A lift is a tool used to lift a vehicle and is very common in maintenance operations such as changing tires.

According to the functional characteristics and appearance, the lift can be mainly divided into four categories: single-column, double-column, four-column and shear.

In daily life, we most commonly see the double column lift, its structural characteristics are shown in the following figure:

The double column lift has been widely used because of its unique advantages

It provides a spacious working space under the car, making maintenance work without dead ends. The cost is relatively modest and the vehicle's chassis and powertrain are easily accessible. The wheels can be suspended freely, allowing maintenance personnel to maintain the wheels, braking and steering systems. At the same time, the double column lift is quickly installed and easy to move.

Shear lifts also have their own unique advantages

When lowered to a lower position, it is closer to the ground and takes up less space because there are no fixed columns. It inherited many of the advantages of the four-column elevator, but was more compact. The front and rear beamless design allows for more freedom of entry and exit and more open space. This allows maintenance personnel to easily access the center of the vehicle chassis and the outside, with the four-wheel locator for detection. In addition, the shear lift can also be equipped with a mobile lift car or a double layer structure to facilitate tire maintenance work.

Four-column lifts are known for their versatility

It offers a variety of platform lengths and lifting capabilities, with adjustable runway widths and adaptability for a wide range of vehicles. Equipped with child and mother type secondary lifting platform or mobile secondary lifting trolley, convenient tire maintenance and replacement. The design of the sideslip platform and the corner plate makes it more convenient to use with the four-wheel locator. At the same time, the four-column lift is easy to install, and it is also very convenient to move and relocate.

Single column lifts also have significant advantages

It is simple to operate, beautiful to look at, and does not take up too much space. It can be fully placed on the ground when not in use, saving space. It is especially suitable for use in places with limited indoor area, saving time and labor and improving work efficiency.