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Avoiding Common Mistakes When Operating Heavy Duty Jacks

Avoiding Common Mistakes When Operating Heavy Duty Jacks
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 Points – Positioning 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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Military-Grade Jacks: The Ultimate in Durability and Reliability

What are Jacks? 

Jacks are tools of leverage that help lift heavy vehicles in the automobile industry. They may operate using various methods or mechanisms like electricity, mechanical, hybrid, etc., but hydraulic and air power remains time-tested. 

The concept of heavy-duty jacks has been around since the ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian civilizations, but the modern industrial applications are relatively new. With the dawn of the 17th century came people like Simon Stevin, Galileo Galilei, Evangelista Torricelli, Benedetto Castelli, and Blaise Pascal. 

A century later, in 1738, Daniel Bernoulli and Leonhard Euler derived the Bernoulli equation and developed a hydraulic turbine. In 1795, Joseph Bramah patented the hydraulic press, used in flush toilets, which was based on Pascal’s principle. 

 

Jack Types- A Categorization 600 

Modern jack types are mostly based on Blaise Pascal’s principle, a principle of fluid mechanics or hydrodynamics, which 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, it means that if you push or squeeze one part of a fluid, the effect propagates to all other parts of the fluid. So hydraulic jacks, as they are called, work because of the transfer of motion through a fluid medium within the cogs of their machine. Based on this principle, the following jack types can be classified- 

 

Military-grade Jacks

These jacks are heavy-duty jacks that are used to load, lift, suspend and lower military-grade trucks or vehicles for the purpose of servicing and maintenance. Usually, they require additional safety accessories like jack stands or chocks for support during the lifting and lowering process. This not only ensures the safety of the vehicle being lifted but also the security of the professionals involved in the lifting process. However, there are a few companies that are building military-grade jacks today that do not require any manual and exhausting hand pumping or additional stands and adapters. You can check them out here. 

 

Floor Jacks 

Floor jacks are the oldest type of automotive jacks in the market. It works based on hydraulic systems that consist of a cylinder, a piston, and a pump. Meaning, the cylinder is filled with a fluid, usually oil, and the piston is connected to the object that needs to be lifted. When the pump is activated, the oil is forced through the cylinder, pushing the piston up and lifting the object. Floor jacks can also work on the principle of air bags, as the Stan Design Inc. Scorpion floor jack variants stand proof. 

 

Pit Jacks 

The features of pit jacks can best be explained using our Stan Design Inc. Scorpion pit jack models as examples, which are specially designed to fit any pit or ramp application. These are jacks that, as the name suggests, unlike above-ground floor jacks for instance, are lowered inside service pits to service vehicles. Because of their nature of work, they must be durable enough to withstand regular duress and Stan Design Inc. has stood up for just that! Their pit jacks are made from made with high-grade steel and the finest quality components which increases its longevity. 

 

Rolling Bridge Jacks

These jack types are both heavy-duty and military-grade as well as regular. The Stan Design Inc. StanJacks are again a perfect example of this. As these jacks are especially important for operating lift systems, they are prone to malfunction. Stan Design Inc. stands out here as well. Our rolling bridge StanJacks come with two remote-control buttons designed for lifting and lowering respectively. This allows the user to fully control over the jack, as well as the room to take quick preventative actions in case of a breakdown.

 

Fast Lube Jacks 

These are jacks that are your gold mines. Meaning quite simply, these jacks enable you to offer additional services to your customers besides the traditional offerings allowed by jacks, like tire rotation and tire service. According to industry statistics, you can make at least $24,000 per year and generate more revenue and profit for your business. Stan Design Inc. makes it easier for you to invest in these jacks as our fast lube jacks start from as low as $4000 making your profit margin huge. You can choose between hydraulic or air bag models depending on your needs and preferences. Both options provide smooth lifting within seconds without the need for additional support equipment. 

 

Stan Design Inc.

Stan Design Inc. is a jack manufacturer in North America that has been in the business for more than 25 years. We produce the highest quality military-grade jacks and heavy-duty jacks by fusing the science of manufacturing with the art of creative design.

Implementing cutting-edge technology in our jack types gives us the edge to stay ahead of the rest of the world in key offerings. We offer a three-stage automatic safety locking mechanism that engages at different heights providing multi-level security.

Our range of jacks also come with telescoping arms and stackable adapters that can lift across the axle or on the frame, depending on the vehicle size and shape. Besides, their special roller bearing wheels allow for effortless rolling and maneuvering. 

The high gloss powder coat paint that our jacks have protects them from corrosion and rust, while giving them a sleek and professional look. The zinc plated components and accessories of our jacks resist oxidation and deterioration, while enhancing their appearance as well as durability. 

