Classifications of Scissor Lifts & Aerial Lift Platforms
Scissor lifts and aerial platforms allow employees to work on elevated structures in a safe way and allow them to reach objects and structures. These lifts and platforms offer friendly user controls to maneuver the platform and the base separately. This enables the equipment to get around objects. There are numerous available lift designs which are suitable for specific environments and applications.
Scissor Lift
The scissor lift uses a series of crisscrossed connected steel arms. These arms are designed to create an X patterned support system when the lift is raised vertically. Workers utilize a large rectangle platform which is attached to the top of the lifting device. There are support railings along the edges to provide added safety.
Scissor lifts are great for pavement, compact and hard dirt surfaces and concrete since they feature a low profile. These equipments make use of either an electric motor or a combustion engine to power the lifting device as well as the lift.
Rough Terrain Scissor Lift
The rough terrain scissor lift uses the same lifting technology as the regular scissor lift unit. The rough terrain model varies in that it features a specialized base which is designed for surfaces that are uneven. The rough terrain additionally provides all terrain oversized tires and a higher ground clearance. These models offer lower lifting heights overall because of the higher center of gravity of the machinery.
Telescopic Boom Lift
The telescopic boom lift provides a telescoping beam that rises diagonally and vertically. This equipment offers a small work platform equipped with controls to operate the boom. The controls utilize an IC or a combustion engine in order to power the hydraulics and lift the boom.
Articulating Boom Lift
An articulating boom lift has two telescopic booms that are connected with a moving elbow. This lifting machinery provides a small work platform or a bucket equipped with hand controls which are utilized to control the boom. The articulating lift is capable of reaching on top buildings and over things.