What Exactly Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial equipment which is utilized in various applications from construction to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights much efficient and safer.
Height
Articulating booms are also referred to as knuckle boom lifts. These equipment are capable of reaching heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the particular lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with many bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms that enable the articulating lifts to reach over things and outwards as well as upwards.
Articulating vs. Telescoping
Straight or telescoping boom lifts have a working height which ranges from 46 to eighty six 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 which 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 specific types of lifts are perfect for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
The A-Series Articulating Boom engineered by Skyjack was designed for using many of their dependable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. Thanks to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight spaces, this model also provides zero tail swing.
Skyjack is well known for its extreme terrains and positive traction. A lot of their machines provide axle based 4WD. These equipment are known for having a rugged and dependable drive train and proven low maintenance. Additionally, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential lock and unlock switch. This enables the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough terrain.