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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 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.  

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 Features of Scorpion Pit Jacks– 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.

Scorpion Pit Jack Products :

Scorpion PJ15 

  • Capacity – 15,000 lb/ 7.5 Ton 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 34” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 42” Wide

Scorpion PJ25

  • Capacity – 25,000 lb/12.5 Ton 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 34” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 42” Wide
  • Ideal for all heavy-duty truck and bus repair shops

Scorpion P12S

  • Capacity – 12,000 lbs/6 Ton 
  • Dual Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 31” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide

Scorpion PJ15S

  • Capacity – 15,000 lb/ 7.5 Ton 
  • Single Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 31” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide 
  • Low and High Stacking Adapters

Scorpion PJ25S

  • Capacity – 25,000 lb/12.5 Ton 
  • Single Hydraulics Arms 
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 20” 
  • Size – 32” Wide 
  • Expandable Size – 46” Wide 
  • Low and High Saddle

Scorpion Installed Tire Service Lift 

  • Installed Version of TJ14
  • 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 

  • TJ14AG – Above Ground 
  • TJ14SG – Semi-in-Ground 
  • TJ14IG – In-Ground

Extended Lifting Height Over 20”

About 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 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. 

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Bridge Jacks Fast Lube Truck Jacks

Fast Lube Jacks vs. Rolling Bridge Jacks: Which is Right for Your Garage?

Truck jacks are specialized type of vehicle jacks that are used as heavy-duty lifting jacks, or in other words, to lift, suspend, lower, and service heavy duty military grade trucks, as opposed to regular cars. 

Vehicle jacks, like truck jacks, come in handy for more than the singular purpose of lifting. They can be used for seasonal tire rotation and tire services, changing a flat tire, making repairs, changing your oil, lube or other car fluids, inspecting for damage, etc. 

Fast Lube Jack- What is it? 

Fast lube jacks are specialized truck jacks that enable you to generate more revenue and profit for your business of core automotive workshop and garage services. How? Allow us to explain. 

Believe it or not, Industry data even shows that offering just that tire services can put about $24,000 back in your pocket in a year. These are auxiliary tasks that can be conveniently carried out in commercial garages. 

If you have a service garage setup or own an auto repair shop, you can quickly set up a fast lube equipment fix and add vehicle lubrication service to the list of services you offer like tire rotation and tire service. This essential yet relatively rare to find service is sure to boost your clientele. 

By purchasing high quality fine grade jacks available in the market, starting from as low as $4000, you can make a small yet considerably profitable investment for your business. 

Rolling Bridge Jack- What is it? 

Rolling bridge jacks, alternatively referred to as bridge jacks or rolling jack lifts, are used for lifting purposes in an established lift system within a service pit area. They can be used in conjunction with other types of jacks or the same ones. 

Bridge jacks are the only way a 4-post service lift system can be converted into a fully functioning full-service vehicle lift system. They are often less mechanized and induce less labour in the lifting process. 

Each rolling bridge jack can be engaged to lift one full frame or two tires of your car off the ground, meaning two bridge jacks can lift the entire car for full wheel service. With convenient pull handles, that can also be extended for rear axles, rolling bridge jacks are easy to position under the vehicle. 

Comparing Fast Lube Jacks vs. Rolling Bridge Jacks 

To understand whether a fast lube jacks or rolling bridge jack is right for your garage, you must dive deep into understanding your own requirements. 

Whether you own a commercial garage or automotive workshop that caters to a niche clientele or are simply interested in purchasing one for your personal needs should be taken into consideration before making a purchase. 

For instance, both fast lube jacks as well as rolling bridge jacks are excellent suitors for commercial garages. However, if you want a jack that can come as first aid for emergency situations like getting a quick oil fix, fast lube jacks should be your companion on road. 

To understand this better and help you make an accurate purchase decision, let us tabulate the 3 key uses and features of both the jacks.

Features 

Uses 

Rolling Bridge Jack 

Fast Lube Jack 

Operating System 

The operating system of both these jacks allows for powerful, easy and quick lifting. 

Rolling Bridge Jacks operate using powerful hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, hybrid or air bag/ motor systems. 

Fast lube jacks operate using powerful hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, hybrid or air bag/ motor systems. 

Safety 

Whether jacks have advanced safety features like automatic or height-based locking mechanisms will ensure their reliability while lifting. 

Rolling bridge jacks by Stan Design Inc., called StanJacks, have a built-in safety lock mechanism that engages automatically at different heights, eliminating the need for additional stands or chocks. 

Fast lube jacks by Stan Design Inc. have a built-in safety lock mechanism that engages automatically at different heights, eliminating the need for additional stands or chocks. 

Controls 

Whether jacks are manually or technologically controlled plays a key role in safety and convenience. 

StanJacks Bridge Jacks by Stan Design Inc. have a detachable remote-control pendant with two buttons- one to lift and one to lower- always giving you full control over the jack. 

Fast lube jacks by Stan Design Inc. have a detachable remote-control pendant with two buttons- one to lift and one to lower.

Fast Lube Jack Models:

Pit Jacks J7500HFL

  • Capacity – 75,000 lbs./5 Ton
  • Narrow 34.5” Top Beam  
  • Heavy Duty Hydraulics  

Pit Jacks J7000HFL

  • Capacity – 7,000 lbs./3.5 Ton
  • Narrow 34.5” Top Beam  
  • Heavy Duty Hydraulics  

Pit Jacks J9000HFL  

  • Capacity -9,000 lbs./4.5 Ton  
  • Narrow 34.5” Top Beam  
  • Heavy Duty Hydraulics   

Rolling Bridge Jack Models: 

StanJack J6000H  

  • Capacity – 6,000 lbs./3 Ton  
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”  

StanJack J7000L  

  • Capacity – 7,000 lbs./3.5 Ton  
  • Heavy-Duty Air Bag  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”  
  • Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”  

StanJack J7500H  

  • Capacity – 7,000 lbs./3.5 Ton
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 10.25”  
  • Lowest Collapsed Height – Only 7”  

StanJack J9000H  

  • Capacity -9,000 lbs./4.5 Ton  
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”   

StanJack J12000H  

  • Capacity – 12,000 lbs./6 Ton
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics   

StanJack J15000H  

  • Capacity – 15,000 lbs./7.5 Ton
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  
  • Extended Lifting Height – Over 11”  

StanJack J18000H  

  • Capacity – 18,000 lbs./ 7 Ton  
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  

StanJack J25000H  

  • Capacity – 25,000 lbs./12.5 Ton  
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  

StanJack J35000H  

  • Capacity – 35,000 lbs./17.5 Ton
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics  

StanJack J50000H  

  • Capacity – 50,000 lbs./25 Ton
  • Heavy-Duty Hydraulics