Boom Truck
Boom trucks are somewhat similar to cranes and can be outfitted with a winch for lifting. This would depend on the size and weight of the vehicle, that determines the kind of load which can be carried. Due to the potential of their size, cranes can usually lift loads that are a lot larger. The benefit of boom trucks is that they are mobile and can be driven to work areas which make them much more versatile. Additionally, a boom truck could be equipped with a bucket and can also raise personnel as well as supplies up to high locations. For example, boom trucks are usually found raising maintenance and utility workers on a telephone pole.
Kinds
There are a variety of different kinds of boom trucks. There are times when the term "boom truck" is synonymously utilized with vehicles that carry out similar functions. Like for instance, aerial work platforms which are mounted to the bed of a truck which utilizes hydraulic lifts could be called a boom truck. Other individuals might refer to a typical utility truck used to lift 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 materials and workers vertically.
Boom Truck Crane
A boom truck crane is a type of boom truck which can be used like a crane. Often, these vehicles are found in hard to reach places and areas which are difficult to reach, which require a heavy lifting vehicle. A boom truck crane could lift different weights. These types of equipment remain stationary when lifting.
Crane
Bigger cranes are big lifting devices used for moving goods or materials and are normally used to transport construction materials too. They are popular features in the the transportation industries, in the construction industry and the manufacturing industries. Cranes use chains, cables, wires or ropes connected to a winder. The load capacity depends upon the type of crane. The highest load capacity is provided by large fixed chains.