FAQs About Scissor Lift Hire
Scissor lifts are elevating work platforms that raise a large, stable deck straight up on a folding scissor mechanism, giving room for people, tools and materials. They're used for maintenance, fit-out, installation and construction work where a roomy platform and vertical reach are needed. The right scissor lift depends on the working height, the platform capacity, whether the work is indoors or outdoors, and the ground conditions on site. Learn more about scissor lift hire in our FAQ section below.
The right scissor lift depends on the working height you need to reach and the surface you're working on. Compact electric scissor lifts suit low to mid-height indoor work such as retail fit-outs, warehousing and building maintenance on level floors. Larger electric and rough terrain diesel models reach greater heights and handle outdoor sites and uneven ground. Platform capacity also matters if more than one worker or heavier materials need to go up. Our team can help match the machine to your job.
Electric scissor lifts suit indoor and emissions-sensitive work. They run quietly, produce no fumes and won't mark finished floors, making them right for occupied buildings, retail and warehousing. Diesel rough terrain scissor lifts suit outdoor sites with uneven or unsealed ground, offering higher reach and greater stability on slopes and rough surfaces. The choice comes down to where you're working: indoors on level floors points to electric, outdoors on rough ground points to diesel.
United Rentals offers pickup from our branches or on-site delivery. Most scissor lifts travel on a tilt tray, while larger rough terrain models may need a low loader depending on size and weight. Delivery rates depend on the machine size and the distance to your site. Let us know your jobsite address when you request a quote and we'll include transport in the price.