Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were originally designed to provide bigger work space while carrying bigger cargo. They are normally used to lift multiple workers who need access to the same work platform. This type of aerial lift is used for raising supplies, heavy machinery and individuals. These industrial machines come in many varieties, colors and sizes. Most hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts are powered by either gas or electricity.
Because of their quiet nature, electric models are normally used for inside applications such as warehouse atmospheres because they are a lot less noisy. Scissor lifts which are powered by either diesel or gas are often called rough-terrain lifts that are more suitable for outdoor jobsites.
Within the industrialized world, scissor lifts are the most often utilized and one of the most essential types of material handling machinery. There are a range of different model types available on the market. For instance, some are designed to handle a load of as much as 50 tons, while others more resemble portable carts that are small and only able to raise loads 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: Narrow Electric Scissor Lifts, 4WD Aerial Lifts, Material Lifts, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Aerial Platforms, Small Scissor Lift, Turn Tables, Heavy Capacity Scissor Lift, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Air Scissor Lift Cart, Ground Lift Table, LOading Dock Lift, Heavy Duty Scissor Lift, Tilt Tables, Hydraulic Lifts, Zero Lifts, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Air Lift Tables and Upenders. Scissor Lifts can also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts as well.