Sinoboom introduces boom lift steering control for confined spaces

At the recent bauma CHINA exhibition in Shanghai, Sinoboom showcased new boom lift steering technology designed to enhance manoeuvrability in tight spaces and on a variety of terrain. 

Each of the lift's four wheels is controlled by an independent motor capable of positive and negative torque output, enabling autonomous driving and braking of each wheel. Manoeuvring the equipment around tight angles and through narrow spaces is enhanced, making travel around complex worksites more efficient, says Sinoboom.

"With construction sites becoming ever more complex, our customers' needs for machines that have the flexibility to move around them easily is growing steadily," says Peter Peng, the head of the product planning department. "This technology allows operators to move the boom lift to the ideal workspace more easily, and therefore complete their tasks more quickly, with the result that work overall is more efficient. This is a clear benefit for contractors and fleet managers alike."

The operator can choose between two modes

The "Tank Turn" mode enables the whole boom lift to make complete 360-degree turns, due to the unique four-wheel independent control system. This substantially expands the machine's flexibility in restricted workspaces.

The Simulated Four-wheel Steering mode provides performance comparable to four-wheel steering, but at the same cost as two-wheel steering. Smooth, effortless, and precise rotation on challenging high-traction surfaces such as gravel or concrete is possible, says the company, expanding the machine's suitability for a wide range of working scenarios.
 
This technology is currently available on the electric-powered AB16EJ Plus articulating boom lift. Further roll-outs of additional models will follow, says Sinoboom.