Boom Truck
Boom trucks are quite similar to cranes and can be equipped with a winch for lifting. This would depend on the weight and size of the vehicle, that determines the kind of load that can be carried. Due to the potential of their size, cranes could traditionally lift a lot larger loads. The benefit of boom trucks is that they are mobile and capable of being driven to work areas which make them a lot more versatile. Furthermore, a boom truck could be outfitted with a bucket and can also raise workers as well as supplies up to high locations. For example, boom trucks are usually found raising utility and maintenance workers on a telephone pole.
Types
There are various kinds of boom trucks. There are times when the term "boom truck" is synonymously used with vehicles that carry out the same 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 people might call a regular utility truck utilized to raise workers to a utility a boom truck. Whether the truck operates on treads or wheels, utilizes a bucket or a winch, they could still lift materials and workers vertically.
Boom Truck Crane
A boom truck crane is a type of boom truck which could be used like a crane. Normally, these types of vehicles are found in hard to reach places and areas that are difficult to reach, which need a heavy lifting vehicle. A boom truck crane is able t raise various weights. These machines remain stationary when lifting.
Crane
Big cranes are used to move construction supplies. Cranes are large lifting devices used for moving goods or materials. They are popular features in the manufacturing industries, the transportation industries and in the construction industry. Cranes utilize ropes, wires, chains or cables connected to a winder. The load capacity depends on the crane type. The highest load capacity is provided by big fixed chains.