Sky Jack - Scissor Lift

Applications & Use Cases

• Elevating personnel and materials for maintenance and installation tasks in food production areas.
• Providing access to high-level machinery for cleaning and inspection.
• Facilitating ergonomic working heights for assembly or processing lines.
• Supporting temporary access requirements during facility upgrades or reconfigurations.

Typical Specifications

Typical platform height

For this class of equipment, platform heights commonly range from 6 to 12 metres.

Typical lifting capacity

Units of this type typically offer lifting capacities between 200 kg and 500 kg.

Power supply

Commonly battery-electric (24V or 48V DC) for indoor use, or diesel for outdoor/rough terrain applications.

Platform dimensions

Platforms typically measure between 0.8m x 1.8m and 1.2m x 2.5m, often with extendable decks.

Footprint (stowed)

The stowed footprint for a scissor lift of this category typically ranges from 0.8m x 1.8m to 1.2m x 2.5m.

Tyre type

Non-marking tyres are commonly found on units intended for indoor food processing environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What safety features should I look for on a used scissor lift?

  Key safety features include guardrails, emergency stop buttons, tilt sensors, pothole protection, and overload sensors. Always ensure the unit has a valid LOLER inspection certificate.

• Is this type of equipment suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for a scissor lift?

• How do I transport a scissor lift?

• Can this be used on uneven surfaces?