Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were originally designed to provide bigger work space while lifting bigger cargo. They are commonly utilized to lift many workers who need access to the same work platform. This kind of aerial lift is used for lifting materials, heavy equipment and people. These industrial machinery come in numerous sizes, varieties and colors. The majority of hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts run by either gas or electricity.
Electric models are typically quieter equipment making them most suitable for warehouse applications. Gas or diesel powered scissor lifts are often known as rough-terrain lifts which are suitable more for jobsites outdoors.
Scissor lifts are very common machinery in the industrialized world, and are vital material handling machines. There are various types available on the market. Like for example, some are designed to handle a load of up to fifty tons, whilst others more resemble portable carts which are small and can just raise cargo that weigh up to a couple of hundred pounds.
Common Names for Scissor Lifts
In the material handling business, the scissor lift goes by a wide variety of names, like: 4WD Aerial Lifts, Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, Material Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Aerial Platforms, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Small Scissor Lift, Turn Tables, 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, Zero Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Air Lift Tables and Upenders. Scissor Lifts will also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts too.