All our jacks have a pull handle, which can also be extended for rear axles, that makes it simple to position the jack under the vehicle. This low-profile feature of all our jacks is perhaps their most unique capability in the industry, making them a highly sought-after. 

Our Scorpion floor jacks and pit jacks, StanJack bridge jacks, and fast lube pit jacks have been known for their flexibility in accommodating a huge range of load capacities, while having extendable lifting heights and low collapsing heights. 

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Essential Accessories for Hydraulic Floor Jacks: Pads, Adapters, and More

Jacks are essential tools in every automotive enthusiast’s toolbox. From every commercial automotive shop to every personal garage toolkit, a hydraulic floor jack is perhaps the most popular device. 

Jacks are used for lifting heavy vehicles off the ground for the dual purpose of servicing and maintenance. The more powerful the jack the more stability it demonstrates in the suspension and lowering of the said heavy weight. 

Available in many shapes and sizes, depending on the purpose of its use, these jacks can be categorized as one of the following- floor jacks, scissor jacks, pit jacks, bottle jacks, rolling jacks, bridge jacks, etc. 

 

How Do Hydraulic Floor Jacks Differ from Regular Jacks? 

Hydraulic floor jacks, as the name implies, work based on hydraulic systems that can be explained by Pascal’s principle or law of fluid mechanics. 

Basically, it means 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. 

So, unlike, say, mechanical jacks, hydraulic floor jacks work because of the transfer of motion through a fluid medium within the cogs of their machine.

 

How Do Hydraulic Floor Jacks Work?

To understand simply the workings of a hydraulic floor jack, let us consider the example of a hydraulic system of operation, consisting of the following 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 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 hydraulic jack is not in use to prevent the accidental flow of oil.

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 of the 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 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 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 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.

 

Top 3 Essential Hydraulic Floor Jack Accessories

  1. Jack Stand– Jack stands are essential floor jack accessories that provide support for the tools during use. They work as stabilizers in the lifting, suspension and lowering process. By ensuring that the jack stays in place while lifting heavy weights off the ground, they provide safety and security to the vehicle being lifted and the personnel involved in lifting it, successfully.
  2. Rubber Pad– Better known as lifting pads, foam or rubber pads provide a system of cushioning to the vehicle being lifted by the jack. This ensures that there are no scratches, dents or other types of harm inflicted by the jack on the vehicle. If not for these cushioning rubber pads, vehicle injuries can turn out to be very expensive for the owner.
  3. Car Jack Adapter– Last but not least, car jack adapters are our final feature on the list of the top 3 essential hydraulic floor jack accessories. These support tools come in a variety of sizes and can be used on all types of hydraulic floor jacks. They are used by attaching to jack bodies and enhancing their extension to reach the desired lengths.

 

Stan Design Inc. Hydraulic Floor Jack Features

With over two decades of experience in the automotive industry, Stan Design Inc. brings to you hydraulic floor jacks with cutting-edge technology. At the heart of our innovative features lies a beautiful marriage of design and manufacturing that embodies the ideal of convenience and safety at affordable prices.

Hence, we had dived deep into analyzing the most pressing issues within the industry and found out that garage owners across the nation were wasting countless hours every day lifting heavy-duty vehicles with slow and cumbersome floor jacks that require multiple stands to support the truck.

So, we came up with Scorpion floor jacks with both hydraulic and air bag functionality. Because of the powerful hydraulics and the push of a button on a remote-controlled system, our hydraulic floor jacks do not require additional jack stands for support. We have also successfully eliminated the need for car jack adapters.

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.

 

Stan Design Inc. Hydraulic 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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Inspection Pit Jacks: Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Vehicle Maintenance

Jacks are portable devices used to service vehicles, from small cars to heavy duty military grade trucks. They come in many shapes and sizes, are of many variants, and may be used for fulfilling different purposes. 

Inspection pit jacks, heavy-duty truck jacks, tire rotation jacks, auto jacks, etc. fall under the many different variants of jacks. Floor jacks, rolling bridge jacks, bottle jacks, scissor jacks, etc. are jacks classified by their shapes and sizes. 

Inspection pit jacks are a special kind of jack that is the topic of discussion of this blog. The main differentiating factor of inspection pit jacks is that they are not placed on the surface of the ground directly underneath the undercarriage or chassis of the vehicle. 

Rather, it is inserted inside a service pit, commonly found in commercial garages, or automotive workshops, over which the vehicle to be inspected is rolled so that it stays positioned directly above the inspection pit jack.

 

How Valuable are Inspection Pits for Car Service? 

