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 made with a work platform which can be raised to a required height utilizing a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom may be articulated, telescopic or vertical mast depending upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, nowadays, 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 over 50 models of lifting equipment, all of original design for utmost performance and meet the every safety and quality standard.
The following models are provided by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, scissors, push around, that could be used both outdoors and indoors, according to model.
Their speed and long reach make them the perfect tool for shipyards, construction, demolition and maintenance sites, or for putting the finishing touches to works of art. Several models have a jib arm that is practical for coming in close or for overhanging work.
It is important to know how to drive and/or utilize this kind of heavy machine as well as to make sure that any workers who will be operating the equipment on a job site be fully trained in operating of the machinery.
When looking to purchase a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be purchased that is outfitted with four wheel drive for the most benefits. If buying second-hand machinery it will be necessary to test drive the equipment and to make sure that the equipment will properly operate.