What Precisely Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
The articulated boom lift is a heavy duty equipment capable of performing numerous tasks from construction applications to electrical repair. These extremely maneuverable lifts make working at heights much safer and efficient.
Height
Articulating booms are also known as knuckle boom lifts. These machinery can reach heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the particular lift.
Design
The articulating boom has a large arm or boom with multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms which enable the articulating lifts to reach outwards and over things in addition to upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Both straight or telescoping boom lifts could work at heights from 46 to 86 feet. Not like articulating lifts, these ones do not contain elbows and extend in a straight line. This simplifies some of the lift training but also restricts the areas that can be reached with it.
Advantages
The articulating boom lift design makes them the most able to negotiate around obstacles and objects. These lifts have zero tail swing, are convenient for indoor use and offered in electrical models. These particular kinds of lifts are ideal for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has made the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most reliable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. Due to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight areas, this specific model provides zero tail swing too.
Skyjack is recognized for offering extreme terrain ability and positive traction. These features are offered by the axle based 4WD, that is provided in many of Skyjack's product designs. These equipment are known for having a rugged and reliable drive train and proven low maintenance. Additionally, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential unlock and lock switch. This enables the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough terrain.