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 made with a work platform which could be raised to a required height via a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom can be vertical mast, articulated or telescopic depending on the application requirements.
Haulotte International is Europe's top producer of diesel boom lifts and electric boom lifts. The company has a full service policy for its customers, offering maintenance, technical assistance for all their lifting machinery. Operating in 100 countries worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting equipment, all of innovative design for maximum performance and meet the every standard for quality and safety.
Haulotte International offers electric boom lifts in the following models: vertical masts, articulated booms, push around, scissors, for both indoor and outdoor use, according to model.
The boom lifts speed and reach make the great for shipyards, construction, demolition and maintenance sites. Several models have a jib arm which is very practical for overhanging work or for coming in close.
All operators of these machinery should have some heavy machinery operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to ensure that their machine operators have received the required training.
It is essential 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 would be essential to test drive the machine and to verify the equipment would properly operate.