An Electric boom is an aerial lift allowing building or maintenance work to be carried out at height and is run by electricity. An electric boom is designed with a work platform which could be lifted to a required height using a hydraulic drive mechanism; the boom can be vertical mast, articulated or telescopic depending on the application requirements.
Haulotte International is, today, Europe's top producer 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 more than 50 models of lifting machines, all of original design for maximum performance and meet the every standard for quality and safety.
The following models are offered by Haulotte International: articulated booms, vertical masts, push around, scissors, for indoor and outdoor application, 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. Several models have a jib arm that is useful for coming in close or for overhanging work.
All operators of these equipment should have some heavy machinery operator training and it is the responsibility of the company to make certain that their machine operators have received the necessary training.
When looking to purchase a forklift boom it is recommended that a forklift be bought that is outfitted with four wheel drive for the most benefits. If buying second-hand machinery it would be necessary to test drive the machinery and to verify the machinery will work properly.