Diesel scissor lifts are a common sight in construction sites and commercial and residential workspaces. This versatile machinery type has several uses and a wide range of use cases and applications.
What is a Diesel Scissor Lift?
A diesel scissor lift is a mobile elevated work platform that is powered by diesel. These models feature a beam, a base, and a working platform. The beam consists of struts that hinge together to form an X-pattern, almost like scissor blades, hence the title.
Features
One standout feature of diesel scissor lifts is their outdoor functionality. The lift should ideally have four-wheel drive capabilities with oscillating axles at the front. These features make manoeuvring over rugged or hilly terrains a breeze, and they add stability when the beam is extended.
The diesel scissor lifts also have non-marking tyres, so the machine doesn’t leave tracks on driveways or other outdoor surfaces. Other features include folding guardrails and extendable platforms to allow for extension through restricted areas.
Applications
A diesel scissor lift can be used in many different applications. Since a diesel engine powers the lift, it emits toxic gasses, and should ideally be used outdoors.
Production
During manufacturing operations, it is sometimes necessary to access elevated machinery or storage areas. Diesel scissor lifts are particularly useful in lifting heavy loads and human operators to ensure efficiency in production processes.
General Maintenance and Repairs
All commercial and residential buildings require routine maintenance and repairs to maintain value. Accessing high church and hospital roofs to change or repair defective fixtures or structural components is only possible with an elevated mobile platform like a diesel scissor lift.
Construction
Diesel scissor lifts are paramount during construction activities, especially since they can move over rugged terrains to provide an elevated platform for tasks like laying bricks and pouring concrete. Unlike scaffolding, these lifts provide construction workers with a stable and sizeable surface from where they can work.
Transportation, Delivery, and Storage
Placing heavy loads onto vehicles or storage areas requires a stable platform and lifting capacity that only a diesel scissor lift offers. Their extendable platforms also make loading and unloading easier.
Warehousing and Retail
When packing or storing goods and other objects, the entire space has to be effectively utilised. Scissor lifts make it possible to use the optimal storage solutions that are available. Diesel-powered models are ideal for outdoor warehouse operations and for lifting very heavy loads.
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