Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts were initially designed to provide larger work space while carrying bigger loads. They are usually utilized to raise many employees who need access to the same work platform. This particular type of aerial lift is used for raising people, supplies and heavy machines. These industrial machines come in many varieties, colors and sizes. Most hydraulic lifts and scissor lifts run by either gas or electricity.
Electric models are usually quieter equipment making them most suitable for warehouse operations. Gas or diesel powered scissor lifts are normally referred to as rough-terrain lifts that are more suitable for outdoor jobsites.
Scissor lifts are extremely common machines in the industrialized world, and are vital material handling machinery. There are different types existing on the market. Like for instance, a few are designed to handle a load of up to fifty tons, whereas others more resemble portable carts that are small and only able to lift materials which 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, Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts, Material Lifts, Tall Scissor Lift Platform, Aerial Platforms, Turn Tables, Small Scissor Lift, 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, Ergonomic Lift Tables, Zero Lifts, Air Lift Tables and Upenders. Scissor Lifts would also be categorized under general Aerial Lifts as well.