Boom Truck
Like cranes, boom trucks can be equipped with a winch for lifting. It depends on the vehicle size and weight determines the type of load that can be lifted. Because of the capability of their size, cranes could usually raise loads which are a lot larger. The advantage of boom trucks is that they are mobile and can be driven to work locations which make them much more versatile. Moreover, a boom truck can be equipped with a bucket and can also lift employees as well as materials up to high places. Like for instance, boom trucks are normally found raising maintenance and utility staff on a telephone pole.
Kinds
Boom Trucks come in numerous varieties. At times, the term "boom truck" is used synonymously used with other vehicles which carry out other similar functions. Like for instance, aerial work platforms that are mounted to the bed of a truck which uses hydraulic lifts could be referred to as a boom truck. Other individuals might call a typical utility truck used to raise workers to a utility a boom truck. Whether the truck uses a winch or a bucket, operates on wheels or treads, they could still lift supplies and employees vertically.
Boom Truck Crane
The boom truck crane is used like a crane but is classed as a boom truck. Normally, these kinds of vehicles are found in hard to reach places and areas which are difficult to reach, that need a heavy lifting vehicle. A boom truck crane could raise different weights. These types of machinery remain in place when lifting.
Crane
Bigger cranes are big lifting devices used for moving goods or materials and are normally utilized to move construction materials too. They are common features in the the transportation industries, in the construction industry and the manufacturing industries. Cranes utilize cables, chains, wires or ropes connected to a winder. The load capacity depends on the model of crane. The highest load capacity is provided by big fixed chains.