What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial equipment that is utilized in numerous applications from construction to electrical repair. These extremely maneuverable lifts make working at heights much efficient and safer.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are another term 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
The articulating boom has a big arm or boom with multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms that allow the articulating lifts to reach over things and outwards and also upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Telescoping or straight boom lifts have a working height that ranges from forty six to 86 feet. Unlike 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 could be reached with it.
Advantages
The design of the articulating boom lift helps to ensure it can negotiate around objects and obstacles. These lifts are convenient for indoor application, available in electrical models and have zero tail swing. These particular kinds of lifts are perfect for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has made the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most reliable and effective design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation that is standard equipped. Due to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight areas, this specific model provides zero tail swing as well.
Skyjack is recognized for providing extreme terrain ability and positive traction. These features are provided by the axle based 4WD, which is offered in many of Skyjack's product designs. These machines are known for having a reliable and rugged drive train and proven low maintenance. In addition, 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 ground.