An Electric boom is an aerial lift allowing maintenance or building work to be done at height and is powered by electricity. An electric boom is made with a work platform which can be lifted to a required height via a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom can be vertical mast, articulated or telescopic depending on the application needs.
Haulotte International is Europe's top producer of electric boom lifts and diesel boom lifts. The company has a full service policy for its customers, providing maintenance, technical assistance for all their lifting equipment. Operating in 100 countries worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting equipment, all of innovative design for utmost performance and meet the every standard for quality and safety.
Haulotte International offers electric boom lifts in the following models: articulated booms, vertical masts, scissors, push around, for both indoor and outdoor use, according to model.
The boom lifts reach and speed make the great for shipyards, construction, demolition and maintenance sites. Several models have a jib arm which is practical for coming in close or for overhanging work.
All operators of these machinery should have some heavy machinery operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to ensure that their equipment operators have received the required training.
It is important when looking at adding a forklift boom, it is recommended that the bought forklift has four wheel drive with most advantages. If purchasing used machinery it will be necessary to test drive the machinery and to verify the equipment will work well.