Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were initially designed to offer bigger work space while carrying bigger loads. They are usually utilized to lift many employees who require access to the same work platform. This particular type of aerial lift is used for lifting heavy machinery, people and materials. These industrial machines come in lots of models, colors and sizes. Nearly all scissor lifts and hydraulic lifts are powered by either gas or electricity.
Electric models are typically quieter machinery making them most suitable for warehouse operations. Gas or diesel powered scissor lifts are usually called rough-terrain lifts which are suited more for jobsites outdoors.
Within the industrialized world, scissor lifts are the most often utilized and amongst the most essential types of material handling machines. There are different types offered on the market. For example, several are designed to handle a load of as much as 50 tons, whilst others more resemble portable carts which are small and can just raise materials which weigh up to a couple of hundred pounds.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
Within the material handling business, the scissor lift goes by a wide variety of names, including: 4WD Aerial Lifts, Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Material Lifts, Aerial Platforms, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Turn Tables, Small Scissor Lift, Heavy Capacity Scissor Lift, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Ground Lift Table, Heavy Duty Scissor Lift, Loading Dock Lift, Hydraulic Lifts, Tilt Tables, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Zero Lifts, Upenders and Air Lift Tables. Scissor Lifts would also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts too.