Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were initially designed to offer larger work space when lifting larger cargo. They are usually used to lift many workers who need access to the same work platform. This kind of aerial lift is used for raising heavy equipment, people and materials. These industrial machinery come in many colors, sizes and varieties. Nearly all scissor lifts and hydraulic lifts run by either gas or electricity.
Due to their quiet nature, electric models are typically used for inside applications like warehouse atmospheres because they are a lot less noisy. Scissor lifts which are powered by either gas or diesel are often referred to as rough-terrain lifts that are suitable more for outdoor jobsites.
Within the industrialized world, scissor lifts are the most often used and one of the most important kinds of material handling equipment. There are a variety of different model types offered on the market. Like for example, some are designed to handle a load of up to 50 tons, whilst others more resemble portable carts that are small and could only raise a couple hundred pounds of load.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
In the material handling business, the scissor lift goes by a huge variety of names, such as: Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, 4WD Aerial Lifts, Material Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Aerial Platforms, Small Scissor Lift, Turn Tables, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Heavy Capacity Scissor Lift, Ground Lift Table, Air Scissor Lift Cart, LOading Dock Lift, Heavy Duty Scissor Lift, Hydraulic Lifts, Tilt Tables, Zero Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Upenders and Air Lift Tables. Scissor Lifts would also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts as well.