Rough terrain forklifts have been manufactured by CareLift Equipment, since the year 1962. Every day the company strives to deliver value and help their consumers reach their goals since they know the bottom line is dependability and performance.
There are 2 general kinds of boom lifts. These units are straight boom lifts and articulated boom lifts. Often, these units are powered hydraulically. Most commonly straight booms are the ideal option for jobs which need a high reach with no obstructions. The turntable on the machinery can rotate 360 degrees with an extendable boom. This extendable boom is able to be vertically raised to below horizontal. Because the operator can maneuver and steer the vehicle while the boom is fully extended, it is a very versatile equipment. These units come in gas, diesel or propane configurations as well as 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive.
Articulated boom lifts are used for lifting cargo up and over obstacles and gain access to areas which were otherwise unaccessible. These lift models carry out tasks that straight telescopic booms cannot do. These lifts are almost identical to 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 outfitted 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 before utilizing boom lifts in order to guarantee the jobsite, the operator and everyone working in the vicinity stays safe.
The boom lift allows for tasks requiring many man hours to be carried out in much less time. These machinery have changed the material handling industry and have really increased production.