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