Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts have been designed to provide a larger work area and are usually utilized to lift multiple workers requiring access to the same platform. This particular kind of aerial lift is utilized for lifting materials, heavy machinery and individuals. These industrial equipment come in a lot of sizes, models and colors. Nearly all scissor lifts and hydraulic lifts run by either gas or electricity.
Electric models are typically quieter equipment making them most suitable for warehouse operations. Diesel of gas powered scissor lifts are usually called rough-terrain lifts which are more suitable for outdoor jobsites.
In the industrialized world, scissor lifts are the most often used and among the most essential kinds of material handling machinery. There are a range of different model types available on the market. Like for instance, several are designed to handle a load of as much as 50 tons, whereas others more resemble portable carts that are small and can only lift materials that weigh as much as a couple of hundred pounds.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
Within the material handling industry, the scissor lift goes by a wide variety of names, including: Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, 4WD Aerial Lifts, Material Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Aerial Platforms, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, 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, Tilt Tables, Hydraulic Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Zero Lifts, Upenders and Air Lift Tables. Scissor Lifts can also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts as well.