An Electric boom is an aerial lift allowing building or maintenance work to be performed at height and is run by electricity. An electric boom is made with a work platform which can be raised to a required height utilizing a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom could be vertical mast, articulated or telescopic depending upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is Europe's leading manufacturer of diesel boom lifts and electric boom lifts. The company has a full service policy for its clients, providing maintenance, technical assistance for all their lifting machines. Operating in 100 nations throughout the world, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting machines, all of innovative design for utmost performance and meet the every standard for safety and quality.
The following models are offered by Haulotte International: vertical masts, articulated booms, scissors, push around, that can be used both outdoors and indoors, according to model.
The boom lifts speed and reach make the great for shipyards, demolition, maintenance and construction sites. Some models have a jib arm that is useful for overhanging work or for coming in close.
All operators of these machines must have some heavy machine operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to ensure 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 second-hand machinery it would be necessary to test drive the machinery and to verify the machine would properly operate.