Boom Truck
Boom trucks are somewhat similar to cranes and can be equipped with a winch for lifting. This would depend upon the weight and size of the vehicle, that determines the kind of cargo which can be raised. Because of the potential of their size, cranes could usually raise a lot larger loads. The benefit of boom trucks is that they could be driven to work areas and are mobile which make them a lot more versatile. Moreover, a boom truck can be equipped with a bucket and could also lift materials as well as workers up to high places. Like for instance, boom trucks are usually found lifting maintenance and utility staff on a telephone pole.
Types
Boom Trucks come in many varieties. Occasionally, the term "boom truck" is utilized synonymously used with other vehicles which carry out other similar functions. Like for example, aerial work platforms which are mounted to the bed of a truck that utilizes hydraulic lifts can be referred to as a boom truck. Other people could call a standard utility truck used to lift employees to a utility a boom truck. Whether the truck operates on wheels or treads, uses a bucket or a winch, they are still able to lift supplies and workers vertically.
Boom Truck Crane
The boom truck crane is used like a crane but is classed as a boom truck. Usually, these kinds of vehicles are found in areas which are difficult to reach and hard to reach places, which need a heavy lifting vehicle. A boom truck crane can raise various weights. These types of machinery remain stationary when lifting.
Crane
Bigger cranes are large lifting devices used for transporting goods or materials and are usually used to transport construction materials too. They are common features in the the construction industry, the manufacturing industries and the transportation industries. Cranes utilize cables, chains, wires or ropes connected to a winder. The load capacity depends on the kind of crane. The highest load capacity is provided by big fixed chains.