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Automotive Lifting Equipment: From Manual Jacks to Hydraulic Systems

Lifting vehicles has always been a critical aspect of automotive maintenance. Over the years, the tools and technologies used have undergone significant transformations, evolving from simple manual devices to sophisticated hydraulic systems. This journey reflects humanity’s relentless pursuit of efficiency and safety in vehicle maintenance.

Early Beginnings: Manual Jacks

In the early days of the automobile, lifting equipment was rudimentary. Mechanics and car owners relied on basic mechanical jacks, which employed screw threads or levers to lift vehicles. These devices required considerable physical effort and time, making vehicle maintenance a labor-intensive task.

One of the earliest forms of lifting devices was the screw jack, a simple yet effective tool that utilized a threaded screw mechanism to raise and lower loads. While innovative for its time, the screw jack’s manual operation limited its efficiency, especially as vehicles became heavier and more complex

The Rise of Hydraulic Technology

A significant breakthrough in lifting technology came with the invention of the hydraulic jack. In 1859, Richard Dudgeon introduced the “portable hydraulic press,” a device that utilized hydraulic power to lift heavy loads more efficiently than its mechanical counterparts. This innovation marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of lifting equipment.

Hydraulic systems offered several advantages over manual jacks:

Modern Innovations in Lifting Equipment

Today, products like the Scorpion TJ14 has the capacity of 14 Ton and Stanjack J9000H are prime examples of how advanced lifting technology enhances workshop efficiency.​

Scorpion Floor Jacks

Scorpion Floor Jacks are engineered for heavy-duty lifting, allowing mechanics to elevate the entire front or rear end of a vehicle efficiently. Constructed from high-grade steel and aluminum, these jacks feature a low-profile design for easy access under various vehicles.

Scorpion Pit Jacks

Designed for use in service pits or on above-ground alignment ramps, Scorpion Pit Jacks are ideal for lifting trucks, buses, and trailers. With lifting capacities of up to 50 tons and maximum heights reaching 72 inches, these jacks incorporate air-hydraulic systems for precise control.

Bridge Jacks

Bridge Jacks or Rolling Jacks facilitate the lifting of heavy-duty vehicles from the ramps of four-post lifts, making them perfect for wheel, brake, suspension, and alignment services. With capacities up to 25 tons and adjustable widths, they accommodate various lift configurations.

Fast Lube Tire Rotation Systems

For quick tire rotations and maintenance, Fast Lube Tire Rotation Systems offer portable solutions that lift the entire front or rear end of a vehicle. These systems are designed for efficiency, reducing service times and enhancing workshop. productivity.

The Role of Eco-Friendly Innovations


As environmental concerns take center stage, the development of eco-friendly hydraulic fluids has gained momentum. These advancements not only reduce the ecological footprint of hydraulic systems but also enhance their performance and longevity.​

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Eco-Friendly Hydraulic Fluids: How They Benefit the Environment

Eco-friendly hydraulic jacks are automotive lifting equipment that use fluid power to lift and lower vehicles for maintenance and do so without harming the environment. 

Whether through their mechanism of operation or the materials required to construct them, environment friendly jacks do not deplete the planet’s resources or pollute them in the process. 

This is in stark contrast to earlier, traditional variants, which have been increasingly wiped out through a variety of regulatory policies, specifications and labelling schemes by government and international standardization agencies. 

Before we go into how vehicle maintenance technology has advanced over the years and how hydraulic fluid- a chief component of that development- has benefited the environment, we will take a quick look at what hydraulics are. 

What are Hydraulic Jacks? 

A hydraulic jack consists of: 

  • Reservoir or buffer tank 
  • Pump with piston or plunger 
  • Pump lever or handle 
  • Check valve 
  • Main cylinder or ram 
  • Release valve 
  • Handle 

The piston is responsible for lifting the heavy load or weight. It is usually mechanically activated by shifting the positions of the handle or pump lever attached to it. This movement builds up pressure in the hydraulic fluid contained inside the reservoir or buffer tank. 

The pressure created allows the fluid to move through a check valve into the ram or main cylinder, which then pops out of the main body of the hydraulic jack creating the force required to lift the load. Finally, the release valve relieves the built pressure for easy retraction and lowering of the ram with the load on it. 

Vehicle Maintenance Technology- Regulatory Schemes Through the Years 

These measures and initiatives aim to minimize waste and reduce environmental impact throughout the entire hydraulic fluid product life cycle. Some of these are discussed below- 

  • EU Ecolabel– The EU Ecolabel is part of a broader EU Action Plan on Sustainable Consumption and Production and Sustainable Industrial Policy adopted by the European Commission that links the EU Ecolabel to other EU policies. EU Ecolabel meets the ISO 14020 Type I requirements for ecolabels. 
  • Blue Angel Eco-label– The Blue Angel is an environmental label in Germany that has been awarded to particularly environmentally friendly products and services since 1978 by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety. It highlights more environmentally friendly and healthy developments and alternatives in areas where standard products have a negative impact on the environment. 
  • Swedish Standard SS 15 54 34 Category V– The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) developed the Swedish Standard SS 15 54 34. It includes environmental requirements for hydraulic oils that contribute to their classification as non-hazardous to health and the environment. It stipulates the need for high biodegradability, low acute and chronic toxicity of the additives toward water organisms. 
  • Vessel Incidental Discharge Act– Issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States of America, the VIDA establishes a framework for the regulation of discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel under a new Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 312. 
  • USDA BioPreferred® Product Label– The USDA Biopreferred program has two major initiatives- Federal Procurement Preference and Product Labeling. It promotes the increased purchase and use of biobased products to reduce petroleum consumption, increase the use of renewable resources, better manage the carbon cycle, and reduce adverse environmental and health impacts, while promoting economic development, creating new jobs and providing new markets for farm commodities. 

