What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
An articulating boom lift is an industrial machine which is used in a many different applications from construction to electrical repair. These extremely maneuverable lifts make working at heights much safer and efficient.
Height
Articulating booms are also called knuckle boom lifts. These machines are capable of reaching heights from 36 feet to 131 feet, depending on the model of the specific 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 outwards and over things and also upwards.
Articulating vs. Telescoping
Straight or telescoping boom lifts have a working height which 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 which could be reached with it.
Advantages
The articulating boom lift design makes them the most able to negotiate around objects and obstacles. These lifts have zero tail swing, are convenient for indoor application and available in electrical models. These particular types of lifts are ideal for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has made the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most dependable and effective design features. The SJ 46AJ offers an industry leading, 360 degree continuous turret rotation which is standard equipped. Thanks to the turret design allowing for easy operation in tight spaces, this particular model also provides zero tail swing.
Skyjack is known for offering positive traction and extreme terrain ability. These features are provided by the axle based 4WD, which is offered in many of Skyjack's product designs. These machinery are known for having a reliable 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 ground.