What Is an Articulating Boom Lift?
The articulated boom lift is a heavy duty machine capable of performing numerous tasks from construction applications to electrical repair. These extremely maneuverable lifts make working at heights much efficient and safer.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are another term utilized for articulating 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 multiple bending elbows. These are in conjunction with extendable arms that enable the articulating lifts to reach over objects and outwards in addition to upwards.
Articulating vs. Telescoping
Both straight or telescoping boom lifts could work at heights 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 which could be reached with it.
Advantages
The design of the articulating boom lift helps to ensure it can negotiate around obstacles and objects. These lifts are convenient for indoor use, offered in electrical models and have zero tail swing. These specific kinds of lifts are perfect for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has made the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most dependable and efficient design features. The SJ 46AJ provides 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 specific model offers zero tail swing as well.
Skyjack is recognized for providing extreme terrain ability and positive traction. These features are offered by the axle based 4WD, which is offered in many of Skyjack's product designs. These machinery are known for having a dependable 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.