In commercial automotive garages and workshops, an inspection pit is a common sight. These are designated spaces, often below ground levels, specifically cut out or designed to accommodate personnel to enter and inspect the underside of automobiles, which remain on top of the inspection pit. 

Confused? Let us paint a clearer picture for you. Imagine this. A trench is built on the floor so people can go beneath it to service an object that lies on top of the trench, above the floor surface. These essentially eliminate the stress of lying down under vehicles for long hours to access the undercarriage. 

 

Stan Design Inc. 

Stan Design Inc. is a leading jack design and manufacturing company in North America, especially in Canada. With over 25+ years of industry experience, our expert team has brought cutting-edge technology to our jacks and bridges. 

Our top priority is to meet customer needs, understand specific pain points and deliver customizable solutions to address additional requirements, all at affordable price points. We do not promise cheap entry points for our jacks. Why? 

We believe that the affordability of any product must be based on its long-term returns. Our jacks are not a pocket pinch, yet they pack innovative features and bring them to market. For the quality and longevity we assure, we can take on ordinary jacks at lower prices. 

Our compact auto lifting solutions can pick up everything from a small car to a heavy duty armored military grade vehicle. Our insistence and consistency of using only fine grade ingredient materials allow us to create products that perform better and look aesthetically stunning. 

Our jacks and bridges are tested and certified CSA Group, UL, CE, ISO, etc. We also offer warranties and after-sales support to all our customers so that they can utilize our products to their full extent. 

 

Safety and Efficiency of Scorpion Pit Jacks

Stan Design Inc.’s range of pit jacks are known as Scorpion PJ. Each Scorpion jack is made with sturdy fine grade steel that adds to its vigor and longevity. These jacks along with their high-quality steel components resist corrosion, rust, oxidation, and deterioration.

With load capacities ranging from 15000 lbs. to 35000 lbs., the Scorpion jacks can be used as regular auto jacks to heavy duty truck jacks. The telescoping arms of Scorpion pit jacks and their stackable adapters can lift across the axle or on the frame, depending on the vehicle size and shape.

Armed with both hydraulic as well as air motor operating mechanisms, Scorpion jacks come with a choice of variants. If you choose the hydraulic pit jack variant, you get a greater lifting force hydraulic pit jacks are capable of generating, allowing them to lift greater loads for greater heights.

If you choose the air motor pit jack variant, you get to benefit from the ease and convenience of use it offers, along with its prolonged durability and reliability because of the fewer moving parts involved. The inflatable nature of the method of operation of the air bag variant of pit jacks enable relatively lesser mechanical exhaustion.

Besides, Scorpion jacks also offer excellent safety features- starting with built-in three stage safety locking mechanisms in the pit jacks which engage automatically at different heights, eliminating the need for additional stands or chocks. This multi-level safety makes the Scorpion jacks not only safe for the vehicles they lift but also for the personnel involved in the lifting and lowering process.

Apart from these features, Scorpion jacks come fitted with special roller bearing wheels that allow for effortless rolling and maneuvering. These low-profile pit jacks also boast of convenient pull handles that make it easy to position the pit jack under the chassis of the vehicle.

The real flexibility and versatility of the Scorpion jacks lie in their ability to fit virtually any pit or ramp application due to their compact design only (31”-34” wide) and expandable up to 42”-46” wide. The pit jacks also have a high gloss powder coat paint and zinc plated components and accessories that enhance their appearance and functionality.

 

Stan Design Inc. Scorpion Pit Jack Products  

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  

  

Available Models  

  • TJ12AG – Above Ground  
  • TJ12SG – Semi-in-Ground  
  • TJ12IG – In-Ground  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”

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Best Jack Brand in 2024- 5 Points to Compare and Choose

The best vehicle jack brands are those that do not only provide you with high quality truck or vehicle jacks, but also exceptional customer service. 

They do not make promises of cheap prices as they acknowledge that cheap price tags come along with cheap products, yet they make cost-effective solutions. 

Nowadays, and this does not just apply to jack brands alone but to all modern-day brands, the verity of a brand can be identified through its testimonials. 

Along with these, there are many other criteria to judge and conclude any jack brand’s comparison effectiveness. Let us learn about the top 5 of those. 

