Boom Truck
Like cranes, boom trucks can be outfitted with a winch for lifting. It depends on the vehicle size and weight determines the kind of cargo that can be lifted. Because of the capability of their size, cranes could normally raise loads which are a lot bigger. The advantage of boom trucks is that they are mobile and capable of being driven to work areas which make them much more versatile. In addition, a boom truck can be outfitted with a bucket and could also raise materials as well as employees up to high locations. Like for instance, boom trucks are usually found raising maintenance and utility workers on a telephone pole.
Types
Boom Trucks come in many varieties. Sometimes, the term "boom truck" is used synonymously used with other vehicles that perform other similar functions. For example, aerial work platforms which are mounted to the bed of a truck which uses hydraulic lifts could be called a boom truck. Other people may refer to a regular utility truck used to lift workers to a utility a boom truck. Whether the truck uses a bucket or a winch, operates on treads or wheels, they are still able to lift workers and supplies vertically.
Boom Truck Crane
The boom truck crane is used like a crane but is classed as a boom truck. Normally, these types of vehicles are found in hard to reach places and areas that are difficult to reach, that need a heavy lifting vehicle. A boom truck crane is able t raise different weights. These types of machines remain in position when lifting.
Crane
Bigger cranes are big lifting devices used for moving materials or goods and are often utilized to move construction supplies as well. They are common features in the the transportation industries, in the construction industry and the manufacturing industries. Cranes utilize ropes, wires, cables or chains connected to a winder. The load capacity depends upon the type of crane. The highest load capacity is provided by large fixed chains.