Spotlight on…9 big advantages of lithium powered electric scissor lifts

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1. Zero emissions. Our Snorkel lithium electric rough terrain scissor lifts create no NOX or CO fumes during operations. This makes them ideal for working in low-emission zones and urban areas where pollution is a real concern.

2. Low noise operation. Snorkel’s own tests confirm its electric scissor lifts create 62% less noise than diesel platforms. This supports working in areas where night-time noise reductions apply or in sensitive locations, near schools, hospitals and nursing homes. It also supports safe working, as noise can mask alarms or instructions between colleagues.

3. Long and consistent duty cycles. There is no concern about a loss of power with Snorkel’s lithium batter technology. Snorkel has tested its lithium rough terrain scissor lifts and can prove they will last for a week’s standard operation on one battery charge. On top of that, because of the way lithium batteries discharge, the power generated is constant throughout the cycle. There is no chance of a go-slow with Snorkel lithium scissors.

4. Lower running costs. Lithium power is reducing running costs for JMS’s MEWP rental customers who have been hit by diesel prices that remain stubbornly high, especially as red diesel can no longer be used in access platforms. Also, the scissor lifts’ fast-charging batteries, and multiple options to continuously top up the charge while the scissor lift is in use means power is always on tap.

5. Enhanced reliability. Snorkel lithium scissor lifts combines battery power with sealed direct drive electric motors on each wheel. This eliminates the oil leak risks associated with hydraulic drive. It also reduces breakdown risks associated with water and dust ingress to the drive system.

6. Smoother power. The direct drive motors, Snorkel’s advanced control system and the instant power delivery from the lithium batteries combine to make these electric scissor lifts both smooth and responsive.

They also help the platforms overcome the toughest terrain. It’s no surprise JMS’s Snorkel fleet has excellent gradeability. On top of that, this power advantage means the platforms have quick lift and lower rates to boost productivity still further.

7. Industry-leading manoeuvrability. Lithium Snorkels deliver more power with smaller battery packs. It has allowed the company to pack a lot of performance into a more compact platform, with no compromise on working space. That means JMS’s lithium electric snorkel RT scissors are easer to move around a site, can be operated more easily in confined spaces and have a safety advantage over less capable scissor.

8. Outdoor and indoor working. Our customers and their clients are increasingly concerned to increase utilisation rates and streamline platform fleets on worksites – for cost control, safety, and to support the need to accelerate work programmes. Our lithium Snorkel scissor lifts them do just that. They are just at as much at home in indoor environments as outdoor ones. With non-marking tyres and highly responsive controls, they can be switched from outdoor to indoor tasks instantly. 

9. Reputational gain and sustainability. These advantages in performance are significant, but our customers also appreciate the reputational benefits of using eco-friendly MEWPs to work at height. JMS’s lithium Snorkel scissors contribute to reduced carbon footprint at the worksite, with our hire customers and their clients appreciate as it supports their net carbon zero business strategies.