Eco-Friendly Hydraulic Jack Fluids 

There are four basic types of eco-friendly hydraulic jack fluids- 

  1. HETG Fluids (Hydraulic Environmental Triglyceride)– The category of Biodegradable Hydraulic Oils is governed by the internationally accepted standard ISO 15380 (2016) and technical rule VDMA 24568 (1994). ISO 15380 standard specifies the requirements for biodegradable hydraulic oils in 4 main material product groups: HETG, HEPG, HEES and HEPR. The minimum content of base fluid for each product group shall not be less than 70 % (m/m). HETGs are technically limited by lower resistance to oxidation and temperature stability, as result of their “double bond”. HETG oils feature very high levels of biodegradability and are used in older, less demanding, hydraulic systems. For technically highly demanding hydraulic applications HETG’s are not fully suitable.
  2. HEES Fluids (Hydraulic Environmental Ester Synthetic)– Due to technical and environmental capability HEES products currently lead in the category of biodegradable hydraulic fluids. Group HEES further splits into 2 sub-categories with different levels of performance properties: a) Unsaturated (or partially saturated) synthetic esters are products based on vegetable resources or their mixtures. Their technical applicability in high demanding applications individually depends on the composition of the mixture. b) Saturated synthetic esters currently provide the most sophisticated, environmentally acceptable solution for hydraulic systems. Technical advantages of saturated synthetic esters are performance benefits, extreme stability, wide temperature range, compatibility, high levels of biodegradation and renewable resources.
  3. HEPG Fluids (Hydraulic Environmental Poly Glycol)– Performance-wise HEPG’s are highly sophisticated products. However, their severely limiting factors are incompatibility with paint, sealing materials, hoses, and virtually any other type of hydraulic oil. HEPG’s are also questioned for poor biodegradation and not meeting criteria for renewable resources, e.g. unable to obtain Ecolabels. HEPG oils are used only on a small scale. Despite these factors they have some heavy-duty advantages like good resistance to ageing, good lubrication properties, and leakages are easily washed away and invisible in water. This is why their application lies in the fields of water, such as locks, weirs, dredgers etc., concrete mixing systems, pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs industries. It is not recommended in construction machinery, and its overall use is in decline, with the trend towards HEES-type media.
  4. HEPR Fluids (Hydraulic Environmental Polyalphaolefin and Related)– HEPR oils are technically well-developed products. However, their environmental acceptance is often compromised (similar to HEPG). HEPRs are produced in very low viscosities, limiting their primary applicability. Viscosity modifiers are required to improve their usability in common hydraulic applications.
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Avoiding Common Mistakes When Operating Heavy Duty Jacks

Truck lifting equipment like hydraulic floor jacks or bridge jacks have been around for centuries now. Traditional jacks have generally been difficult to maintain and operate, due to cumbersome heavy-duty jack operation guidelines and proneness to malfunction. 

Innovations in safe vehicle lifting practices along with advancements in jack technology have resulted in modern jacks, like Scorpion floor jacks, with features for avoiding jack operation errors. 

However, unless you own Stan Design Inc. products like the StanJack or Scorpion lines of jacks, you would need to know some of the common jack operation errors and how to avoid them. In this blog, we discuss just that! Read on. 

Common Jack Operation Errors 

  • Skipping Safety Measures – Your jack requires regular inspection. Safety checks can range from as simple as seeing whether you have cleaned your jack after use and stored it upright in a clean and dry place, to more sophisticated ones like having a checklist to determine its fluid viscosity, etc. 
  • Not Sticking to Load Capacity – The load capacity of a jack refers to the limit of quantity that it is designed to lift. Overloading a jack is not only detrimental to its durability but also dangerous for the personnel using it, along with the vehicle being lifted. 
  • Not Removing Obstacles Before Lowering – A most common and easily resolvable issue while operating jacks is not clearing the ground before lowering the vehicle it has hoisted. 
  • Lifting or Lowering Too Quickly – Another safe vehicle lifting practice involves hoisting and lowering it slowly and steadily, making sure the vehicle remains stable. Remove the jack once the vehicle is fully on the ground. Check that the vehicle is rising evenly and not shifting. 
  • Not Checking the Surface or Contact PointsPositioning a jack incorrectly below the vehicle, that is, not in the correct jacking point, and lifting vehicles on a slippery or uneven surface is a recipe for disaster. 

5 Heavy-duty Jack Operation Guidelines 

  1. Use the Right Jack for the Task – Determine its purpose of use before choosing the type to work with. For instance, a hydraulic floor jack is ideal for home garage work, while a bridge jack is better for heavy-duty lifting. 
  2. Focus on Accurate Positioning – As discussed above, ensure that the lifting point on the load is directly above the center of the jack’s saddle, and it is connected to the jacking point before lifting. 
  3. Avoid Overloading the Jack – Check the maximum weight capacity, or load capacity, of the jack and stick within the permissible limits to avoid overloading the jack and causing accidents. 
  4. Follow Jack Maintenance Tips – Check for any signs of damage or wear and tear and ensure all bolts are tightened securely, along with regular lubrication of the system, handle, base plate, and wheels of the jack. 
  5. Adhere to Proper Jack Usage – Always use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses when operating a jack. Follow all safety guidelines provided by the manufacturer of your jack. 

Our solutions for safe Vehicle Lifting practices

  • Powerful Design – We provide heavy-duty hydraulic and pneumatic variants of our jack models. So, you can choose a gadget based on your requirements, rather than a lack of options. These powerful methods of operations offer a smooth lifting and lowering process, by eliminating the need for exhausting hand pumping. 
  • Detachable Remote Control – Lift a truck in seconds with full control over the process, using our detachable remote-control pendant. Just push one button on our Scorpion floor jacks, or two dead man buttons- one to lift and one to lower- on our StanJack bridge jacks. 
  • High-quality Material – Our jacks are built to last with durability, resilience and reliability. We only use the highest-grade materials like fine steel, zinc plated components and accessories, grease fittings, and sustainable finishes like high gloss powder coat paint. This resists oxidation and deterioration, while enhancing their appearance. 
  • Roller Bearing Wheels – All our jacks have four full floating casters that allow for effortless rolling, extreme ease and maneuvering. The casters are made of special roller bearings that reduce friction and wear, delivering impressive mobility. 
  • Multi-level Safety – Our in-built automatic three-stage locking mechanism allows us to maintain the car as well as personnel’s safety during the lifting, suspending, and lowering operation. This safety lock mechanism engages automatically at different heights and does not require additional jack stands or chocks for support. 

What is Stan Design Inc.? 

Stan Design Inc. is a hydraulic floor jacks and bridge jacks designer and manufacturer in Canada. With over two decades of experience in the automotive jack industry, we are at the forefront of making cutting-edge technology accessible for our customers. 

At the heart of our innovative features lies a beautiful marriage of the ideal of convenience and safety at affordable prices. Our deep-diving research into analyzing the most pressing issues within the industry revealed that garage owners across the nation were facing the problem of time and money wastage. 

They were wasting countless hours every day lifting heavy-duty vehicles with slow and cumbersome hydraulic floor jacks that require multiple stands to support the truck. So, we came up with Scorpion floor jacks with both hydraulic and pneumatic functionality. 

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Top Jacks for Off-Road Vehicles: Ensuring Stability on Uneven Ground

Lifting tools for off road trucks or Off-road Vehicles (ORV), not to be confused with sport utility vehicles (SUV), are heavy-duty off-road jacks. A basic Wikipedia search throws up a technical definition of an ORV, also known as an off-highway vehicle (OHV), overland vehicle, or adventure vehicle. 

It defines it as a vehicle specifically designed to traverse unpaved roads and ensure stability on uneven ground, such as trails, forest roads, and other low traction surfaces. It also characterizes it as comprising of three main features.

The features are low ground pressure to effectively navigate off the pavement, high ground clearance, and the ability to maintain wheels or track contact on uneven surfaces. Various ORVs achieve this through different methods like large or additional tires, combined with high and compliant suspension or wide tracks and flexible suspension on the road wheels.

It defines it as a vehicle specifically designed to traverse unpaved roads and ensure stability on uneven ground, such as trails, forest roads, and other low-traction surfaces. It also characterizes it as comprising of three main features. 

The features are low ground pressure to effectively navigate off the pavement, high ground clearance, and the ability to maintain wheels or track contact on uneven surfaces. Various ORVs achieve this through different methods like large or additional tires, combined with high and compliant suspension or wide tracks and flexible suspension on the road wheels. 