5 Jack Brand Comparison Criteria 

  1. Experience- Perhaps the most important factor in determining the best jack brand among numerous others is the amount of time they have spent learning from and contributing to the industry.  It is no secret that advancements in technology have changed the business landscape rapidly. Hence, whether a jack brand is the best in the market can be easily tested by looking at how they too have advanced in their product offerings- whether they have moved past traditional mechanical vehicle jacks to adopt newer offerings like effortless hydraulic systems, etc. 
  1. Product Features- Continuing from the above point, checking out the jack features of the brand you select to choose from is essential before making a purchase. Modern features in jacks like one-touch button-operated lift systems, low-profile height adjustability and portability, floating casters and rolling bearings, etc. are an indelible mark of technological adoption and advancement. Whether a jack brand offers these product features along with others that are tailored to fit your specific needs and address your concerns must be deliberated upon.  
  1. Product Range- Next, after checking the variety of experience along with a jack brand’s amount of experience in the industry, as well as the variety of product features it offers, examining the variety or range of its products itself is imperative. The best jack brands should be offering more than one type of jack- being quite literally the jack of all trades (if not master of none). So, for instance, if you are on a brand’s page because you are looking for floor jacks, you must be able to check out their range of screw jacks, pit jacks, rolling bridge jacks, etc. This will allow you to gauge their overall capability based on what people are saying about all their products. 
  1. Client Testimonials- Following from the preceding point, client testimonials go a long way in speaking for a brand’s goodwill. Review the testimonials carefully to see exactly what people are talking about. This will give you an exact idea of the brand’s offerings, be it their product features or their overall efforts to serve their customers. It will also tell you if they might not meet your expectations and if you are better off checking out other sellers. 
  1. Price Point- Finally, the price point of a brand determines its target audience, and therefore, a lot of its quality checking and analysis processes in the design, manufacturing, and service offerings. These end-to-end operations, in turn, determine their price point, giving the relationship between the two objective entities a causal character. Ultimately, the price of the jacks in today’s digital brand and business era ends up symbolizing a lot more than just cost price for the buyer. They represent tailored experiences that the buyer, aka you, would be purchasing. 

How to Research Best Jack Brands in the Market? 

When you Google (or Bing, if you may) “Top jack brands” or “Best jack brands” or “Best vehicle jack brand” or “Best truck jack brands”, chances are the top results would appear based on their SEO (or search engine marketing efforts) rather than the actual quality of the brands. 

And let us be real- modern research method is hardly offline, like most other things. With this major online shortcoming as well as its impersonal manner, it becomes difficult to know the efficacy of the product you are looking for unless you try it yourself (which ends up costing you dearly). 

But do not worry. All is not lost. You can run a quick comparative analysis of all the top search results and conclude in no time! To get you started, we cover our top pick- Stan Design Inc. 

Stan Design Inc.- The Best Jack Brand in Canada 

Stan Design Inc., the best truck jack brand in Canada and North America, comes with over 25 years of experience in the vehicle jack industry. They work in both designing and manufacturing high-quality engineered jack products for the target markets. 

At extremely cost effective and efficient price points, they offer a range of vehicle jacks including Scorpion line of floor jacks and pit jacks, and StanJack line of rolling bridge jacks and fast lube jacks, that have lifting capacities to lift even military vehicles. 

This auto jack manufacturer delivers premium jacks designed with cutting–edge technology that are safe, reliable and stand the test of time. Their variety and range enable them to offer portable as well as fixed pit solutions. 

How do you know that Stan Design Inc. is the best vehicle jack brand in the market? If the proof of work and customer testimonials are not enough, here is how they add even more value to you by offering mastermind business solutions. 

Their fast lube jacks, for instance, allow you to offer tire rotation services, along with fast lube solutions like oil and lubricants change. According to industry statistics, you can make at least $24,000 per year by offering tire rotation to your customers. 

Conclusion 

To sum it all up, there are a few factors that you should bear in mind while deciding on a jack brand. 

Among them the top 5 are the brand’s experience in the industry in terms of both quantity and variety, product features and range, client testimonials and price point. 

When you compare jack brands in the market, along with these objective factors, which can be an effective starting point, you should consider your own specific requirements. 

Finally, remember, a jack is only as good as its condition. A jack’s longevity ultimately depends on how you use to store and maintain i

 

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Unveiling the Power: Exploring the Features of Scorpion Pit Jacks

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Maximize Garage Productivity with Scorpion Pit Jacks

Scorpion Pit Jack Jacks are powerful devices used for lifting heavy loads. These potent tools mainly found in workshops and commercial garages are now finding their way into home garages as well as the storage compartments of smaller vehicles. This marked shift comes because of the availability of jack variants with moderations in size and portability.

Be it jacks like the Scorpion pit jack (a specialty line of pit jacks by Stan Design), hydraulic floor jack, or heavy-duty floor jack, all automotive jacks have a single purpose– lifting heavy vehicles for repair and maintenance. Working with great force, good automotive jacks ensure the steady suspension and safe lowering of the hoisted vehicle.

What are Pit Jacks?

