NEW SCISSOR LIFTS

What Is a Scissor Lift?

With a scissor lift, a scaffold-style platform ascends and descends in a straight vertical path, supported by a lifting mechanism featuring a series of crisscross patterns. Surrounded by safety rails, workers have a stable, secure surface for performing a range of jobs 10 feet off the ground.

Several industries and job functions depend on this functionality, including the following:

• Construction and building maintenance for repairing or building new ceilings, walls, sprinklers, lighting systems, HVAC ducts, and electrical work.
• Warehouses, for retrieving materials off tall shelves and maintaining sorting and packing equipment.
• Utilities, including maintaining power lines and public electrical systems.
• Entertainment, from setting up sound systems and outdoor stages to filming at the perfect angle.

Features and power of scissor lifts for sale vary with the intended work environment. Here’s a brief explanation:

• Electric scissor lifts are compact and battery-powered, used indoors on flat, stable floors.
• Rough terrain scissor lifts feature heavy-duty, diesel- or gas-powered construction with lugged tires, four-wheel drive, and a higher ground clearance for intensive outdoor work.

Learn more about how scissor lifts operate and their various features.

Why Buy New Scissor Lifts From Aerial Titans

We’re more than a supplier. We accompany the latest models from trusted manufacturers with knowledgeable support, repair service, and flexible financing:

• We Know Scissor Lifts: Tell us about your application, and we’ll connect you with the right scissor lift for sale, assisting in English and Spanish.
• Comprehensive Logistics: We arrange freight anywhere in the continental U.S., and export through your freight forwarder.
• Warranties and Repairs: Machines purchased through Aerial Titans are covered by the manufacturer's factory warranty. We'll help you file any claim.
• Flexible Financing: Our financing solutions fit businesses at every stage and need.

New Scissor Lifts FAQ

What size scissor lift do I need?

Smaller scissor lifts (10 to 20 feet) are ideal for warehouse, indoor maintenance, and retail work. Medium-sized lifts (25 to 32 feet) have the height for electrical work and ceiling-level repairs. Tall lifts (40 to 70 feet) offer the distance and stability for outdoor work, such as construction or building maintenance.

Our guide explores the different types of scissor lifts further, connecting size and operation with common applications.

Do scissor lifts require certification to operate?

Yes. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that all operating employees must undergo training and have their employer verify and document their skills. Generally, this includes a structured aerial lift training course, delivered in person or online, that covers fall protection, load limits, electrical hazards, and pre-operational inspections. Records must also indicate who completed the training course, when, and the results of their evaluation.

Select states and municipalities have instituted stricter training rules, such as more frequent renewals or presenting permits for construction work.

What’s the difference between an articulating boom lift and a scissor lift?

An articulating boom lift extends in multiple horizontal and vertical directions with a hinge-style mechanism, often covering a greater distance, while a scissor lift moves vertically with crisscross-oriented supports. Here are some additional differences:

• Platforms on articulating boom lifts rotate 360 degrees but are fixed on scissor lifts.
• Articulating boom lifts can support up to 500 pounds, while scissor lifts can move four times that amount.
• A full-body harness is needed to safely use an articulating boom lift, while guardrails are sufficient for scissor lifts.

Read our blog to explore these differences further.