Scissor Lifts
Scissor Lifts are specially made for working on projects directly overhead as they are just capable of lifting on a vertical plane. Scissor Lifts are made of a series of folding and linked supports that crisscross in an "x" pattern. The pressure has to be applied to the outside of the lowest set of supports in order for the unit to rise up into the air. This process extends the crossing pattern which propels the unit vertically. If the equipment is pneumatically or hydraulically powered, lowering of the platform could be done by easily opening a valve to be able to release the pressure.
There are a large variety of scissor lift types which vary from outdoor rough terrain models to indoor models. The rough terrain scissor lift is designed particularly for construction operations. The rough terrain types are specially equipped with stronger and more dependable tires which run by gas or diesel engines.
4 Mechanical Lifts
Mechanical lifts are normally smaller models that depend on rack-and-pinion or screw threads to lift the platform. The mechanical lifts are limited in the amount of weight they could lift and the heights they can extend to. Mainly, these types of lifts are utilized for maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and indoor applications.
The very first scissor lift was made in the 1970s. The fundamental design is still used, even if many improvements have been made in the materials used and safety features added. This machine became the perfect option for numerous indoor retail establishments which were beginning to expand their inventory. The scissor lift is like the forklift. The scissor lift has become sought after and well-known for its portability as well as its effectiveness. Moreover, the scissor lift offers the only industrial platforms which could be retracted and could fit into the corner of the building.