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Boost Your Productivity with Scorpion Pit Jacks From StanDesign

Every day, hundreds of thousands of trucks navigate the freeways of North America, carrying essential commodities to the farthest reaches of Canada and the USA. The continent’s enormous network of vehicle servicing workshops functions as the backbone of the trucking industry. And if there’s one tool the workshops can’t do without, it’s the heavy-duty truck jack.

What’s so special about truck jacks?

  • Truck jacks facilitate undercarriage repair. The undercarriage takes a lot of beating as vehicles crisscross all kinds of terrain. Without heavy-duty truck jacks, it would be impossible to lift vehicles high enough for the inspection and maintenance of everything from the wheel assembly to the exhaust system.
  • Truck jacks are robust tools and last years under rigorous use. High-quality truck jacks return great value for money, making them prized possessions among workshop owners.

When it comes to buying truck jacks there are a lot of options to choose from. You have hydraulic floor jacks, bottle jacks, bridge jacks, and our topic of discussion for today – pit jacks.

What’s so special about pit jacks?

Time is money, more so in the world of truck and bus maintenance. So, workshops servicing trucks, buses, and other heavy vehicles need a tool that is quick, smooth, efficient, and safe, and what’s better than a pit jack for the job?

Workshops with dedicated inspection pits use pit jacks to lift all kinds of vehicles for undercarriage repair. Think of them as scissor jacks on steroids! At the heart of every pit jack is a hydraulic system aided by a pneumatic (compressed air) lifting apparatus. Dual lifting arms when actuated lift cars and trucks weighing tons high enough for easy access to the subframe.

Here’s why pit jacks stand out as super-efficient tools in the vehicle lifting solutions industry:

  • They are robust tools, easy to maintain, and last for years on end.
  • Pit jacks are built to lift loaded trucks. So, they have high weight capacities to tackle any kind of vehicle.
  • The lifting operation in pit jacks is precise and accurate, aided by multi-stage locking mechanisms for added safety.
  • They are safe and easy to operate, eliminating the need for specialized training.

All this amounts to increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and more profits for a workshop business. No wonder, workshop owners love pit jacks!

The Scorpion Pit Jack – your workshop’s biggest ally!

What the Scorpion Pit Jack does is take all the characteristics of the standard pit jack and make them better.

Let’s explore why this winning product from our stable can be a complete game-changer for your workshop business.

1. Unrivaled Lifting Power

Pick any product from our line of pit jacks, and you’ll see a robust hydraulic lifting apparatus in its core. The hydraulic apparatus is aided by a compressed air system for additional power, resulting in some of the meanest tools money can buy.

Take for instance the Scorpion PJ35 Pit Jack. It can lift vehicles as heavy as 35,000 lbs. effortlessly in no time. Whether it’s for routine maintenance or complex repair jobs, the Scorpion Pit Jacks make light work of the heaviest loads. Let’s just say, we are here to raise the bar when it comes to the raw lifting power of pit jacks.

2. Smart Design and Durable Build

With the help of precision engineering and years of experience in product development, we have come up with a blueprint for producing floor jacks, bridge jacks, and pit jacks that trump competition with their smart design and unmatched durability.

Our battle-ready Scorpion Pit Jacks are designed to survive and triumph in harsh conditions and under rigorous use. Hardened steel frames and rams, zinc-plated components, anti-rust coating, and precision-engineered hydraulic and pneumatic systems all contribute to the build quality of the Scorpion Pit Jacks. Our Scorpions certainly have stings in their tails!

3. Precision is the Name of the Game!

What’s a pit jack without precision lifting abilities? The Scorpion Pit Jacks excel in this department with hydraulic systems engineered for controlled movements. Technicians can elevate vehicles with pinpoint accuracy and rely on the built-in safety mechanisms to keep them safe.

4. Adaptability for Varied Fleets

No two vehicles are the same. We design our products keeping in mind all the different car and truck types currently running on the road. The Scorpion Pit Jacks come with stackable adapters to lift all kinds of cars and trucks across the axle.

A compact profile expandable up to as much as 46” ensures that these heavy duty truck jacks fit any inspection pit in the country.

5. Unmatched Safety Features

Safety is non-negotiable, and the Scorpion Pit Jacks prioritize it with advanced safety features. Automatic locking mechanisms engage when the desired height is reached, securing the lifted truck in place.

Our commitment to safety provides technicians with peace of mind as they perform critical tasks beneath the elevated vehicle.

6. Efficiency Redefined

Time is money in the world of logistics. The Scorpion Pit Jacks are engineered to be quick and efficient. Swift lifting enabled by intuitive controls reduces downtime drastically for trucks, increasing the operational efficiency of workshops.

Endnote:

When you buy a Scorpion Pit Jack, you carry home a tool that’s been designed by engineers who know and cherish their craft. Our lifting solutions aren’t just tools for lifting heavy vehicles. They are a means to increase your workshop’s productivity and profit with the guarantee of quality and durability.

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Top-Rated Portable Truck Jacks: Your Ultimate Guide

When it comes to lifting trucks, buses, and other heavy vehicles for undercarriage maintenance, the heavy-duty truck jack is the best tool one can have. Truck jacks come in a variety of types. Hydraulic floor jacks, pit jacks, bridge jacks, and pneumatic jacks are the most popular iterations. But if you are looking exclusively for portable truck jacks, nothing beats the good old-fashioned floor jack!