Pit jacks are service jacks that roll down the underground pits below the undercarriage of your vehicle. In essence, they differ from floor jacks by this very feature- that they are designed to work in the service bays or inspection pits that are under the ground level- instead of the above-ground surface right below the clearance of your automobile.

Because of this feature pit jacks are more capable of lifting weights of all sizes and exposing the underside of vehicles for inspection, service, maintenance and repairs. Depending on the size of your service pit, technicians may even climb into them to service the lifted and exposed vehicle undercarriage more efficiently than other jacks could offer.

They are mostly used to service heavy-duty vehicles because of the range of services they can provide. Often considered as the best pit jack for trucks, the Scorpion pit jack from Stan Design is specially designed to fit any pit or ramp application, thanks to their compact and expandable design. It comes with other useful features which we will explore in the later sections.

Stan Design Scorpion Pit Jacks

Stan Design’s patented Scorpion Pit Jacks are the result of decades of innovation, engineering, quality and performance making them the most robust workshop pit jack in North America. They are reliable enough to lift the heaviest of vehicles in seconds for service or alignment without risking your safety or wasting your time and money.

They are specially designed to fit any pit or ramp application, thanks to their compact and expandable design. Made with high-grade steel and the finest quality components, they are the most durable jacks on the market. The heavy-duty hydraulics and air motors allow Scorpion pit jacks to surpass all its competitors in performance.

  • Versatile: The Scorpion Pit Jack can fit virtually any pit or ramp application due to their compact design only (31”-34” wide) and expandable up to 42”-46” wide.
  • Durable: Made with high-grade steel and the finest quality components that resist corrosion, rust, oxidation, and deterioration.
  • Powerful: The Scorpion Pit Jack has heavy-duty hydraulics or air motors that offer powerful and smooth lifting without any hand pumping required.
  • Safe: The built-in safety locks in the jacks engage automatically at different heights, eliminating the need for additional stands or chocks.
  • Flexible: The Scorpion Pit Jack has telescoping arms and stackable adapters that can lift across the axle or on the frame, depending on the vehicle size and shape.
  • Easy: Their fitted special roller bearing wheels and pull handles allow for effortless maneuvering and convenient positioning under the vehicle.
  • Attractive: The Scorpion Pit Jack has a high gloss powder coat paint and zinc plated components and accessories that enhance their appearance and functionality.

Mechanism of Stan Design Scorpion Pit Jacks

The Scorpion Pit Jack has heavy-duty hydraulics or air motors that offer powerful and smooth lifting without any hand pumping required. Let us learn more about how this hydraulic lifting system works to understand how you may employ the jack for use.

Hydraulic jacks consist of the following 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 a pump lever or handle.

The reservoir or buffer or oil tank is the physical compartment of the heavy-duty 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 jack is not in use to prevent the accidental flow of oil.

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.

This applied pressure transfers the oil 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.

How to Choose the Right Stan Design Scorpion Pit Jack?

There is a list of factors to consider while choosing any jack model:

  1. Weight capacity: While shopping for pit jacks it is imperative to look for the weight capacity (expressed in tonnage) it is designed to lift. The Scorpion jacks are available in variants of 12000- 25000 lb.
  2. Material: The construction or build of your pit jack, whether it is a steel jack or aluminum jack, is pivotal to assess its performance and sustainability.
  3. Lift height: It must match the ground clearance of your vehicle. The Scorpion jacks offer an extended range of 20”+.
  4. Size: The size of your jack impacts its portability. The Scorpion jacks are 31”-34” wide which can be extended up to 42”-46”.
  5. Safety: Perhaps the most important factor to consider while purchasing a pit jack is its safety features to prevent accidents and mishaps and ensure safe lifting of heavy loads.
  6. Price: You may be tempted to go after jacks that seem cheap but remember affordability does not always determine quality. Seemingly cost-effective jacks may turn out to be more expensive in the long run.
  7. Brand reputation: Buying pit jacks from reputable sources, like Stan Design ensures good quality, warranty and customer service.
  8. User feedback: Products like the Stan Design floor jack or Scorpion pit jack come with authority as they are user tested and rated.
  9. Compatibility with your vehicle: Not all jacks are suitable for all vehicles. Whether you own a truck or a SUV or other types of cars, it would influence the choice of your pit jack.
Stan Design Scorpion Pit Jack Models:

Scorpion PJ15

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

Scorpion PJ25

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

Scorpion P12S

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

Scorpion PJ15S

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

Scorpion PJ20FE

  • 20 Ton
  • 220v 1 Phase powe
  • Dual Locking System, hydraulic & mechanical
  • Double acting Telescoping Hydraulic cylinder
  • Is a floor running pit jack suitable for inspection Pits & Lube Pits

Scorpion PJ25S

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

Installed Tire Service – Pit Jack

  • TJ14AG – Above Ground
  • TJ14SG – Semi-in-Ground
  • TJ14IG – In-Ground
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20”

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7 Best Floor Jacks for Lifted Trucks Ultimate Guide

How to Choose the Best Floor Jacks for Lifted Trucks?
How to Choose the Best Floor Jacks for Lifted Trucks?

