or load capacity are standard measurements to consider. The different platform styles and the power system options are other essential features to take into account.
Boom lift platforms are usually made from steel, and will often have a swing gate for walk-in access or a sliding, mid-rail gate. Some boom lift styles provide tri-entry features which offer sliding mid-rail entrances on both ends of the platform as well as the front of the platform. Platform accessories consist of additional railings, air lines, travel alarms and welder leads. Tool trays and work lights 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, depending on the unit.
When it comes to engine options, potential features and tire types, boom lift units differ greatly. The tires on a boom lift can be filled with foam or air, for example and they could be categorized as non-marking. There are available units that are equipped with rubber tires too. The engine on a boom lift may use gasoline or diesel fuel. These equipment could be equipped with a cold-weather package. This package often comes with accessories like: a battery blanket and synthetic motor oil. There are numerous available styles and extra features for boom lifts in order to guarantee they are suitable for certain environments.