What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
The articulated boom lift is a heavy duty equipment capable of performing a wide variety of jobs from electrical repair to construction applications. These highly maneuverable lifts make working at heights a lot efficient and safer.
Height
Articulating booms are also known as knuckle boom lifts. These machinery are capable of reaching 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 which enable the articulating lifts to reach over objects and outwards and also upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Both straight or telescoping boom lifts can work at heights from 46 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 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 offered in electrical models, have zero tail swing and are convenient for indoor use. These specific kinds of lifts are ideal for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has built the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most reliable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ provides 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 model offers zero tail swing as well.
Skyjack is recognized for offering extreme terrain ability and positive traction. These features are provided by the axle based 4WD, that is provided in many of Skyjack's product designs. These equipment are known for having a rugged and dependable drive train and proven low maintenance. Moreover, 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 ground.