In the vast world of aerial equipment, diesel straight boom and electric articulated boom are the two main forces, each shining with its own unique brilliance. Whether it is a busy construction site or an exquisite interior decoration site, they play an important role, but there are also great differences between them. Let's explore the differences together.

The source of power

Diesel articulated boom equipment uses diesel engines as its core power source. This internal combustion engine-based power system relies on the combustion of diesel to release energy and drive the equipment to operate. In some large construction sites, we can often see diesel articulated boom aerial work vehicles. With the powerful torque output of diesel engines, they easily drive heavy articulated booms and work platforms, transporting workers and tools to a height of more than ten meters or even higher, completing arduous tasks such as exterior wall bricklaying and billboard installation.

On the other hand, the electric articulated boom equipment has the motor as its "heart". There are two main sources of energy: one is to store electrical energy through rechargeable batteries to power the generator; the other is to directly connect to an external power source to obtain stable electricity. Whether it is repairing chandeliers in shopping malls or installing curtain tracks in office buildings, the electric articulated boom aerial work platform is very useful. It relies on electric drive to run quietly and smoothly.

Flexibility and maneuverability of operations

Due to its strong power, the diesel articulated boom equipment performs well in terms of flexible operation. It has a relatively fast walking speed and can move quickly and flexibly to different work points in a large construction site. At the same time, the diesel articulated boom has a relatively strong carrying capacity, and the working platform can carry more tools and materials, which can meet the needs of multiple people working at the same time. In the construction of large bridges, the diesel articulated boom aerial work vehicle can easily carry multiple workers and a large amount of construction materials to work at different pier positions.

The electric straight arm equipment is better in maneuverability. It adopts an advanced electronic control system, and the operator can achieve precise control of the lifting, retraction and rotation of the arm through precise control handles or buttons. In some scenes with extremely high requirements for operation accuracy, electric articulated boom equipment plays its role. In addition, the electric articulated boom equipment has a small turning radius and can flexibly turn in a narrow space, which is suitable for complex indoor environment layout.

Power and endurance

The diesel boom equipment has a strong power output, which is a significant advantage. The diesel engine can provide high power, allowing the equipment to rely on its flexible movement and efficient work in extremely complex working environments, such as muddy construction sites and mountains with large slopes. In terms of endurance, as long as there is enough diesel in the tank, it can continue to work for a long time. Under normal circumstances, a full tank of oil can work continuously for about 8-10 hours, or even longer, which makes it the best choice in remote areas or long-term uninterrupted operations.

Compared with the power, the electric boom equipment is relatively mild, but its energy-saving advantage is more obvious. The electric motor can efficiently convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, which greatly reduces energy consumption while meeting the general needs of aerial work. In indoor working scenes, the quiet and exhaust-free emission characteristics are particularly prominent. However, the endurance of the electric boom equipment is limited by the battery capacity. Common electric boom aerial work platforms can usually work continuously for about 4-6 hours after being fully charged. With the continuous advancement of battery technology, some high-performance batteries have begun to be used, and the cruising capacity of some equipment has been extended, but in general, there is still a gap in the endurance compared with diesel articulated boom equipment. Moreover, it takes a certain amount of time to charge electric articulated boom equipment. Although fast charging technology is developing, it still takes several hours to fully charge it, which affects its ability to operate continuously to a certain extent.

Summarize

When choosing between diesel and electric articulated boom equipment, you need to comprehensively consider the operating environment, operating requirements, cost budget and other factors. If you are working in a large outdoor construction site, field operation or other complex environment, and need long-term continuous operation and strong power support, then diesel is the best choice. If you are working indoors, in a place with strict requirements on environmental protection and noise, and in a scene with high precision requirements for operation, then electric articulated boom is the best choice.