Rough terrain forklifts have been produced by CareLift Equipment, ever since the year 1962. Every day the company strives to help their consumers reach their objectives and deliver value as they know the bottom line is reliability and performance.
There are 2 general kinds of boom lifts. These models are articulated boom lifts and straight boom lifts. Usually, these models are powered hydraulically. Most commonly straight booms are the great choice for jobs that require a high reach with no obstructions. The turntable on the equipment is capable of rotating 360 degrees with an extendable boom. This extendable boom could be vertically raised to below horizontal. Because the operator can maneuver and steer the vehicle whilst the boom is fully extended, it is a versatile equipment. These units are available in diesel, propane or gas configurations as well as 4 wheel drive and 2 wheel drive.
The articulated boom lifts are utilized for jobs that require to reach up and over obstacles in order to gain access. These specialized lifts are used for tasks which are not easily completed by straight telescopic booms. These lifts are practically identical to the straight boom lift in the majority of aspects except in the boom's ability to articulate. There are various articulation points on the boom in order to enable it to bend in a variety of different directions allowing it to move around any objects easily in the work environment.
Some heavy-duty boom lifts come equipped with outriggers in order to maintain stability whilst the boom lift is fully extended. The outriggers provide the operator with some extra safety and confidence. Proper training is necessary prior to operating boom lifts in order to guarantee the jobsite, the operator and everybody working in the vicinity stays safe.
Boom lifts enable jobs that used to require a lot more man hours to be carried out in a much shorter time period. These machinery have really increased production and have revolutionized the material handling industry.