Lifting Tools for Off-road Trucks 

Owing to the map of construction or anatomical features of these ORVs, they require specialized jacks for their repair and maintenance. Lifting tools for off-road trucks or heavy-duty off-road jacks must be stable jacks for off-road use. 

Stability is an important factor in determining the effectiveness of heavy-duty off-road jacks. Based on the terrain the ORV is expected to traverse, these stable jacks for off-road use are determined by the designers and manufacturers. 

However, it is obvious that mass production of heavy-duty off-road jacks cannot ensure customizable lifting solutions. That is the reason why we discuss some of the core features that you must look out for before investing in your lifting tools for off-road trucks. 

Heavy-duty Off-road Jacks Features 

  1. Heavy-Duty Power– You might want a jack for the purpose of changing tires, which are crucial for ORVs, or working on the gearings and engines. This should guide your choice to purchase a variant of a jack based on its method of operation. Based on that criterion, jacks can be classified as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatically engineered heavy-duty off-road jacks. Each is anatomically better suited for segments of performance output. For instance, electrical jacks are generally low suited for heavy-duty work, as compared to hydraulic cylinders. 
  2. Fine-grade Material– Only purchase jacks with the highest quality materials, so you can ensure that they can stand the wear and tear of lifting for decades to come. This might sound like a no-brainer, but a lot of customers do not enquire about the fineness of the steel used for building steel jacks, which are generally used to build heavy-duty off-road jacks. 
  3. Low profile– One of the most in-demand features of stable jacks for off-road use is a low profile or a small footprint. This trait ensures an extended and elevated reach while offering sustained and stable lift and minimal upkeep needs. It also makes sure that the jack is portable enough to be carried around in these kinds of trucks’ minimal storage compartments. 
  4. Safety– Safety is of paramount importance when dealing with using ORVs or repairing and maintaining them. Heavy-duty off-road jacks with built-in three stage safety locking mechanism guarantee lifting the entire front or rear of your vehicles without any danger. These engage automatically at different heights, eliminating the need for any extra stands or chocks to secure the vehicle. 
  5. High Lift Capacity– An attractive weight lift capacity that makes you forget the hassle of hand pumping, with easy maneuverability, is a supreme trait of top-rated off-road jacks. A high lift capacity is not only a cost-effective feature, in that it offers more loading and lifting at an affordable price. But it also reflects the high-quality build and durability of these heavy-duty off-road jacks. 
  6. Wheels and Handles for Control– Finally, the flexibility and convenience of usage of a lifting tool for off-road trucks is determined by the quality of its control systems. Stan Design jacks come fitted with special roller bearing wheels that allow for effortless rolling and maneuvering. They also have convenient pull handles that make it easy to position the jack under the vehicle. 

Top-rated Off-road Jacks by Stan Design

Stan Design Inc. is the most reputable and trusted name in the off-road jack for ORVs industry in Canada and North America. We provide you lifting tools for off-road trucks so you can effortlessly and safely perform repairs and maintenance without feeling a hole burning through your pockets! 

With over 25+ years of experience in the field of designing and manufacturing jacks like floor jacks, pit jacks, rolling bridge jacks, fast lube jacks, etc., we are the masters of understanding your requirements- whether for personal or commercial use- and helping you accordingly. 

Pit Jack Models

Scorpion PJ15  

  • Capacity – 15,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 34” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 42” Wide 

Scorpion PJ25  

  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 34” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 42” Wide 

Scorpion P12S 

  • Capacity – 12,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 31” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide 

Scorpion PJ15S  

  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 31” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide 

Scorpion PJ25S 

  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 32” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide 

Scorpion Installed Tire Service Lift  

  • Installed Version of TJ12 
  • Designed to lift vehicle across axle 
  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs. 
  • Dual Hydraulic Arms 
  • Built-in safety lock 
  • Extended Lifting Height – over 20” 
  • Incredible value for money 

Floor Jack Models

Scorpion TJ12S 

  • Capacity – 24,000 lbs./12 Tons 
  • Only 8’’ Collapsed Height 
  • Lifts Over 15.75”  

Scorpion TJ12SL

  • Capacity – 24,000 lbs./12 Tons 
  • Only 7.5’’ Collapsed Height 
  • Lifts Over 15”  

Scorpion TJ14

  • Capacity – 28,000 lbs./14 Tons 
  • Only 8.25” Collapsed Height 
  • Lifts Over 20”  

Scorpion TJ12E

  • Capacity – 24,000 lbs./12 Tons 
  • Only 8’’ Collapsed Height 
  • Lifts Over 15.75” 
  • 2 Extendable Arms  

Scorpion MJ25

  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs./12.5 Tons 
  • Lifts Over 36” 
  • Extendable Beam with Stackable Adapters Designed for All Military Vehicle Applications
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Retrofitting Old Jacks: Affordable Ways to Boost Performance

To retrofit or not to retrofit? That is the question, of our blog anyway! A quick Google search shows the definition of “retrofit” as a verb, meaning “to add (a component or accessory) to something that did not have it when manufactured”. 

As a noun it means “an act of retrofitting a component or accessory”. Retrofitting old jacks is mainly done for three purposes such as boosting jack efficiency, improving jack functionality, and enhancing jack lifting capacity. 

It is a cost effective way to repurpose worn off jacks instead of replacing them with new models. However, an important factor to keep in mind before you start pulling your jack parts out to reconfigure them for optimal functionality is being absolutely clear about your purpose. 

Jacks also help customers in a variety of industries, including aircraft, automotive, bridges, cable tensioning, house moving, construction, general industrial, laboratory, locomotive, marine, mobile home, railroad, shipbuilding, shoring and stabilizing such as for tunnels and mines, tractors, and trailers. 

Without knowing your goals for retrofitting old jacks, you will end up doing more harm than good to your beloved gadget. With that being said, let us now learn some affordable ways to boost jack performance by retrofitting, maintaining and upgrading them. 