There are lots of different brands selling a plethora of portable heavy duty truck jacks. But what’s best for you? In this blog, we will look at our top picks for the best portable jacks on the market. We have intentionally left out pit jacks, bridge jacks, and Fast Lube Rolling Pit Jacks to cut the clutter.

But before we can proceed further, here’s a list of things to consider before buying a truck jack:

  • Weight Capacity: Knowing the weight capacity of a truck jack is the crucial first step to buying the best tool for your workshop. Jacks are subjected to tremendous pressure and stress when lifting heavy vehicles. Never use a floor jack or pit jack with a truck heavier than the jack’s stipulated weight capacity. It can cause the jack to buckle and fracture, compromising user safety.
  • Durability: Heavy-duty truck jacks are made from materials resistant to wear and tear under prolonged use. They are also corrosion-resistant and don’t buckle under stress.
  • Collapsed height: A practical floor jack must have a low collapsed profile for it to reach under all sorts of vehicles. Always go for a jack with a small footprint and a low collapsed profile.
  • Lift height: A jack’s lift height decides how high it can lift a vehicle. This is crucial because you need to be able to access your truck’s undercarriage easily once it’s lifted. Floor jacks and pit jacks with good lift heights enable users to carry out maintenance work efficiently, minimizing downtime and maximizing the workshop’s output.
  • Safety Features: Safety is paramount in any workshop environment. Hence, you need jacks that have inbuilt safety features like multiple contact points and locking mechanisms to keep users safe while lifting heavy vehicles.
  • Intuitive Design, Portability, and Storage: Truck jacks that are portable, and easy to use and store increase user efficiency and maximize workshop space.

Stan Design’s Top Picks! 

We evaluated multiple heavy-duty truck and car jacks based on the above criteria to come up with the following list for you:

1. Pittsburgh Low-Pro Aluminum Racing Jack

This trusty portable truck jack has a lot of good things working for it.

Pros 

  • The frame is made of aluminum, hence corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and durable.
  • The jack’s low-profile design makes it easy for users to service vehicles with low ground clearance.
  • Great for small trucks, cars, and other mid-sized vehicles, the Pittsburgh Low-Pro can easily lift up to 6000 lbs. over 19”.

Cons

  • Small wheels affect portability.

2. Stan Design’s Scorpion MJ25 Floor Jack 

When it comes to lifting bona fide behemoths like military trucks and armored cars, there’s no competition for the MJ25!

Pros 

  • Lifts 25,000 lbs. over 36”. The lifting apparatus uses the combined force of hydraulics and pneumatic pressure for heavy lifting.
  • A robust, durable, and corrosion-resistant metal frame enables this mean beast to take abuse for decades on end.
  • An extendable beam with stackable adapters makes the MJ25 a workhorse suited to any vehicle type.
  • A three-stage locking mechanism makes this heavy-duty truck jack extra safe.

Cons 

  • The pneumatic apparatus needs a compressed air source to operate.

3. Blackhawk B6530 Fast Lift

The B6530 is your ideal garage jack capable of lifting small trucks, and small to mid-sized cars easily.

Pros 

  • The B6530 has a maximum weight capacity of 7000 lbs. and can lift over 21”.
  • Here’s the best part: you need no more than 2 pumps to lift a car with this robust jack!
  • An elongated chassis design makes it easy to reach the lifting points under sedans.

Cons 

  • Although not a deal breaker, the jack’s large footprint can be tricky to manage in crammed-up workshops.

4. Big Red AT84007R

The Big Red has a big heart and takes the lifting game a notch higher than the Blackhawk!

Pros

  • A weight capacity of 8000 lbs. should be good enough for lifting any hatchback, sedan, or small truck.
  • A heavy-duty steel frame with reinforced arms makes the AT84007R one robust floor jack capable of handling lifting duties day in and day out.
  • A collapsed profile of just 3.8” enables this heavy duty floor jack to reach under cars with low ground clearance easily.

Cons 

  • The only negative aspect of the Big Red – and we are nitpicking here – is its weight.

5. Vevor Pneumatic Jack

Several heavy-duty truck jack manufacturers are relying more and more on compressed air or pneumatic pressure operated lifting mechanisms for their products. The Vevor is the perfect example of this new trend.

Pros 

  • Super quick lifting time – simply plug in the compressor to the nearest electrical power source, open the valve, and you have lift off!
  • This cool floor jack can lift over 15” and has a maximum weight capacity of 6000 lbs.
  • A low weight of 34 lbs. and an incredibly small footprint make it easy to move around and store the Vevor Pneumatic Jack.

Cons 

  • Like any other pneumatic jack, the Vevor Pneumatic Jack requires a power source to operate its air compressor. So, forget using a hand pump if your workshop has a power failure!

Endnote

Each of the portable heavy-duty jacks mentioned above is an absolute winner when it comes to lifting trucks, cars, or other vehicles. Before you buy your floor jack, make sure you have read the product manual carefully to facilitate an informed decision.