Rough terrain forklifts have been produced by CareLift Equipment, since the year 1962. Every day the company strives to deliver value and help all their consumers reach their objectives as they know the bottom line is performance and dependability.
Boom lifts are available in 2 general types, the straight boom lift and articulated boom lift. These units are usually powered hydraulically. Most commonly straight booms are the ideal alternative for jobs that require a high reach with no obstructions. The turntable on the machine could rotate 360 degrees with an extendable boom. This extendable boom can be vertically raised to below horizontal. As the operator can steer and maneuver the vehicle whilst the boom is fully extended, it is a versatile machinery. These units come in 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive, as well as gas, diesel or propane configurations.
The articulated boom lifts are utilized for jobs that need to reach up and over obstacles so as to gain access. These specialized lifts are utilized for tasks that are not easily completed by straight telescopic booms. These lifts are almost like the straight boom lift in most aspects except in the boom's ability to articulate. There are various articulation points on the boom in order to allow it to bend in a variety of different directions allowing it to move around any objects easily within 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 confidence and safety. Proper training is necessary prior to operating boom lifts so as to ensure the jobsite, the operator and everybody working in the vicinity stays safe.
The boom lift allows for jobs requiring a lot of man hours to be completed in much less time. These machinery have revolutionized the material handling business and have really increased production.