8 Affordable Ways to Boost Jack Efficiency

  1. Hydraulic fluid viscosity – If you are using a hydraulic jack, checking the viscosity of the hydraulic fluid at fluctuations of temperature is necessary to maintain the efficiency of the jack and improve jack functionality. As the hydraulic pump oil, or hydraulic fluid as it is better know, tends to change its viscosity with lowering or soaring temperatures, the right fluid viscosity index product must be used.
  2. Right adapter type – Usually made of steel or polyurethane, jack adapters are typically the first apparatus that comes to mind when we talk about retrofitting old jacks. By the definition of the term ‘retrofitting’, support components like jack adapters and stands are referred to as added accessories that were not required at the time of manufacture. So, selecting the right type of adapter- whether truck or pumpkin adapter- is necessary depending on the vehicle jack type.
  3. Compatible jack stands – Jack stands are supporting action props generally needed for stabilizing the jack when loading and lifting heavy loads. In the course of this service, they also help with extending the lifting height by providing some extra inches to the jack itself. Given its crucial function in the lifting process, it is important to choose jack stands that are compatible with the features of the jacks, to boost jack efficiency and enhance jack lifting capacity.
  4. Jack load capacity – The central feature of any jack is its load capacity. Therefore, every step of using a jack should be taken with this in mind- so as to not overload it or abuse and upset any of its working parts. Not only would this not boost jack efficiency or enhance jack lifting capacity but also pose quite the pocket pinch in order to get it retrofitted or replaced altogether.
  5. Pneumatic durability – Sorted by mechanisms of operation, pneumatic jacks have traditionally been known for their lower lifting power capabilities than hydraulic jacks. Therefore, using lower weight loads that fit within the lifting range of these jacks is advisable for their long-term durability. They also require less maintenance than hydraulic jacks because of different components, which if maintained correctly, add to their longevity.
  6. Retrofitting lift systems – Lift systems like 4 posts or 2 posts are frames of four or two vertical posts connected by crossbeams and platforms. Their purpose is to support the weight of a vehicle that it lifts for storage or maintenance, so it can allow access to the underside of the vehicle for repairs if needed. A retrofitted rolling bridge jack makes this lifting process smoother by working as sliding trolleys to lift the tires from the runways and work on the suspension and steering system.
  7. Components and bearing wheels – Special rolling casters that reduce friction between rolling bridge jacks they are fitted to and the lifting trolleys they work on must be used to boost jack efficiency and improve jack functionality. By reducing friction, they protect the jack from wear and tear on regular engagement in heavy-duty lifting. Protection can also be provided by using fine-grade steel jack bodies with zinc plated components and accessories that resist oxidation, and high gloss powder coat paint that protects them from corrosion. 
  8. Storage and maintenance – Last but not least, the most important and affordable way to boost jack efficiency and performance, improve jack functionality, and enhance jack lifting capacity is to store and maintain it neatly and regularly. Their components must not be exposed to humid, hot or dirty environments. For instance, in hydraulic jacks that run on grease and fluids stored within, any contact with dirt or external moisture is bound to contaminate it, rendering it useless or potentially harmful. Using a damp cloth to clean the dirt after a use, before it settles on the grease, gets sticky, and attracts more dirt, prevents rusting and clogging within jack. components.

Stan Design’s Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jacks

Retrofitting might seem like an affordable way to reconfigure your jack systems but if not done right they can incur more loss. In those cases, just going for a new hydraulic or pneumatically jack would be most cost-effective. 

In fact, in the long term, they end up being more economical. Stan Design Inc. is a jack designer and manufacturer that has been in the business for more than 25 years. They produce the highest-quality lifting solutions by fusing the science of manufacturing with the art of creative design. 

Using a hydraulic system, their automotive jacks provide a secure way to raise, lower, and suspend your heavy vehicles for upkeep and repairs. Their 4 broad models of jacks- floor jacks, pit jacks, fast lube jacks, and rolling bridge jacks- also come in pneumatic variants. 

For longer-lasting, better-performing, and aesthetically stunning products, their manufacturers employ the best materials and cutting-edge technologies. Experts that use heavy duty truck jacks find great value in them. 

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The Rise of Smart Jacks: How Technology is Enhancing Safety

Hydraulic smart jacks are smart lifting solutions that help service, repair and maintain automobiles of all sizes, from RV trucks to military-grade armored vehicles to small family vans. They are an updated version of your regular, traditional mechanical jacks which are cumbersome and exhausting to use. 

The rise of smart jacks in the automotive industry happened to bridge the gap between efficiency and safety that were not being met by traditional jacks. As commercial demands grew, so did the need for time and energy preservation. These enhanced safety lifting jacks provide smart lifting solutions by consuming less energy as well as time. 

In this blog we will discuss what makes hydraulic smart jacks so highly sought after and why more consumers- commercial and otherwise are gravitating towards adopting them. We will specifically focus on hydraulic jacks as opposed to other types, for instance pneumatically or electrically operated ones, because of the technology they are based on. 

What are Hydraulic Smart Jacks? 

Hydraulic smart jacks are a more functional and usable design upgrade from regular hydraulic systems. Based on Blaise Pascal’s principle or law of fluid mechanics, hydraulic systems function based on pressure changes that are implemented on confined, incompressible fluid stored within their bodies. 

This fluid, better known as hydraulic fluid, is a chief component in the effective functioning of a hydraulic jack. The compartment in which the hydraulic fluid is stored- the oil tank or reservoir- is a key structural unit of the hydraulic jack body. 

Any pressure change that occurs at any point in the confined, incompressible hydraulic fluid is transmitted throughout the entire fluid without experiencing any loss. Consequently, the motion that is transferred through the fluid medium inside the jack is what makes them function. 

The following are the general components of a hydraulic smart jack, delineating which will help us comprehend its basic operation – 

  • Hydraulic oil 
  • Reservoir, buffer, or oil tank 
  • Main cylinder or ram 
  • Release valve 
  • Control valve 
  • Check valve 
  • Lifting arm or pad 
  • Hydraulic pump with piston or plunger 
  • Pump lever or handle 

How Hydraulic Smart Jacks Enhance Safety? 

The component of the hydraulic smart jack that houses the hydraulic liquid or pump oil is called the reservoir, buffer, or oil tank. To stop an unintentional oil flow, when not in use, the control valve remains closed when the hydraulic smart jack is not in use. The load is raised by the piston. 

Usually, the handle or pump lever attached to it can be moved to mechanically activate it. The fluid or pump oil inside the hydraulic smart jacks’ buffer tank or reservoir experiences pressure buildup from this movement of mechanically lowering or raising the handle or lever of the pump with piston or plunger. 

The hydraulic smart jack’s main cylinder, or ram, emerges from the main body with the force needed to lift the load due to the pressure that was created and allowed to pass through a check valve. The oil is transferred from the pump through the check valve and into the main cylinder, or the ram. 

Ultimately, the release valve generates the necessary lifting force and raises the load by releasing the built-up pressure, allowing the ram to be easily retracted and lowered while carrying a load. This way hydraulic smart jacks allow the user to have full control over the system at all times of functioning. 

Hydraulic Smart Jacks’ Safety Features 

Modern hydraulic jacks that function because of emergent technology are safer than traditional ones primarily because of the control they grant to their users. Users are primarily granted this control through remote controls that ensure smooth, easy and quick lifting without any hand pumping. 

  1. Multi-level engagement – Hydraulic smart jacks that engage at crucial points when lifting heavy-duty loads have in-built safety locking mechanisms that prevent the accidental slippage of valuable material. This prevents damage to or destruction of property.
  2. Zero additional stands – These jacks do not necessarily require additional stands or chocks to support their lifting or lowering functions. Because they have convenient pull handles that make it easy to position the jack under the vehicle, they are able to offer powerful and smooth lifting.
  3. No hand pumping – These enhanced safety lifting jacks eliminate the need for exhausting hand pumping by automatically lifting heavy loads with the push of a button. Some of the modern hydraulic floor jack manufacturers in the market offer roller bearing wheel models that allow for effortless maneuvering and positioning under the vehicle.
  4. Anti-rust durability – The fine quality zinc plated components, high gloss powder coat paint accessories and the high grade fine steel that hydraulic smart jacks are made of enhance their durability and functionality by rendering them free from corrosion, rust, oxidation, and deterioration.
  5. Protective flexibility – Finally, some modern hydraulic smart jack models have telescoping arms and stackable adapters that can lift across the axle or on the frame, depending on the vehicle size and shape.

