Blue Giant: What is a Scissor Lift Table?
While many variations exist in facilities across the globe, all scissor lift tables perform the same basic function. Essentially, a scissor lift table employs a scissor mechanism to help lift goods and materials. This mechanism assists frontline workers by providing ergonomic support to move or store items at different heights. For this reason, scissor lift tables are a must have in a variety of different manufacturing and material handling environments.
How Does a Scissor Lift Table Work?
A scissor lift table is powered by either hydraulic fluid or compressed air. Once the power source is activated, one or more cylinders fill up and force the scissor legs to separate, thereby lifting the platform. Scissor lift tables have the capacity to raise or lower the platform to a desired height. Therefore, they can accommodate different loads and applications. But which type of scissor lift table is best for your needs and application?
What Is the Best Scissor Lift Table?
In order to choose the best scissor lift table for your business, it is important to examine the benefits of both the hydraulic scissor lift table and the pneumatic scissor lift table. Let’s take a
closer look at each model.
Hydraulic Scissor Lift Table
This lift runs on hydraulic fluid and generally has an electric or air-powered motor. Here are some advantages to using this type of lift table:
- Ease of Use: Due to simplicity of design, operators can easily adjust their speed as needed. A set of levers and buttons are used to control all functions.
- Strength: A small amount of force is multiplied by a hydraulic system, allowing workers to lift thousands of pounds with ease. Hydraulic scissor lift tables can lift much heavier loads than pneumatic scissor lift tables. Load capacity is a major factor for certain industries, making a hydraulic scissor lift the preferred choice.
- Consistency: Changes in speed do not affect torque or force. In other words, fluid power enables this device to perform effectively and consistently over time.
Pneumatic Scissor Lift Table
This lift is powered by compressed air and does not require electricity to operate. Advantages of this lift table include:
- Green Product: Pneumatic power is environmentally friendly. As a result, it can be used in a variety of different settings, including food and pharmaceutical industries.
- Speed: Since their medium is air, pneumatic lifts tend to operate faster than hydraulic scissor lift tables. Time constraints are an important consideration for some businesses.
- Safety: Using compressed air eliminates any exposure to hydraulic fluids and risk of possible contamination. It is safe for the environment and the individual worker.
Blue Giant Scissor Lift Tables
At Blue Giant, we offer a number of different styles of
scissor lift tables to suit various applications. We have standard duty models that are an economical option, wide base models for added stability when lifting larger loads, double wide options for enhanced load support, as well as models that can accommodate higher lift applications or floor level loading. Each unit boasts a heavy-duty design, and is built to improve operator ergonomics and enhance productivity.
While we offer our lifts in a variety of sizes, we also have engineering and design services available for unique applications requiring a custom option. Additional options such as accordion skirts, conveyors, and portability packages can help you find the perfect solution to enhance the efficiency and ergonomics of your workflow. To learn more about which lift solution is right for you, contact your authorized Blue Giant dealer.