Post lift - Revision history

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	Also known as a mobile column lift, this consists of individual lifting columns used in sets of 2, 4, 6, or more units. Each individual column is mobile and contains an electric power unit. Cables or wireless technology is used to synchronise the column lifting and lowering.		Also known as a mobile column lift, this consists of individual lifting columns used in sets of 2, 4, 6, or more units. Each individual column is mobile and contains an electric power unit. Cables or wireless technology is used to synchronise the column lifting and lowering.

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	* Construction plant.		* Construction plant.
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	* Scissor lift.		* Scissor lift.
	* Stacker.		* Stacker.
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	* Working platform.		* Working platform.

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−	A post lift is a lifting device which is used to raise vehicles inside buildings for easy repair and maintenance access. Most post lifts are above ground, but there are also in-ground varieties.	+	A post lift is a lifting device which is typically used to raise vehicles inside buildings for easy repair and maintenance access. Most post lifts are above ground, but there are also in-ground varieties.

	= Two post lift =		= Two post lift =

−	This is the most ~~popular~~ type of post lift. It consists of two upright columns, four adjustable arms attached to a carriage assembly, and two hydraulic cylinders. It is usually mounted to an existing concrete ~~surface~~, ~~the minimum depth of which should be~~ 4 inches. Most are powered by an electric/hydraulic power unit.	+	This is the most commonly-used type of post lift. It consists of two upright columns, four adjustable arms attached to a carriage assembly, and two hydraulic cylinders. It is usually mounted to an existing concrete structure, at least 4 inches thick. Most are powered by an electric/hydraulic power unit.

−	The power unit delivers pressurised hydraulic fluid to the cylinders. A set of ~~equalization~~ cables is installed between the carriages to ensure that ~~both carriages and~~ all four arms move together. Automatic safety arm locks are designed to secure the lift arms, once the arm pads have been properly positioned under the vehicle.	+	The power unit delivers pressurised hydraulic fluid to the cylinders. A set of equalisation cables is installed between the carriages to ensure that all four arms move together. Automatic safety arm locks are designed to secure the lift arms, once the arm pads have been properly positioned under the vehicle.

	= Four post lift =		= Four post lift =

−	This type of lift allows the vehicle to be driven onto two runways and lifted by its ~~tires~~. The advantage of this lift is that full access to the underside of the vehicle ~~can be achieved~~.	+	This type of lift allows the vehicle to be driven onto two runways and lifted by its tyres. The advantage of this lift is that their is full access to the underside of the vehicle.

	= Drive-on parallelogram =		= Drive-on parallelogram =
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	= In-ground lift =		= In-ground lift =

−	This type of lift has its assembly installed below the concrete floor. One or more hydraulic pistons or scissors mechanisms can be used depending on the weight ~~that is likely to need~~ to be lifted.	+	This type of lift has its assembly installed below the concrete floor. One or more hydraulic pistons or scissors mechanisms can be used depending on the weight to be lifted.

	= Wheel engaging mobile units =		= Wheel engaging mobile units =

−	Also known as a mobile column lift, this ~~type~~ consists of individual lifting columns used in sets of 2, 4, 6, or more units. Each individual column is mobile and contains an electric power unit. Cables or wireless technology is used to synchronise the column lifting and lowering.	+	Also known as a mobile column lift, this consists of individual lifting columns used in sets of 2, 4, 6, or more units. Each individual column is mobile and contains an electric power unit. Cables or wireless technology is used to synchronise the column lifting and lowering.

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

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A post lift is a lifting device which is used to raise vehicles inside buildings for easy repair and maintenance access. Most post lifts are above ground, but there are also in-ground varieties.

= Two post lift =

This is the most popular type of post lift. It consists of two upright columns, four adjustable arms attached to a carriage assembly, and two hydraulic cylinders. It is usually mounted to an existing concrete surface, the minimum depth of which should be 4 inches. Most are powered by an electric/hydraulic power unit.

The power unit delivers pressurised hydraulic fluid to the cylinders. A set of equalization cables is installed between the carriages to ensure that both carriages and all four arms move together. Automatic safety arm locks are designed to secure the lift arms, once the arm pads have been properly positioned under the vehicle.

= Four post lift =

This type of lift allows the vehicle to be driven onto two runways and lifted by its tires. The advantage of this lift is that full access to the underside of the vehicle can be achieved.

= Drive-on parallelogram =

This is a drive-on lift with two runways. The lifting mechanism can move the vehicle a short distance when lifting or lowering; or it can simply be lifted straight up and down. The two parallel runways are usually synchronised by hydraulic or electronic means; sometimes with a torsion bar connected to opposing legs.

= Scissors =

Surface-mounted and in-ground scissor lifts are available; either as a drive-on with runways or frame/body-engaging. It is similar to a parallelogram lift but raises and lowers the vehicle in a straight vertical path.

= In-ground lift =

This type of lift has its assembly installed below the concrete floor. One or more hydraulic pistons or scissors mechanisms can be used depending on the weight that is likely to need to be lifted.

= Wheel engaging mobile units =

Also known as a mobile column lift, this type consists of individual lifting columns used in sets of 2, 4, 6, or more units. Each individual column is mobile and contains an electric power unit. Cables or wireless technology is used to synchronise the column lifting and lowering.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

* Construction plant.
* Forklift truck.
* Hoist.
* Lift table.
* Lifting device.
* Lifting platform.
* Pallet truck.
* Scissor lift.
* Stacker.
* Working platform.

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