Stan Design Inc. Smart Lifting Solutions 

Stan Design Inc. is an enhanced safety lifting jack designer and manufacturer in Canada, and an industry leader in North America. With over two decades of experience in the domain of smart lifting solutions, we provide our customers with a range of hydraulic and pneumatic jacks, powered by smart technology. 

Our lines of StanJacks and Scorpion Jacks offer a wide range of smart lifting solutions through floor jacks, pit jacks, rolling bridge jacks and fast lube jacks that do not necessarily require jack stands for support. We provide cutting-edge technology that is safe, reliable and durable. 

Do not take our word for it- we are tested and certified by reputable organizations such as CSA Group, UL, CE, ISO, etc. Our adherence to the strictest safety and quality standards in the industry and after-sales support and warranties to our customers ensure that they can utilize our products to their full extent. 

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Understanding Load Capacities: Choosing a Jack That Fits Your Vehicle

Jacks are tools for lifting vehicles like heavy-duty military-grade armored vehicles to regular-sized family vans. They are designed to load, lift, suspend and lower these vehicles for purposes of inspection and maintenance. 

The best jack for heavy vehicles comes in all shapes and sizes and can work out for you if you choose a jack that fits your vehicle, instead of a product that you have not researched. Modern technology allows you to choose from a range of modern features in jacks. 

Product features like one-touch button-operated lift systems with dead-man switches, low-profile floor space, height adjustability, portability, floating casters and rolling bearings, etc. are an indelible mark of technological superiority that must be checked for to fit your specific needs and address your concerns. 

Lifting jacks for trucks are essential devices for the maintenance of the long-term operational health of your vehicle, as well as your emergency aid for quick and cheap automotive fixes. Their proper maintenance aids their long-term returns. 

How to Choose a Jack?

  • Understand Vehicle Requirements – The first and foremost requirement for choosing the right floor jack for cars is understanding the type of jack you require for your vehicle. For instance, you might not require a floor jack at all, if say, you take your cars for regular servicing to a commercial garage that have service pits which use pit jacks of their own. 
  • Safety Precautions of Jacks – Since jacks are involved in risky tasks regularly like loading vehicles, they need to be marked safe for use and maintained accordingly. Choosing the right loading tool for the right vehicle size, storing and maintaining them for enhanced efficacy, and making sure that it is safe for the personnel involved in the process are all security precautions that must be taken into account for choosing the right vehicle jack. 
  • Jack Material – Steel bodies for jacks are the sturdiest options to go with when choosing a heavy-duty jack. This, along with zinc-plated components are shown to add to the durability and reliability of the jack and its ability to function properly in the long-term. Hydraulic and pneumatic jacks are prone to malfunction and their longevity is enhanced by choosing the right build material for the jack. 
  • Vehicle Load Capacity – Lastly, the load capacity of the jack determines the choice of jack to a large extent. Load capacity is usually measured in pounds or kilograms, with a typical jack type bearing a load capacity ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 pounds (about 2267.96 kg). This basically means the amount of weight it is designed to carry and varies based on the mode of operation of a jack type- pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or hybrid, etc. 

Calculating Vehicle Load Capacity

Calculating the load capacity for jack types for different vehicles involves understanding the mechanics of the jack and the weight it needs to support. 

This is the part where it gets technical, and you can skip it as this is only in-depth technical information for the jack nerds. Here is a basic formula to calculate the force required for a jack without considering friction: F=2πRQp 

Where: 

  • ( F ) is the effort force at the end of the arm or handle (in lb or N) 
  • ( Q ) is the weight or load (in lb or N) 
  • ( p ) is the pitch – distance or lead of thread in one turn (in inches or m) 
  • ( R ) is the lever-arm radius (in inches or m)

If we unintentionally gave you jitters with the physics tidbit here, worry not as this is only something you for you if you are interested in understanding the technicality behind understanding how load capacities are calculated. 

The rest of the information will guide you to choose the right lifting jack for trucks. So, sit tight and read on! 

Understanding Load Capacities by Jack Types

Floor Jack – These are the most popular jack types used in lifting heavy weights, be it small cars or heavy-duty military-grade trucks. Their load capacities vary according to the type of car they are used to lift. For instance, the Scorpion floor jacks by Stan Design Inc. are built to lift anywhere from 24000 lbs.- 28000 lbs. 

Fast Lube Jack – These are manually operated machines that aid in tire servicing like tire rotation, lube servicing etc., transforming your commercial garage into a proper automobile station. For instance, the fast lube jacks by Stan Design Inc. are built to lift anywhere from 6000 lbs.- 9000 lbs. 

Rolling Bridge Jack – These jacks allow a special type of lifting, by aiding automobile lift systems found in big garages. These are very costly and are prone to malfunction. For instance, the rolling bridge jacks by Stan Design Inc. are built to lift anywhere from 6000 lbs.- 50000 lbs. 

Pit Jack – These tools are jacks specially designed for fitting into service pits of commercial garages or automotive shops. For instance, the pit jacks by Stan Design Inc. are built to lift anywhere from 12000 lbs.- 35000 lbs. Not only that, but they are also built with powerful air motors for lifting in a few seconds. 

Stan Design Inc. 

Stan Design Inc. is the most reputable and trusted name in the truck jacking industry in Canada and North America. You can go through the second section of this blog again to arm yourself with crucial information about the load capacities of their different jack types. 

With over 25+ years of experience in the field of designing and manufacturing jacks like floor jacks, pit jacks, rolling bridge jacks, fast lube jacks, etc., they are the masters of understanding your requirements- whether for personal or commercial use- and helping you accordingly. 

Not only do we provide jack types with a wide range of load capacity, but we also manufacture jacks in both pneumatic and hydraulic design variants. This empowers you to load and lift your vehicles effortlessly and safely without feeling a hole burning through your pockets! 

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Portable Hydraulic Jacks: A Lifesaver for Roadside Truck Repairs

Your car breaks down on the roadside way off the highway with no sign of help within the vicinity. You will at least have to contact the tow truck service, but it will be hours before they can reach you. You have a flat tire. What do you do?

A portable hydraulic jack is what you need in your compartment to get a quick fix. Heavy-duty hydraulic jacks save you the time and effort of waiting for help in situations which can be quickly investigated.

Of course they cannot fix big breakdowns, but for a flat tire, or a quick oil fix (given you stock up on the fluid too), portable hydraulic jacks for trucks come in handy, packing powerful heavy-duty performance.

What are Portable Hydraulic Jacks?

Portable heavy duty truck jacks for trucks work based on the law of fluid mechanics. The law states that when there’s a change in pressure at any point in a confined, incompressible fluid, that change is transmitted throughout the entire fluid without any loss. 

Simply put, the law states that if you push or squeeze one part of a fluid, the effect propagates to all other parts of the fluid. To understand the workings of a portable hydraulic jack, let us look at its broad components: 

  • Hydraulic Oil 
  • Reservoir or buffer or oil tank, 
  • Main cylinder or ram, 
  • Release valve, 
  • Control valve, 
  • Check valve, 
  • Lifting arm or pad, 
  • Hydraulic pump with piston or plunger, and 
  • Pump lever or handle.  

