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10 Quick Tips for Buying Material Lifts
1. Material lifts, also called stackers, are designed to move and lift pallets, skids, or small containers from just above the floor to a storage bin. The load is pushed manually while the lifting is done by the electric material lift motor and hydraulics.
2. Electric power stackers are generally rated at 1,000 lbs. load capacity, but that varies by model. Remote controls, floor locks, and safety screens are standard equipment on these material lifts.
3. Hand crank winch lifts can be used with front forks or platforms, depending on the model. These material lifts are designed to be used like hand trucks but with lift capabilities for pallets, skids, and other heavy objects.
4. Hydraulic foot pump lifts, as the name implies, are material lifts that will lift a load via a foot pump rather than a hand crank.
5. Scissor lift tables are material lifts designed to be portable so you can easily move your work from one work area to another.
6. Forklift platforms allow you to safely reach high bins for storage or picking. Handrails and safety belts are included with these material lifts.
7. Cylinder material lifts are specifically designed for moving and lifting cylinders and are most commonly used in welding shops.
8. Built-in casters allow you to move the material lift platform anywhere you need it with minimal effort.
9. Heavy-duty steel construction means our material lifts are built to withstand years of heavy work in the toughest environments.
10. Material lifts with wide centers will bring greater balance to all loads.
