An Electric boom is an aerial lift enabling building or maintenance work to be performed at height and is run 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 upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is Europe's top manufacturer of electric boom lifts and diesel 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 worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting machinery, all of innovative design for maximum performance and meet the every quality and safety standard.
The following models are provided by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, push around, scissors, for both outdoor and indoor use, according to model.
Their speed and long reach make them the ideal tool for shipyards, maintenance, construction and demolition sites, or for putting the finishing touches to works of art. Certain models have a jib arm which is very useful for overhanging work or for coming in close.
It is vital to know how to drive and/or utilize this type of heavy machine as well as to make sure that any employees who will be utilizing the machine on a job site be fully trained in the operation of the equipment.
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 equipment it will be necessary to test drive the equipment and to make sure that the equipment will operate properly.