Businesses which operate in industrial settings rely on efficient processes to generate maximum profit. If a process requires significant effort with little yield, it should be streamlined to become more cost-effective. Regular assessments of industry processes help identify inefficiencies and find innovative ways to improve productivity.

lifting platforms are mechanical devices that assist workers in industrial settings like manufacturing plants, factories and warehouses. A lifting platform brings many benefits, such as increased efficiency and productivity, reduced risk of workplace injuries, improved ergonomics, and reduced product damage.

Keep reading to learn more about the key features and functions of industrial lifting platforms.

What is A lifting platform?

A lifting platform is a mechanical or electromechanical device designed to assist in the lifting, lowering, and positioning of loads to make work tasks easier and more efficient. Lift tables with platforms can be useful for assembly, maintenance and repair work.

Key Functions

Material Handling

Material handling refers to the physical handling, storage and movement of products. In warehouses or factories, the material handling of heavy or bulky items like pallets is difficult without specialised machinery. lifting platforms streamline the material handling process by transporting and lifting items quickly with minimal effort.

Positioning

Lifting platforms are useful for positioning items effectively. Models with tilting mechanisms can position loads at an angle to provide technicians with better access to the item to conduct repairs or maintenance.

Improved Safety

Using machinery to handle the heavy lifting of items significantly improves safety in the workplace. Attempting to lift weighty items like pallets can cause injury to workers. By making lifting and lowering a machine operation, the risk of workplace injuries is drastically reduced.

Ergonomics

The ergonomic design of lifting platforms enables employees to raise or lower a product to the most convenient height. Working at a comfortable level helps to reduce human strain and fatigue and improve workplace satisfaction.

Loading and Unloading

lifting platforms are constructed using strong and durable materials that enable them to carry heavy loads without breaking. The smooth operation of the lifting and lowering mechanism prevents any damage to products during the loading and unloading process.

Manoeuvrability

Some models feature built-in wheels for easy manoeuvrability. Wheels enable lifting platforms to be transported around the premises easily and used in multiple locations.

What Types of Lifting Platforms Are Available?

Lifting Platforms

Lifting platforms are available with different weight capacities, maximum heights, platform sizes and mobility options to choose from according to the needs of each client.

Our range of lifting platforms:

• Weight Capacity: 55kg – 170kg
• 180 degrees of rotation
• Platform Size: 418 x 434mm – 500 x 500mm
• Height Raised: 1345mm – 2090mm
• Height Lowered: 105mm – 130mm

Tilting Lift Table

Tilting lift tables are capable of lifting and positioning containers or products to precise rotations for easy access from multiple angles. Scissor lift tables can be fitted with a tilt top to position pallets or large items at an angle.

Our range of tilting lift tables:

• Weight Capacity: 750kg – 1500kg
• 180 degrees of rotation
• Platform Size:  500 x 500mm – 1300 x 800mm
• Height Raised: 770mm – 1055mm
• Height Lowered: 6mm – 380mm

Pallet Positioner

Pallet levellers can support pallets with a weight of up to 2000 kg. Heavy-duty measures like torsion bars at points of stress and solid steel pivot blocks ensure maximum strength and stability.

Manually lifting pallets can be dangerous and risks employees sustaining temporary or permanent back injuries. Ergonomic pallet lift tables can position pallets at desired heights for safer and simpler loading and unloading.

Our range of pallet positioners:

• Weight Capacity: 150kg – 2000kg
• Platform Size:  1100m diameter
• Height Raised: 705mm
• Height Lowered: 241mm

Bespoke Lifting Platform

A bespoke lifting platform can be designed and produced according to specific dimensions to accommodate the needs of business operations.

Key Features

Adjustable Height

Electric lifting platforms can have adjustable heights of usually up to 1700mm. The height of the attached object can be raised or lowered from the control panel to be at the optimum height for the employee operating the machine.

Load Capacity

Lifting platforms feature a high load capacity. Depending on the model of the lifting platform, the maximum load capacity will vary. Load capacity tends to be a few hundred kilograms.

Safety Features

Lifting platforms have several safety features to protect the workers who are using them. Emergency stop buttons enable workers to shut off the machine immediately in the event of an accident or emergency.

Integrated overload protections are in place to stop the machinery from operating should the maximum load be exceeded. This prevents an excessively heavy load from being lifted and breaking or damaging the platform under its weight.

Safety guards are found on the side of lifting platform platforms to keep items stable and secure. This reduces the risk of products falling off the side which could cause injuries to personnel.

Easy to Use

Lifting platforms feature user-friendly controls for ease of use. Control panels have simple controls to raise, lower or adjust the platform. Machine-operated lifting makes material handling more manageable for employees as there is little physical strain involved.

Durable

Lifting platforms use strong and durable materials to maximise weight, load capacity and longevity. Materials like stainless steel are used to provide corrosive-resistant solutions for industries that require a high level of hygiene.

Tool Options

Lifting platforms have a wide range of tools and customisable features such as platforms, v-cradles and control units. Custom features enable machinery to be tailored to the needs of business operations.

Soft Start and Stop

A soft start motor is a device used with electrical motors to reduce the load in the powertrain and prevent an electric current surge during start-up. The soft stop feature enables the output voltage to be reduced gradually. When the running speed of the motor decreases slowly it helps reduce the surge of loading equipment and mechanical shock.