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 extremely maneuverable lifts make working at heights much safer and efficient.
Height
Knuckle boom lifts are another term for articulating boom lifts. These equipment can reach 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 outwards and over objects in addition to upwards.
Telescoping vs. Articulating
Both telescoping or straight boom lifts could work at heights from 46 to 86 feet. Unlike 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 are able to be reached with it.
Advantages
The design of the articulating boom lift helps to ensure it can negotiate around objects and obstacles. These lifts have zero tail swing, are convenient for indoor use and offered in electrical models. These particular types of lifts are ideal for crowded work situations.
SJ 46AJ
Skyjack has built the A-Series Articulating Boom with many of their most dependable and efficient 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 specific model also provides zero tail swing.
Skyjack is recognized for offering positive traction and extreme terrain ability. These features are offered by the axle based 4WD, that is offered in many of Skyjack's product designs. These equipment are known for having a rugged and reliable drive train and proven low maintenance. Furthermore, 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 terrain.