The electric boom aerial lift enables workers to carry out maintenance and building work at heights which were not previously accessible. An electric boom is designed with a work platform that could be lifted to a required height using a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom can be articulated, telescopic or vertical mast depending upon the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, at present, Europe's leading manufacturer of diesel boom lifts and electric boom lifts and has a full service policy for its clients, providing maintenance, technical assistance on all their lifting machinery. Operating in 100 countries worldwide, Haulotte International has over 50 models of lifting machines, all of innovative design for utmost performance and meet the every safety and quality standard.
Haulotte International provides electric boom lifts in the following models: vertical masts, articulated booms, scissors, push around, that could be used both indoors and outdoors, according to model.
Their speed and long reach make them the ideal 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 really practical for overhanging work or for coming in close.
All operators of these machines should have some heavy machinery operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to make sure that their equipment operators have received the necessary training.
When looking to purchase a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be purchased that is equipped with four wheel drive for the most advantages. If purchasing second-hand machine it will be necessary to test drive the equipment and to verify the machinery would properly work.