What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial machinery that is used in a many different applications from construction to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights a lot efficient and safer.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are another term used for articulating boom lifts. These equipment are capable of reaching heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the specific lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms which allow the articulating lifts to reach over objects and outwards and also upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Telescoping or straight 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 that can be reached with it.
Advantages
The articulating boom lift design makes them the most able to negotiate around objects and obstacles. These lifts are available in electrical models, have zero tail swing and are convenient for indoor application. These specific types of lifts are ideal for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has made the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most dependable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ provides an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. Thanks to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight areas, this specific model also offers zero tail swing.
Skyjack is popular for its positive traction for extreme terrains. A lot of their machines provide axle based 4WD. These equipment are known for having a rugged and reliable drive train and proven low maintenance. In addition, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential lock and unlock switch. This allows the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough ground.