An Electric boom is an aerial lift allowing building or maintenance work to be carried out 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 can be articulated, telescopic or vertical mast depending upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, today, Europe's leading manufacturer of electric boom lifts and diesel boom lifts and has a full service policy for its customers, offering technical assistance, maintenance of all their lifting equipment. Operating in 100 nations around the globe, Haulotte International has more than 50 models of lifting machinery, all of original design for maximum performance and meet the every quality and safety standard.
The following models are provided by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, scissors, push around, for outdoor and indoor use, 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 which is very practical for overhanging work or for coming in close.
All operators of these equipment should have some heavy machinery operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to make certain that their machinery operators have received the required training.
When looking to buy a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be bought which is equipped with four wheel drive for the most benefits. If buying used machinery it would be necessary to test drive the machinery and to verify the machinery would properly operate.