Scissor Lift Platform

Speed, efficiency, and safety in areas such as shipping, storage, manufacturing, and logistics are becoming increasingly important for businesses. In this context, the hydraulic freight platform, which ensures safe and practical transportation of heavy loads, is becoming a crucial choice for companies looking to optimize their business processes. OHC Lift offers scissor lift platforms with different capacities and features, providing the best solutions for customers.

What is a Scissor Lift Platform?

A scissor lift platform is an industrial lifting device that operates through hydraulic systems and ensures the safe vertical (up-down) movement of loads. It derives its name from the steel structure in the form of “scissors” that lifts the platform. The load placed on the platform is raised or lowered as the hydraulic cylinders expand and contract.

• Durability and longevity: The scissor structure is made of high-strength steel.
• Safe working conditions: Hydraulic systems ensure controlled and balanced load movement.
• High load capacity: Can be customized from 500 kg to 10 tons (or more).
• Various sizes and dimensions: Custom production allows usage in both narrow and wide spaces.

Our company manufactures scissor lift platforms in both standard and custom sizes. We offer both single-scissor and double-scissor models to meet different industry needs.

How Does a Scissor Lift Platform Work?

Scissor lift platforms operate through hydraulic cylinders that activate a “scissor” mechanism. When the user issues a lifting or lowering command via a control panel or remote control, hydraulic pumps generate pressure in the cylinders. This pressure expands the scissors, lifting the platform. When pressure is reduced or applied in the opposite direction, the scissors contract, lowering the platform. While energy is consumed during the ascent, energy consumption is reduced during descent due to gravity. Additional safety components such as safety locks, valves, and sensors protect against overload and emergency situations.

Single-Scissor Lift Platform

A single-scissor lift platform is a model of a freight lifting platform that operates with a single row of scissor mechanisms. Due to fewer scissors, its working height may be somewhat limited. However, when properly adjusted for height and capacity, it serves as a practical and economical solution for many industries.

Features and Advantages

• Compact Design: The single-scissor structure facilitates installation in narrow areas. Ideal for warehouses, workshops, and loading ramps.
• Suitable for Medium and Low Heights: Ideal for lifting needs ranging from 2 to 5-6 meters. Commonly used for moving materials between floors, loading/unloading light vehicles, and supplying materials to production lines.
• Economical Solution: Requires fewer steel structures and hydraulic components, reducing costs. Single-scissor platform requires minimal maintenance.
• Fast Installation: Fewer components allow for quick assembly. Ideal for short-term projects.

Double-Scissor Lift Platform

This type of hydraulic scissor lift platform is designed to provide greater lifting height and load capacity compared to the single-scissor model. With two levels of scissor mechanisms, the platform can either rise higher or support a higher load capacity at the same height.

Features and Advantages

• Higher Lifting Distance: Can reach shelf heights or floors beyond the capabilities of single-scissor platforms. Offers lifting distances from 5-6 meters up to 10 meters or more.
• High Load Capacity: Suitable for heavy industrial environments and logistics centers, designed to lift loads up to 10 tons.
• Durable and Safe: The double-scissor system ensures greater stability and secure lifting. The robust steel structure offers long-lasting performance.
• Widespread Industrial Use: Efficiently operates in large storage areas, manufacturing facilities, and heavy machinery workshops. Double-scissor platform simplifies inter-floor material transfer in multi-story buildings.

Areas of Application

Scissor lift platforms are widely used across various industries:

• Warehousing and Logistics: Moving goods between shelves and loading trucks.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Feeding materials to production lines.
• Automotive Industry: Lifting vehicles and parts on assembly lines.
• Construction: Transporting construction materials between floors.
• Retail and Shopping Centers: Moving products in stores and warehouses.

Scissor Lift Platform Prices

Pricing varies based on load capacity, lifting height, and additional features. OHC Lift manufactures CE-certified platforms that comply with European standards. Contact us to receive a price quote.