Rough terrain forklifts have been produced by CareLift Equipment, since 1962. Each and every day the company strives to deliver value and help all their consumers reach their goals as they know the bottom line is performance and reliability.
There are 2 general kinds of boom lifts. These models are straight boom lifts and articulated boom lifts. Often, these models are hydraulically powered. Most commonly straight booms are the great alternative for jobs which need a high reach with no obstructions. The turntable on the equipment can rotate three hundred sixty degrees with an extendable boom. This extendable boom is able to be vertically raised to below horizontal. As the operator is able to maneuver and steer the vehicle while the boom is fully extended, it is a versatile machine. These models come in 4 wheel drive and 2 wheel drive, as well as diesel, propane or gas configurations.
Articulated boom lifts are used for lifting cargo up and over obstacles and gain access to areas that were otherwise not accessible. These lift models carry out tasks that straight telescopic booms cannot do. These lifts are almost identical to the straight boom lift in the majority of aspects except in the ability of the boom to articulate. There are different articulation points on the boom in order to allow it to bend in a range of different directions allowing it to easily move around any objects within the work environment.
In order to maintain stability while the boom lift is fully extended, some heavy-duty boom lifts come outfitted with outriggers. The outriggers provide the operator with some extra safety and confidence. Proper training is necessary before utilizing boom lifts in order to guarantee the jobsite, the operator and everybody working in the vicinity stays safe.
The boom lift allows for jobs needing a lot of man hours to be carried out in a lot less time. These machines have greatly increased productivity and have changed the material handling industry.