An Electric boom is an aerial lift enabling building or maintenance work to be done at height and is powered by electricity. An electric boom is designed with a work platform that could be lifted to a required height using a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom could be vertical mast, articulated or telescopic depending on the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, these days, Europe's top producer of electric boom lifts and diesel boom lifts and has a full service policy for its clients, providing maintenance, technical assistance on all their lifting machines. Operating in 100 countries worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting equipment, all of ground-breaking design for maximum performance and meet the every standard for safety and quality.
The following models are offered by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, push around, scissors, which can be used both outdoors and indoors, according to model.
Their long reach and speed make them the perfect tool for shipyards, maintenance, construction and demolition sites, or for putting the finishing touches to works of art. Several models have a jib arm which is useful for coming in close or for overhanging work.
It is important to know how to drive and/or operate this type of heavy equipment as well as to make certain that any employees who will be utilizing the machine on a job site be completely trained in operating of the equipment.
When looking to buy a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be bought that is equipped with four wheel drive for the most advantages. If buying second-hand machine it will be necessary to test drive the equipment and to verify the machinery will properly work.