Classifications of Scissor Lifts & Aerial Lift Platforms
Aerial platforms and scissor lifts enable employees to work on high structures since they could reach a lot of things and structures. These lifts provide friendly user controls that enable to operate the the platform independently from the base. This allows the equipment to get around objects. There are numerous available lift designs that are suitable for specific environments and applications.
Scissor Lift
Utilizing a series of crisscrossed connected steel arms, the scissor lift is designed to make an X patterned support system when the lift is raised vertically. Workers utilize a large rectangle platform which is connected to the top of the lifting mechanism. There are support railings along the edges to provide added protection.
The scissor lift features a low profile that is ideal for hard and compact dirt surfaces, concrete and pavement. These machines utilize either a combustion engine or an electric motor to power the lift and the lifting device.
Rough Terrain Scissor Lift
The rough terrain scissor lift utilizes the same lifting technology as the standard scissor lift unit. The rough terrain model differs in that it features a specific base that is designed for uneven surfaces. The rough terrain also offers oversized all terrain tires and a higher ground clearance. These units provide lower lifting heights overall because of the higher center of gravity of the machine.
Telescopic Boom Lift
The telescopic boom lift offers a beam that rises both diagonally and vertically. To operate the boom, the equipment has controls outfitted on the work platform. The controls make use of an IC or a combustion engine in order to power the hydraulics and lift the boom.
Articulating Boom Lift
Articulating booms have two telescopic booms attached together with a moving elbow. This lifting equipment offers a bucket or a small working platform equipped with hand controls which are utilized to control the boom. The articulating lift is capable of reaching on top buildings and over objects.