Choosing the best floor jacks for trucks is not an easy task! For two main reasons:

1. The choice involves judicious consideration for safety of property: the heavy-duty trucks or other vehicles being lifted, suspended and lowered for service, repairs and maintenance.

2. The choice involves judicious consideration for safety of life: of the personnel involved in lifting, suspending and lowering the heavy loads for service, repairs and maintenance.

That is why we have come up with this ultimate guide to introduce you to the 7 best floor jacks for lifted trucks. Read on !

What are Floor Jacks?

Floor jacks are tools used by workers in commercial garages and workshops to lift, suspend and lower heavy loads like cars, sports utility vehicles (SUVs), trucks, etc. for service, repairs and maintenance. They can be operated using any number of mechanisms, like- mechanical, hydraulic, air bag, electrical, hybrid, etc.- to name the most common types.

The best floor jacks for lifted trucks deliver high value to the professionals who wield them. By lifting and transporting all types of heavy weights, industrial loads, vehicles, and machinery equipment for clamping, these jacks aid customers in varying industries.

How Do the Best Floor Jacks for Trucks Work?

To understand simply the workings of any jack that uses a hydraulic system, like the one used in Stan Design Inc. Scorpion Floor Jacks, the best floor jacks for lifted trucks, let us consider its anatomy.

The reservoir or buffer or oil tank is the physical compartment of the 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 jack is not in use to prevent the accidental flow of oil.

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.

This applied pressure transfers the oil 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 to lift and suspend the load.

How to Choose the Best Floor Jacks for Lifted Trucks?

There is a list of factors to consider while choosing the best floor jacks for lifted trucks. Find our top picks below.

1. Weight Capacity: While shopping for floor jacks it is imperative to look for the weight capacity (expressed in tonnage) it is designed to lift.

2. Material: The construction or building of your floor jack, whether it is a steel jack or aluminum jack, is pivotal to assess its performance and sustainability. Steel jacks are naturally stronger than aluminum and useful for lifting heavier loads.

3. Lift Height: It must match the ground clearance of your vehicle to be low enough to slide under its clearance range and high enough to provide adequate space for maintenance and repairs.

4. Size: The size of your floor jack impacts its portability. The material of your floor jack contributes to its density, weight and size, affecting its portability and making it suitable for particular vehicles based on their respective sizes.

5. Safety: Perhaps the most important factor to consider while purchasing a floor jack is its safety features to prevent accidents and mishaps and ensure safe lifting of heavy loads.

6. Price: You may be tempted to go after floor jacks that seem cheap but remember affordability does not always determine quality. Seemingly cost-effective floor jacks may turn out to be more expensive in the long run.

7. Brand reputation: Buying floor jacks from reputable sources ensures good quality, warranty and customer service. It is not wise to make jack purchases from unreliable sources as it can turn out to be not only a bad decision but a potentially harmful one with dangerous ramifications.

8. User Feedback: Jacks that are user tested and rated come with authority. Choosing reputable brands that have been on the market for years ensures updated technology and safe and easy features that are well tried and tested.

9. Compatibility with your Vehicle: Not all jacks are suitable for all vehicles. Whether you own a truck or a SUV or other types of cars, it would influence the choice of your floor jack. Hence, checking the factors like size, portability, build, lift range, weight capacity, etc. is crucial.

7 Best Floor Jacks for Lifted Trucks

1. Scorpion TJ12S 

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

2. Scorpion TJ12SL 

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

3. Scorpion TJ14 

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

4. Scorpion TJ12E 

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

5. Scorpion MJ25 

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

6.  Blackhawk B6350

  • Capacity- 3.5 Tons
  • Lifting Range- 5.5″ to 22″
  • Built-in safety valve and bypass

7.  Performance Tool W1606 Compact

  • Capacity- 2.5 Tons
  • Lifting Range- 5″ to 15.5″
  • Built-in safety features

Why You Should Choose Scorpion Floor Jacks?

Only the highest quality materials are used to ensure that they can be durable and robust enough to stand the wear and tear of lifting for decades to come.

Low profile for an extended and elevated reach while offering sustained and stable lift and minimal upkeep needs.