The reservoir or buffer, or oil tank is the physical compartment of the portable hydraulic jack that holds the hydraulic liquid or pump oil together when it is not in use. The control valve stays in a closed position when the heavy-duty hydraulic jack is not in use to prevent the accidental flow of oil. 

The piston is responsible for lifting a heavy load or weight. It is usually mechanically activated by shifting the positions of the handle or pump lever attached to it. This movement builds up pressure in the hydraulic fluid contained inside the reservoir or buffer tank of the heavy-duty hydraulic jacks. 

When the handle or lever of the hydraulic pump with piston or plunger is mechanically lowered or raised, it activates force and builds up pressure in the adjoining compartment, i.e., the reservoir or buffer tank containing the hydraulic fluid or pump’s oil, inside portable hydraulic jacks. 

The pressure created allows the fluid to move through a check valve into the ram or main cylinder, which then pops out of the main body of the portable hydraulic jack creating the force required to lift the load. 

This applied pressure is what transfers the oil from the pump through the check valve and into the main cylinder or the ram, which extends out of the heavy-duty hydraulic jack body. Finally, the release valve relieves the built pressure for easy retraction and lowering of the ram with the load on it, creating the required lifting force and lifting the load. 

How Portable heavy duty truck jacks Help You? 

In the previous section we explained how a heavy-duty hydraulic jack works. As opposed to pneumatic jacks, since these hydraulic jacks function based on fluid power they can lift heavy loads smoothly in a few seconds to minutes. This is perhaps the biggest way in which heavy-duty hydraulic jacks help you, but we will discuss more values it adds to your life in this section. 

  1. Safety– Heavy-duty hydraulic jacks are best known for the all-encompassing safety that they provide to the personnel handling them. Because of the operating mechanism of hydraulic systems, which by principle require fewer moving parts as compared to their mechanical or electrical counterparts, they are less prone to malfunction. Many jack manufacturers, on top of this, introduce sophisticated safety measures like in-built automatic lock systems which engage at different lifting levels or heights, giving the user more control over the loading process.
  2. Durability– The unique selling point of hydraulic systems is their capacity to load, lift, suspend, and lower safely heavy and expensive loads. Hydraulic jacks for trucks are durable enough to do just that. Owing to powerful hydraulic cylinders and manufacturer-specific reliability features, they can deliver a smooth ride to customers. For instance, jacks made with high-grade steel body and the finest quality zinc plated components with high gloss powder coat paint accessories allow enhanced functionality that resist corrosion and deterioration.
  3. Portability– Jacks must be portable enough to fit into and be carried around in car compartments for emergency breakdowns. Stan Design Inc. portable hydraulic jacks provide just that value to you. Their compact design- only 7.5”-8.25” collapsed height- enables them to fit virtually any undercarriage of a vehicle with the lowest chassis profile. This small footprint reduces floor space and does not take up much room, allowing for a low-profile high adjustability functionality.
  4. Adaptability– This brings us to our last point. Portable hydraulic jacks for trucks are highly flexible, making them very convenient for regular use. Each Stan Design Inc. heavy-duty hydraulic jack for trucks comes fitted with special roller bearing wheels that allow for effortless rolling and maneuvering. They also have convenient pull handles that make it easy to position the jack under the vehicle without any hand pumping required. This eliminates the need for additional stands or chocks, although they are adapted to be used with jack stands for other jobs if the requirement arises.

About Stan Design Inc.

Stan Design Inc. is a jack manufacturing and design company that has been in the business for more than 25 years. They produce the highest-quality lifting solutions by fusing the science of manufacturing with the art of creative design. Their portable hydraulic jacks provide a secure way to raise, lower, and suspend your heavy vehicles for upkeep and repairs. 

Heavy-duty hydraulic jacks help customers in a variety of industries, including aircraft, automotive, bridges, cable tensioning, house moving, construction, general industrial, laboratory, locomotive, marine, mobile home, railroad, shipbuilding, shoring and stabilizing such as for tunnels and mines, tractors, and trailers. 

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Quick and Easy Maintenance Tips to Prolong Your Truck Jack’s Life

A truck jack is a mechanical device that is used to lift heavy-duty armored trucks and military-grade vehicles, among other types of trucks and heavy vehicles. Heavy duty truck jacks are specially designed to bear these loads that ordinary automotive jacks traditionally cannot.

Apart from providing superior lifting solutions and Designed for heavy-duty lifting of vehicles, including trucks and armored cars. These Jacks also provide additional services like tire and oil changes. The diversity and quality of truck jack benefits you will derive from your equipment depends primarily on two factors. One, its mechanism of operation, meaning whether it is built for singular or multi-purpose use.

Two, whether it is stored and maintained properly with regular checks being implemented. This step is critical for the long-term wellbeing of your heavy-duty truck jack and making it more reliable and durable for you despite on-the-job wear and tear. Miss this crucial step and you have an empty tin can on your hands needing frequent replacement.

That is why we will cover 8 quick and easy maintenance tips to prolong your heavy-duty truck jack’s life in this blog. By following these steps, you can turn your recurrent purchases (of buying new heavy-duty truck jacks and replacing them at regular intervals) into a long-term investment in truck lifting solutions.

Features that Guarantee Prolonged heavy duty Jack Life 

Before we get into the 8 quick and easy maintenance tips to prolong your heavy-duty truck jack’s life, we would like to ensure that you know that these alone are by no means foolproof measures against a jack’s long term on the job wear and tear. 

What kind of heavy duty truck jack you buy?

Meaning the truck jack benefits its features have to offer- matters just as much. So, we will quickly discuss the top features inherent to top performing heavy duty truck jacks that future proofs your investment. 

  1. Load Capacity – The load capacities of heavy-duty truck jacks vary significantly from ordinary ones, owing to the types of vehicles they are designed to lift. So, naturally, it would follow that a heavy-duty truck jack would have a higher load capacity more commensurate to lifting bigger trucks than regular jacks. Using the right jack for the right vehicle is bound to prolong the life of the jack. 
  2. Component Quality – Perhaps the most important feature of an ideal heavy-duty truck jack- whether it is a hydraulic or pneumatic- is the quality of its component parts that determine its prolonged performance. Stan Design Inc. is a leading heavy-duty truck jack manufacturer that uses high gloss powder coat paint and zinc plated components that enhance their functionality. 
  3. Build Material – Finally, the material used to build the jack- usually steel- must be of high quality so it can ensure safe and prolonged use of the heavy-duty truck jack. This quality goes a long way in determining whether additional support accessories like chocks or stands would be required in the lifting process. Stan Design Inc. heavy-duty truck jacks are made with high-grade steel that resists corrosion and deterioration. 

Heavy-duty Truck Jacks– 8 Maintenance Tips 

Maintaining your heavy-duty truck jack is no rocket science. Everyone can do it with a little patience and our guide. So, without further ado, here are 8 quick and easy maintenance tips to prolong your heavy-duty truck jack’s life. Happy learning! 

