Rough terrain forklifts have been manufactured by CareLift Equipment, since the year 1962. Each and every day the company strives to help their customers reach their goals and deliver value as they know the bottom line is reliability and performance.
There are 2 general types of boom lifts. These units are straight boom lifts and articulated boom lifts. Usually, these units are hydraulically powered. Most often straight booms are the ideal alternative for tasks which require a high reach with no obstructions. The turntable on the machine is capable of rotating 360 degrees with an extendable boom. This extendable boom can 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 machine. These models are available in 4 wheel drive and 2 wheel drive, as well as diesel, propane or gas configurations.
Articulated boom lifts are utilized for lifting loads up and over obstacles and gain access to areas that were otherwise not accessible. These lift units perform tasks that straight telescopic booms cannot do. These lifts are practically 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 enable it to bend in a variety of different directions allowing it to easily move around any objects within the work site.
Several 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 required before utilizing boom lifts so as to guarantee the jobsite, the operator and everybody working in the vicinity stays safe.
The boom lift allows for jobs requiring a lot of man power to be done in a lot less time. These machinery have changed the material handling business and have really increased productivity.