Built-in three-stage safety locking mechanism guaranteeing lifting the entire front or rear of your vehicles without any danger.

Weight lift capacity of up to 14 tons that makes you forget the hassle of hand pumping, with easy maneuverability.

Operate with the push of just one button and lift heavy-duty trucks in seconds while eliminating the need for vehicle stands.

Air bag or hydraulic design of floor jacks allow effortless lifting without the need of exhausting hand pumping.

Extreme ease and maneuverability are guaranteed by four full floating casters for impressive mobility.

Highly adjustable nature retains a small footprint floor jack to reduce floor space used.

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Different Types of Truck Jacks: A Comprehensive Guide

A garage or vehicle servicing workshop is incomplete without a heavy-duty floor jack, and if you are into servicing trucks and other heavy vehicles, you sure do need a truck jack! With so many different types of truck jacks available on the market, it can be hard to decide on what’s best for you, not least if you are new to truck maintenance. But don’t worry. We got you covered!

In this blog, we’ll explore importance of choosing the right one for the job. Read on!

  • Hydraulic Floor Jack

    No discussion on truck jacks can begin without the mention of this trusted workhorse. Heavy duty floor jacks are by far the most popular truck jacks on the market, used by everyone from DIY enthusiasts to full-time workshop owners. What’s so special about them?

  • Robust: Floor jacks are robust and come in a variety of weight capacities. For instance, the Scorpion Floor Jacks from Stan Design can lift as heavy as 25,000 lbs.
  • Stable: Heavy-duty floor jacks have a wide base enabling them to remain stable while lifting heavy trucks.
  • Small footprint and user-friendly: Despite their generous base, hydraulic floor jacks have a low collapsed profile and small footprint to maximize workshop space. They are also extremely easy to operate – just a few pumps on the handle and your job is done! Innovative products like the Scorpion Floor Jacks use compressed air to boost the hydraulics for more lifting power. With them, you just need to push a button and watch your truck lift!
  • Lift high: Heavy-duty truck jacks like the Scorpion MJ25 Floor Jack can lift behemoths like military trucks as high as 36”, giving you easy access to the undercarriage.

  • Bottle Jacks

Bottle jacks operate on the same principles as hydraulic floor jacks but are more compact. Heavy-duty bottle jacks can handle serious weight and offer precise control. The only downside with these versatile truck jacks is their limited lift height.

  • Scissor Jacks

Scissor jacks essentially convert rotational motion into vertical motion efficiently, enabling users to lift vehicles via cranking of the handle. However, they are not robust enough for large and heavy vehicles like loaded trucks or armored cars. Here are a few attributes of the scissor jack worth mentioning:

  • Compact Design: Scissor jacks are known for their compact design, making them easy to store and transport. Your personal car probably came with a scissor jack as part of the standard toolkit.
  • Emergency Repairs: While not as heavy-duty as some other options, scissor jacks are handy for emergency roadside repairs and routine maintenance tasks.

  • Pneumatic Jacks

Pneumatic jacks use compressed air for lifting, providing a quick and efficient solution for heavy-duty vehicles. These jacks are known for their rapid lifting capabilities, reducing downtime during maintenance tasks.

  • Telescoping Jacks

Telescoping jacks are a variation of the hydraulic jack and offer adjustable height settings. Their stable design ensures that the vehicle remains secure while lifted, providing a safe working environment.

  • Electric Truck Jacks

Electric truck jacks eliminate manual pumping, making them user-friendly and reducing physical effort. These jacks often come with additional features like built-in lighting for better visibility during night-time repairs.

  • Pit Jacks

There’s no competition for the pit jack when it comes to lifting big and bulky trucks and buses. At the heart of the rolling pit jack is a hydraulic system consisting of a hydraulic pump, hydraulic fluid, and a network of hoses and cylinders. The pump generates hydraulic pressure to ensure smooth and controlled lifting of heavy vehicles like trucks and military vehicles. Stan Jacks by Stan Design use pneumatic pressure or compressed air to aid with the lifting process.

Endnote:

Choosing the right truck jack is essential to efficient and safe vehicle maintenance. Whether it’s a hydraulic floor jack for lifting big and bulky vehicles or a compact scissor jack for roadside emergencies, each type serves a specific purpose.

Investing in the right equipment ensures that users can perform their tasks with confidence, knowing that they have the support of reliable and purpose-built tools. So, whether you are a workshop owner or a DIY enthusiast, understanding different types of truck jacks and their uses is key to keeping your heavy-duty vehicles in top-notch condition.

