Telescopic elevators are necessary for high-altitude work related to decoration, installation and construction. They can be used in confined spaces, inside buildings and outside. This type of equipment today is becoming increasingly common due to its safe and reliable design, quick installation and maneuverability.
Description
Moving people and tools on the loader is possible both in horizontal and vertical directions. There are two main types - these are mobile and stationary mechanisms. Telescopic lifts, the photo of which is presented above, can be equipped with a diesel and electric engine, each of which is designed to carry out work in various conditions.
Application
The main part of the design is the boom, which is large enough and moves in different directions. Because of this, when using it is necessary to take into account the surrounding free space.
Telescopic lifts with a diesel engine are required to perform the following tasks:
- wiring harness;
- installation of window structures in high-rise buildings;
- carrying out finishing, front and repair work;
- repair of transport routes and suspension equipment;
- organization of installation of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
What you need to know
Modern telescopic booms are classified as safe loading equipment. They are supplemented by an emergency button to stop the platform and a system of protection against increased loads, that is, if the permissible weight is exceeded, the platform will not be able to move.
Devices in many cases replace the scaffolding so demanded earlier. Due to the many shortcomings, such as the complexity of assembly and the lack of mobility, forests are in less demand.
Features
The device of telescopic elevators is quite simple. The mast is fixed on the facade. It is equipped with guides used to move the loading platform. It is also worth noting the presence of protective boards and other means to ensure the safety of high-altitude work.
When choosing a technical tool, it is necessary to take into account all the parameters and features of a particular model to speed up the work and their optimization. At the same time, equipment can not only be purchased, but also rented, which becomes the optimal solution for short-term tasks. It is worth noting that the repair of telescopic lifts should be carried out only by professionals who have sufficient experience in this field and use high-quality materials and components. The most widely used devices are in the following areas:
- repair of advertising structures and billboards;
- oil refining and aviation industries;
- multi-tasking manufacturing processes;
- housing and communal area;
- shipbuilding;
- laying engineering, pipeline networks and communications;
- warehouse work;
- restoration of facades ;
- construction.
Homemade device
At home, telescopic lifts for drywall are most often made . A similar design consists of several mechanisms and additional parts. Moreover, if the latter can vary depending on the available materials, then the basic mechanisms are indispensable. They need to be done independently, and then connected in a single design.
When creating a home-made device, it is necessary to provide all the constituent elements and form in such a way that there is the possibility of quick and easy transportation. As a rule, it is made of folding or removable parts.
Technology
The first step is to create a tripod. This process does not cause any particular difficulties, especially if you have experience working with welding.
A profile pipe with dimensions of 8x8 cm is used to create the base. It should have a support slightly exceeding its parameters. Two welded corners can act as it.
The required cross-section of the base is formed using a grinder. Then you need to weld the legs, complemented by braces. When using folding or removable parts, the design will become more compact.
The telescopic tripod is made of three sections of a profile steel pipe. They should have the following sizes: 4x4 cm, 6x6 cm and 8x8 cm. Parts are inserted into each other and supplemented with a plug. At one end, you need to make a latch for the turntable, which can also be removable.
For its manufacture, a structure is welded in the form of the letter “H”, on the middle jumper of which a through hole is made to secure the retractable retaining elements. They are necessary to evenly keep the drywall sheet and prevent its damage.
The next item is the creation of a pan-tilt device. The simplest option is to attach a pipe segment to the structure by welding or bolting. Despite the simplicity of manufacture, such a mechanism is not always convenient when transporting drywall. It is possible to use an eccentric or other quick-release mechanism.
The do-it- yourself telescopic boom is almost ready, all that remains is to assemble the winch. You can purchase the finished mechanism in the store and fix it on the resulting design. It is worth noting that the fastening method and its reliability play a special role. As a fastener, a beam with a brace can act, all elements of which are connected with bolts to enable quick installation and dismantling.