Classifications of Aerial Lift Platforms & Scissor Lifts
Scissor lifts are made of a series of crisscrossed steel arms, connected to make an X pattern. When the crisscrossed arms are extended, the platform is raised vertically. There are support railings along the edges of the lifting mechanism to be able to keep the employees safe and help to secure their tools.
Scissor lifts offer a low profile which is great for concrete, pavement and hard dirt surfaces. These machinery use either a combustion engine or electric motor in order to move the lift and power the lifting mechanism. The operator should move the lift itself if she or he has to travel horizontally, because the lift apparatus just operates the lift in a vertical manner.
Rough Terrain Scissor Lift
Rough terrain scissor lifts use the identical lifting technology as a typical scissor lift. The key difference is that the rough terrain models feature a different base that is particularly made for surfaces which are uneven. These units also provide higher ground clearance and oversized all terrain tires. The rough terrain scissor lifts use 4-wheel drive so as to easily navigate through muddy and difficult terrain.
Telescopic Boom Lift
Telescopic booms are designed to be elevated both diagonally and vertically. This unit has a small work platform that houses controls in order to control the boom. The controls work with a combustion engine in order to power the hydraulics which power the boom and move the lift. The telescopic boom lift has off-road capable tires and is an independent lift model.
Articulating Boom Lift
There are two telescopic booms on the articulating boom lift. These are attached with a moving elbow mechanism. This lifting machinery has a small work platform or a bucket that is equipped with hand controls in order to control the boom. These are stand-alone lifts which are powered by a combustion engine. Articulating boom lifts are offered with either hard surface or off-road tires. These lifts are designed in order to reach over top of and on top of buildings.
Aerial Mast Lift
To be able to lift 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 models. These equipment provide an ideal solution for working in high racks within narrow warehouse aisles. It is vital to note that aerial mast lifts are not recommended for off-road application and are limited to vertical movement.