An Electric boom is an aerial lift enabling maintenance or building work to be done at height and is run by electricity. An electric boom is designed with a work platform that can be raised to a required height via a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom may be articulated, telescopic or vertical mast depending upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, these days, Europe's leading producer of electric boom lifts and diesel boom lifts and has a full service policy for its customers, providing technical assistance, maintenance of all their lifting equipment. Operating in 100 nations around the world, Haulotte International has more than 50 models of lifting equipment, all of original design for utmost performance and meet the every standard for safety and quality.
The following models are offered by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, scissors, push around, for outdoor and indoor application, according to model.
The boom lifts reach and speed make the great for shipyards, maintenance, construction and demolition sites. Some models have a jib arm that is useful for overhanging work or for coming in close.
It is important to know how to drive and/or utilize this type of heavy machinery as well as to make sure that any workers who would be operating the equipment on a job site be completely trained in the operation of the equipment.
When looking to purchase a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be purchased that is equipped with four wheel drive for the most advantages. If buying second-hand equipment it will be essential to test drive the machine and to make sure that the equipment would work well.