What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial equipment which is utilized in a many different applications from construction to electrical repair. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights much efficient and safer.
Height
Articulating booms are also referred to as knuckle boom lifts. These equipment could reach heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the particular lift.
Design
Articulating boom lifts are designed with many bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms that allow the articulating lifts to reach outwards and over objects and also upwards.
Articulating vs. Telescoping
Straight or telescoping boom lifts have a working height that ranges from 46 to 86 feet. Not like 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 that can be reached with it.
Advantages
The design of the articulating boom lift helps to ensure it can 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 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 spaces, this particular model offers zero tail swing too.
Skyjack is popular for its extreme terrains and positive traction. Many of their equipment provide axle based 4WD. These equipment are known for having a dependable and rugged drive train and proven low maintenance. Furthermore, 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 terrain.