Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were initially designed to provide larger work space while lifting bigger loads. They are commonly utilized to raise multiple workers who need access to the same work platform. This particular type of aerial lift is used for lifting individuals, materials and heavy machines. These industrial machines come in many colors, sizes and varieties. Nearly all hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts are powered by either electricity or gas.
Because of their quiet nature, electric models are usually used for inside applications like warehouse settings because they are a lot less noisy. Diesel of gas powered scissor lifts are often referred to as rough-terrain lifts which are more suited for jobsites outdoors.
Within the industrialized world, scissor lifts are the most often utilized and one of the most essential kinds of material handling machinery. There are different types available on the market. For instance, several are designed to handle a load of up to 50 tons, whilst others more resemble portable carts that are small and only able to lift loads that weigh as much as a couple of hundred pounds.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
Within the material handling business, the scissor lift goes by a huge variety of names, including: Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, 4WD Aerial Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Material Lifts, Aerial Platforms, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Turn Tables, Small Scissor Lift, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Heavy Capacity Scissor Lift, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Ground Lift Table, LOading Dock Lift, Heavy Duty Scissor Lift, Tilt Tables, Hydraulic Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Zero Lifts, Air Lift Tables and Upenders. Scissor Lifts would also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts too.