Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were initially designed to offer larger work space when raising larger cargo. They are commonly used to lift many workers who require access to the same work platform. This kind of aerial lift is used for lifting heavy equipment, people and supplies. These industrial machines come in numerous colors, sizes and varieties. The majority of hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts run by either electricity or gas.
Because of their quiet nature, electric models are typically utilized for inside applications like warehouse atmospheres as they are much less noisy. Gas or diesel powered scissor lifts are usually referred to as rough-terrain lifts which are more suited for outdoor jobsites.
Scissor lifts are very common equipment in the industrialized world, and are vital material handling equipment. There are a variety of different model types existing on the market. For instance, a few 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 a couple hundred pounds of cargo.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
In the material handling industry, the scissor lift goes by a huge variety of names, such as: Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, 4WD Aerial Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Material Lifts, Aerial Platforms, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Small Scissor Lift, Turn Tables, Heavy Capacity Scissor Lift, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Ground Lift Table, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Heavy Duty Scissor Lift, Loading Dock Lift, Hydraulic Lifts, Tilt Tables, Zero Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Air Lift Tables and Upenders. Scissor Lifts will also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts too.