Classifications of Aerial Lift Platforms & Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts consist of a series of crisscrossed steel arms, linked up to make an X pattern. When the crisscrossed arms are extended, the platform is vertically raised. There are support railings along the edges of the lifting apparatus in order to keep the employees safe and help to secure their tools.
Scissor lifts offer a low profile that is great for hard dirt surfaces, concrete and pavement. These machinery use either an electric motor or a combustion engine to be able to power the lifting apparatus and move the lift. The operator should move the lift itself if she or he needs to travel horizontally, since the lift mechanism just operates the lift vertically.
Rough Terrain Scissor Lift
The rough terrain scissor lift and the standard scissor lift use identical lifting technology. The main difference is that the rough terrain units feature a different base that is particularly made for surfaces which are not even. These units also provide oversized all terrain tires and higher ground clearance. The rough terrain scissor lifts utilize 4-wheel drive in order to navigate through difficult and muddy terrain easily.
Telescopic Boom Lift
Telescopic booms are made to be elevated both diagonally and vertically. This model has a small work platform that houses controls to be able to control the boom. The controls function with a combustion engine in order to power the hydraulics which move the lift and power the boom. The telescopic boom lift has off-road capable tires and is an independent lift unit.
Articulating Boom Lift
The articulating boom lift features 2 telescopic booms which are connected with a moving elbow apparatus. This lifting machinery has a bucket or a small work platform that is outfitted with hand controls to be able to control the boom. These are stand-alone lifts that are powered by a combustion engine. Articulating boom lifts are offered with either hard surface or off-road tires. These lifts are made in order to reach over top of and on top of buildings.
Aerial Mast Lift
To be able to raise a work platform vertically into the air, the aerial mast lift uses a telescopic mast. The lift is typically powered electrically or pneumatically and are self-propelled units. These machines provide a great solution for working in high racks in narrow warehouse aisles. It is essential to bear in mind that aerial mast lifts are not recommended for off-road use and are limited to vertical movement.