What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial machine that is used in numerous applications from construction to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights much safer and efficient.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are a different term utilized for articulating boom lifts. These machines could reach heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the particular lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms which enable the articulating lifts to reach over things and outwards in addition to upwards.
Articulating vs. Telescoping
Both straight or telescoping boom lifts can work at heights from 46 to 86 feet. Unlike articulating lifts, these ones do not have elbows and extend in a straight line. This simplifies some of the lift training but also restricts the areas which could be reached with it.
Advantages
The design of the articulating boom lift helps to ensure it could negotiate around obstacles and objects. These lifts have zero tail swing, are convenient for indoor use and available in electrical models. These particular 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 reliable and effective design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. because of the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight spaces, this specific model also provides zero tail swing.
Skyjack is popular for its positive traction for extreme terrains. Many of their equipment provide axle based 4WD. These machines are known for having a rugged and reliable drive train and proven low maintenance. Furthermore, the AJ has been designed with a rear axle hydraulic differential unlock and lock switch. This allows the operator to lock the rear differential when traveling on rough terrain.