  1. Storing it in a clean and dry place– Heavy-duty truck jacks have various components that must not be exposed to humid or dirty environments. For instance, in hydraulic jacks that run on grease and fluids, stored within, any contact with dirt or external moisture is bound to contaminate it, rendering it useless or potentially harmful even.
  2. Creating a regular inspection checklist– Once the storage is looked after, stick to a robust checklist of items or procedures required to maintain your heavy-duty truck jack. You may begin with setting up a maintenance routine which will help you compartmentalize your time and organize your chores accordingly. Even though jacks rarely demand any attention, if kept properly, keep an eye out for unusual issues.
  3. Using quality lubricants– High-grade oil, grease, or hydraulic fluid, in the case of hydraulic jacks, must be used for the truck lifting solutions. This reduces unnecessary friction which can lead to premature wear and tear within the mechanical and structural components of jacks. Check and refill oil levels accordingly. With pneumatic jacks, check pressure test point locations, flow rates within the system, air motor speeds, etc.
  4. Checking for physical dents– The most visible giveaway sign of a potential malfunction is a physical dent on your jack body or, worse, broken parts. So, keeping a lookout for these on and off your jack, prevents the costs related to repairs from accruing. And of course, it also helps you to get it fixed before it hurts you or someone else.
  5. Cleaning and restoring after every use– Use a damp cloth to clean the dirt after a use, before it settles and gets sticky. Grease tends to attract a lot of dirt because of its texture, leading to rusting and clogging within jack
  6. Troubleshooting burst hoses or valves– Applicable exclusively to pneumatic heavy-duty truck jacks, troubleshooting burst hoses or valves prevents or identifies early excessive air leakage, inadequate pressure levels, loose manual operations, and erratic functioning components. Compressed air is an unstable element in pneumatic systems, so missing this step can cost heavily.
  7. Bleeding hydraulic cylinders– Applicable exclusively to hydraulic heavy-duty truck jacks, this step involves releasing pressure before putting the jack away. Bleed the cylinders regularly before storage. Otherwise, the jack would strain lifting and supporting loads. This also makes the tool more compact and easier to store. Finally, it releases stress on the system that can contribute to the deterioration of various components.
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Comparing Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jacks: Pros and Cons

Pneumatic Jacks

Pneumatic jacks are gadgets that utilize packed or compressed air to load, lift, suspend and lower heavyweight materials and apparatus easily, like heavy-duty vehicles, military-grade rucks, and modern hardware, among others.

The pneumatic jack converts electrical energy into mechanical power and the force is transferred by compressed air to lift, push, or move heavy components. The anatomy of a pneumatic jack can be broken down into these main parts, namely:

  • Air inlet circuit
  • Air outlet circuit
  • Pneumatic cylinder
  • Peristaltic pump
  • Piston
  • Hammer
  • Air valve
  • Relief valve
  • Solenoid valve

Compressed air is routed via tubes to a pneumatic cylinder, which converts power into the peristaltic pump. An adjustable air solenoid valve is used to generate the reciprocating motion. The control unit sends the input to the solenoid valve.

The jack receives compressive force from the propeller, which moves on the cylinder. The jack is placed beneath the vehicle, where the car to be elevated will be lifted. The jack can lift the vehicle when the solenoid valve is turned on.

The piston connected to the jack provides the reciprocating motion of the car over the jack. Thus, the vehicle can be easily lifted using a pneumatic jack. The most common examples of this kind of jacks are inflatable air bag jacks.

Hydraulic Jacks

Hydraulic jack components work to produce applications in a range of fields including and beyond the automotive industry, like aircraft, bridges, cable tensioning, house moving, construction, general industrial, laboratory, locomotive, marine, mobile home, railroad, shipbuilding, shoring and stabilizing such as for tunnels and mines, tractors, and trailers.

Fluid mechanics, or Pascal’s principle, is the foundation for hydraulic jack operation. According to the law, any part of a fluid that is pushed or squeezed will also affect the other parts of the fluid.

Hydraulic jacks are devices used to load, lift, suspend and lower heavy weights like trucks, buses, sports utility vehicles, or other types of cars, for repairs and maintenance, among other items. The anatomy of any hydraulic jack can be broken down into these main parts, namely:

  • Reservoir or buffer tank
  • Pump with piston or plunger
  • Pump lever or handle
    Check valve
    Main cylinder or ram
    Release valve
    Handle

The reservoir or buffer tank is the physical compartment of the hydraulic jack which holds the hydraulic fluid or pump oil. When the handle or lever of the pump with piston or plunger is mechanically lowered or raised, it builds up pressure in the adjoining compartment, i.e., the reservoir or buffer tank containing the fluid.

This applied pressure is transferred from the pump through a check valve and into the main cylinder or the ram, which extends out of the hydraulic jack body creating the required lifting force and lifting the load.

In essence, it indicates that any pressure change that occurs at any point in a confined, incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the entire fluid without experiencing any loss. Consequently, the motion that is transferred through a fluid medium inside the machine’s cogs is what makes a hydraulic jack function.

Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jack Comparison- Pros and Cons

Pros of Hydraulic Jacks

One of the key advantages of these jacks is the greater lifting force they are capable of generating.
This increased lifting force allows them to lift greater loads as well as for greater heights.

Cons of Hydraulic Jacks

Their disadvantages include the price point at which they are usually listed as compared with other jacks.
A key disadvantage is the obvious danger of accidental hydraulic oil spillage, which if gone unchecked can cause great damage to life and property.

Pros of Pneumatic Jacks

A key advantage of pneumatic jacks is that they are convenient and simple to operate because of their structure.
Another advantage includes the performance that they are able to deliver because of the anatomy of powerful air bags.

Cons of Pneumatic Jacks

A primary disadvantage of pneumatic systems, especially when compared to their hydraulic counterparts, is their durability.
Safety and reliability on pneumatic jacks also follow from the above point, although modern manufacturers are working to reverse this phenomenon.

Stan Design Inc. Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jacks

Stan Design Inc. is a leader in the hydraulic and pneumatic jack industry in the Canadian and North American markets. With close to three decades of experience in fusing the science of manufacturing with the art of creative design, we implement cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the competition in key offerings.

For instance, our products reduce the exhaustion of manual effort by switching traditional hand pumping methods to labor-intensive ways like Stan Design Inc.’s remote-controlled dead-man one button push hydraulic and pneumatic jacks.

Apart from that, our built-in multi-level safety lock mechanism, that engages automatically at different heights, eliminates the need for additional stands or chocks to secure the vehicle. This not only saves you money in purchasing these support materials but also prevents you from wasting precious time in the lifting process.

Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jack Models to Choose from-

Floor Jacks

Scorpion TJ12S

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 8’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15.75”

Scorpion TJ12SL

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 7.5’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15”

Scorpion TJ14

Capacity- 28,000 lbs./ 14 Tons
Only 8.25” Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 20”

Scorpion TJ12E

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 8’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15.75”
2 Extendable Arms

Scorpion MJ25

Capacity- 25,000 lbs./ 12.5 Tons
Lifts Over 36”
Extendable Beam with Stackable Adapters Designed for All Military Vehicle Applications

Pit Jacks

Scorpion PJ15

Capacity – 15,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 34” Wide
Expandable Size – 42” Wide

Scorpion PJ25

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 34” Wide
Expandable Size – 42” Wide

Scorpion PJ12S

Capacity – 12,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 31” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Scorpion PJ15S

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 31” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Scorpion PJ25S

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 32” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Bridge Jacks

StanJack J6000H

Capacity – 6,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J7000L

Capacity – 7,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Air Bag
Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”
Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”

StanJack J7500H

Capacity – 7,500 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”
Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”

StanJack J9000H

Capacity – 9,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J12000H

Capacity – 12,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J15000H

Capacity – 15,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J18000H

Capacity – 18,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J25000H

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J35000H

Capacity – 35,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J50000H

Capacity – 50,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

Fast Lube Jacks

Pit Jacks J6000HFL

Capacity – 6,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J7500HFL

Capacity – 7,500 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J7000LFL

Capacity – 7,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J9000HFL

Capacity –9,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pneumatic Jacks

Pneumatic jacks are gadgets that utilize packed or compressed air to load, lift, suspend and lower heavyweight materials and apparatus easily, like heavy-duty vehicles, military-grade rucks, and modern hardware, among others.

The pneumatic jack converts electrical energy into mechanical power and the force is transferred by compressed air to lift, push, or move heavy components. The anatomy of a pneumatic jack can be broken down into these main parts, namely:

Air inlet circuit
Air outlet circuit
Pneumatic cylinder
Peristaltic pump
Piston
Hammer
Air valve
Relief valve
Solenoid valve

Compressed air is routed via tubes to a pneumatic cylinder, which converts power into the peristaltic pump. An adjustable air solenoid valve is used to generate the reciprocating motion. The control unit sends the input to the solenoid valve.

The jack receives compressive force from the propeller, which moves on the cylinder. The jack is placed beneath the vehicle, where the car to be elevated will be lifted. The jack can lift the vehicle when the solenoid valve is turned on.

The piston connected to the jack provides the reciprocating motion of the car over the jack. Thus, the vehicle can be easily lifted using a pneumatic jack. The most common examples of this kind of jacks are inflatable air bag jacks.

Hydraulic Jacks

Hydraulic jack components work to produce applications in a range of fields including and beyond the automotive industry, like aircraft, bridges, cable tensioning, house moving, construction, general industrial, laboratory, locomotive, marine, mobile home, railroad, shipbuilding, shoring and stabilizing such as for tunnels and mines, tractors, and trailers.

Fluid mechanics, or Pascal’s principle, is the foundation for hydraulic jack operation. According to the law, any part of a fluid that is pushed or squeezed will also affect the other parts of the fluid.

Hydraulic jacks are devices used to load, lift, suspend and lower heavy weights like trucks, buses, sports utility vehicles, or other types of cars, for repairs and maintenance, among other items. The anatomy of any hydraulic jack can be broken down into these main parts, namely:

Reservoir or buffer tank
Pump with piston or plunger
Pump lever or handle
Check valve
Main cylinder or ram
Release valve
Handle

The reservoir or buffer tank is the physical compartment of the hydraulic jack which holds the hydraulic fluid or pump oil. When the handle or lever of the pump with piston or plunger is mechanically lowered or raised, it builds up pressure in the adjoining compartment, i.e., the reservoir or buffer tank containing the fluid.

This applied pressure is transferred from the pump through a check valve and into the main cylinder or the ram, which extends out of the hydraulic jack body creating the required lifting force and lifting the load.

In essence, it indicates that any pressure change that occurs at any point in a confined, incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the entire fluid without experiencing any loss. Consequently, the motion that is transferred through a fluid medium inside the machine’s cogs is what makes a hydraulic jack function.

Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jack Comparison- Pros and Cons

Pros of Hydraulic Jacks

One of the key advantages of these jacks is the greater lifting force they are capable of generating.
This increased lifting force allows them to lift greater loads as well as for greater heights.

Cons of Hydraulic Jacks

Their disadvantages include the price point at which they are usually listed as compared with other jacks.
A key disadvantage is the obvious danger of accidental hydraulic oil spillage, which if gone unchecked can cause great damage to life and property.

Pros of Pneumatic Jacks

A key advantage of pneumatic jacks is that they are convenient and simple to operate because of their structure.
Another advantage includes the performance that they are able to deliver because of the anatomy of powerful air bags.

Cons of Pneumatic Jacks

A primary disadvantage of pneumatic systems, especially when compared to their hydraulic counterparts, is their durability.
Safety and reliability on pneumatic jacks also follow from the above point, although modern manufacturers are working to reverse this phenomenon.

Stan Design Inc. Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jacks

Stan Design Inc. is a leader in the hydraulic and pneumatic jack industry in the Canadian and North American markets. With close to three decades of experience in fusing the science of manufacturing with the art of creative design, we implement cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the competition in key offerings.

For instance, our products reduce the exhaustion of manual effort by switching traditional hand pumping methods to labor-intensive ways like Stan Design Inc.’s remote-controlled dead-man one button push hydraulic and pneumatic jacks.

Apart from that, our built-in multi-level safety lock mechanism, that engages automatically at different heights, eliminates the need for additional stands or chocks to secure the vehicle. This not only saves you money in purchasing these support materials but also prevents you from wasting precious time in the lifting process.

Heavy-duty Hydraulic and Pneumatic Jack Models to Choose from-

Floor Jacks

Scorpion TJ12S

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 8’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15.75”

Scorpion TJ12SL

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 7.5’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15”

Scorpion TJ14

Capacity- 28,000 lbs./ 14 Tons
Only 8.25” Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 20”

Scorpion TJ12E

Capacity- 24,000 lbs./ 12 Tons
Only 8’’ Collapsed Height
Lifts Over 15.75”
2 Extendable Arms

Scorpion MJ25

Capacity- 25,000 lbs./ 12.5 Tons
Lifts Over 36”
Extendable Beam with Stackable Adapters Designed for All Military Vehicle Applications

Pit Jacks

Scorpion PJ15

Capacity – 15,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 34” Wide
Expandable Size – 42” Wide

Scorpion PJ25

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 34” Wide
Expandable Size – 42” Wide

Scorpion PJ12S

Capacity – 12,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 31” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Scorpion PJ15S

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 31” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Scorpion PJ25S

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Dual Hydraulics Arms
Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”
Size – 32” Wide
Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Bridge Jacks

StanJack J6000H

Capacity – 6,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J7000L

Capacity – 7,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Air Bag
Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”
Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”

StanJack J7500H

Capacity – 7,500 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”
Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”

StanJack J9000H

Capacity – 9,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J12000H

Capacity – 12,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J15000H

Capacity – 15,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics
Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”

StanJack J18000H

Capacity – 18,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J25000H

Capacity – 25,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J35000H

Capacity – 35,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

StanJack J50000H

Capacity – 50,000 lbs.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulics

Fast Lube Jacks

Pit Jacks J6000HFL

Capacity – 6,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J7500HFL

Capacity – 7,500 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J7000LFL

Capacity – 7,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics

Pit Jacks J9000HFL

Capacity –9,000 lbs.
Narrow 34.5” Top Beam
Heavy Duty Hydraulics