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Choosing The Right Pit Jack For Lifting Your Vehicle

If you are a workshop owner or a DIY mechanic who services trucks frequently, you already know the importance of pit jacks and truck jacks. These all-essential tools are needed to lift trucks and other heavy vehicles high enough to access the vehicle’s undercarriage.

People often enquire about the type of jacks to use with trucks. With so many different options on the market, things can get confusing sometimes. In this blog, we’ll look at the best vehicle lifting solutions for trucks and other heavy vehicles and tell you why it makes sense to buy Scorpion Pit Jacks. Read on!

Servicing a vehicle’s undercarriage needs utmost care!

Wheel assembly, brake system, exhaust, drive shaft, axles – a truck’s undercarriage contains a plethora of essential parts that keep the vehicle running. Hence, servicing a truck’s undercarriage requires utmost care. The first step, of course, is to choose an appropriate truck jack or pit jack.

Here’s a list of the different types of truck jacks available on the market:

  1. The Hydraulic Floor Jack: It is the go-to device for lifting cars and trucks. The hydraulic floor jack uses hydraulic pressure to lift heavy vehicles like trucks and armored cars high above the ground for access to the undercarriage. A few quick pumps on the floor jack’s extended arm causes the vehicle to lift and stay elevated. Floor jacks are robust and made from durable materials to withstand the weight of vehicles for extended periods. High-quality truck jacks like the Scorpion Floor Jack are built to last and will serve you for decades on end. They have essential safety features like an innovative three-stage locking mechanism to ensure safety and stability.
  2. The Bottle Jack: The bottle jack is another iteration of the standard floor jack. It’s shaped like a bottle, hence the name! Bottle jacks can lift trucks quickly and efficiently but don’t have the same lift height as floor jacks. So, bottle jacks won’t work as effectively with lifted trucks as floor jacks.
  3. Pneumatic Jacks: These highly efficient tools utilize the power of compressed air to lift cars, trucks, and other heavy vehicles. The only downside perhaps is that pneumatic jacks need air compression pumps and electricity to operate seamlessly.Innovative products like the Scorpion Floor Jack utilize a combination of hydraulic and pneumatic pressure for heavy lifting.
  4. The Pit Jack: There’s no alternative to the pit jack when it comes to lifting big, heavy trucks and military vehicles. Heavy-duty pit jacks function as installations in vehicle inspection pits in workshops. They operate using hydraulic or pneumatic pressure, or a combination of both to lift vehicles high enough for undercarriage inspection and maintenance. A lifting mechanism or platform serves as the contact point between the vehicle and the pit jack, and roller bearings enable the jack to move forward and backward in the pit for easy placement.

Stan Design’s Scorpion Pit Jacks trump competition with their –

  • Versatility,
  • Durability,
  • High weight capacity,
  • Lift height,
  • Safety features,
  • Maneuverability, and
  • User-friendly and attractive design.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: What kind of jack do I need to lift my truck?

Ans: Any robust truck jack with a weight capacity higher than your vehicle will do the trick. Don’t forget to source your truck jack from a reputed manufacturer with ample industry experience and technical know-how like Stan Design.

Q2: Can I use a car jack to lift a truck?

Ans: We strongly advise against doing anything like that! Car jacks are meant for cars only and don’t have the structural strength or features to handle the extra weight of trucks. Trying to lift a truck with a car jack can cause catastrophic failure of the device, damage the vehicle, and compromise your safety.

Q3: How do I choose the right jack for my truck?

Ans: To choose the right jack for your truck, check out the following features in the equipment:

  • Weight capacity: Choose a truck jack or pit jack with a weight capacity higher than the weight of your truck.
  • Lift height: Go for a vehicle jack that has a lift height substantially higher than the ground clearance of your truck. This is especially true for lifted trucks.
  • Build quality and safety features: Never compromise on the build quality or safety features of your truck jack or pit jack. Working on the undercarriage of a truck comes with its fair share of risks. Faulty or unreliable jacks are a recipe for disaster. To avoid untoward incidents, use products like the Scorpion Floor Jack or Scorpion Pit Jack that come with locking mechanisms to ensure maximum safety during vehicle lifting.
  • User-friendly design: Buy truck jacks and heavy-duty pit jacks that are easy to operate and maintain. The Scorpion Pit Jack, for instance, works at the push of a button to lift loaded trucks in seconds.
  • Portable and easy to store:  A low collapsed profile, small footprint, and maneuverability are the hallmarks of the ideal truck jack. It maximizes workshop space and the overall efficiency of the setup, leading to increased business returns.

Endnote: A reliable and durable truck jack or heavy-duty pit jack can work wonders for your workshop business or DIY projects. Choose wisely and always remember that your safety is paramount.

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