As an auto shop owner, you know as well as us that if your auto lift isn't running properly, work at your shop grinds to a halt. It is important to partner with a good auto hydraulics lift distributor and service company in order to keep this invaluable aspect of your company in good shape. Whether you are looking for a hydraulic lift or you are in need of repairs and service on your existing one, it is a good idea to find a service company that is a distributor as well. How do you know which type of auto lift you need? We have outlined a few options for you below.
Types of Auto Lifts
The type of lift you need depends upon the frequency of use, the lifting capacity required, and the types of vehicles you will be lifting. It many instances, it is prudent to purchase a few different types of auto lifts to ensure that you can accommodate all customers. Whether you are an auto shop owner or a home hobbyist, we are confident that one of our lifts will suit your needs perfectly. We understand how difficult this decision can be, and that is why we have outlined the basics of a few auto lift types below:
- Rotary two-post lift: Two-post car lifts are a popular choice for our customers, as they are versatile and can accommodate nearly every type of vehicle. If you choose a two post lift that is for asymmetrical vehicles, the lift will distribute the vehicle's weight evenly. They are also great for lifting large vehicles.
- Rotary four-post lift: Four-post lifts are convenient because not only are they great for servicing and repairing a vehicle, but they also can safely store the vehicle. Because of the addition of two posts, four-post lifts are traditionally sturdier and can support more weight than a two-post lift. Four-post lifts are popular with mechanics and home hobbyists alike.
- Alignment lift: If you are working in a specialized industry, then why not have the tools to meet your specific need? An alignment lift will give you complete access to all parts of the vehicle, and will leave you an unobstructed view of everything you need to properly align vehicles and get them back to their owners quickly.
- Motorcycle lift: Motorcycle lifts typically come in platform or open-jack style. You can purchase a hydraulic motorcycle lift, or you can go with an air or manually driven lift, as both are economical and safe when working on motorcycles.
- Portable auto lift: A portable auto lift is the solution to a variety of problems. If you are a home hobbyist or do-it-yourself mechanic with limited space, the solution to your space problem is a portable lift. The same goes for an auto shop owner with limited room in his shop: a portable auto lift that can be moved around or removed entirely. Going to a trade show and need a lift that can easily be transported? You will find your solution in a portable auto lift.
- Scissor lift: A scissor lift is often a portable type of hydraulic lift. Scissor lifts are used to evenly distribute the weight of a vehicle, and can either be in-ground or portable.
- Parking lift: A parking lift will allow you more storage space, especially if you are storing vehicles for the long term. Parking lifts are designed around the four-post lift system, but they allow you to save space by stacking cars on top of one another. You can store cars, buses, trailers, and even boats depending upon the type of parking lift you purchase.