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Presto Lifts Joint Dealer Call

Posted by on August 6, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts Joint Dealer Call

Put the knowledge of Presto Lifts to work for you. Enlist the help of Presto Lifts and nail the application. We’re always available to help with joint calls on end users. Presto Lifts engineering is second to none. Many custom applications have already been tackled and are in the books, just waiting to be used again.

Here you see a mobile wire basket being loaded in a less than ergonomic way. Presto Lifts offers many economical and reliable Lift and Tilt options to make just this sort of problem go away.

Thanks to Warner Specialty Products for inviting us on the joint call.

Presto Lifts Pit Mounted Scissor Lift

Posted by on April 5, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts Pit Mounted Scissor Lift

Some more useful information from Presto Lifts. When installing a lift in a work cell or station, Pit Mounting is the best option. After lowering the lift, it is out of the way and the area is free to use. To allow fork truck traffic you can add the optional “roll over” package to increase stability and rigidity to the unit. Platforms and turntables can be sized to the load, helping to decrease the ergonomic issue or “reach over”. Pit mounted lifts can be loaded or unloaded with a hand pallet truck, reducing the need for a forklift or ramps. Presto Lifts adheres to the ANSI MH 29.1 code which requires some form of toe protection as the lift platform descends into the pit. Shown here: Bevel Toe Guards. Simply put, the 30 degree angle built into the platform gives the worker a physical warning to move their feet from the area.

Presto Lifts Custom EPF Portable A/C Electric Stacker

Posted by on April 3, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts Custom EPF Portable A/C Electric Stacker

Here is a small gallery of photo’s from a custom Presto Lifts EPF portable A/C electric stacker. The customer is loading a rolling cart at ground level from the right hand side and offloading from the from onto a 36″ high platform. Removeable kick plate and chains have been added to help secure the cart during lifting. Features include a special platform with side panels and snap chains, offset rear caster and a loading ramp 26″W x 24″L x 6″H.Also two 6″ high removable kick plates, 1 on the 34″ side and 1 on the 36″ side.

Why is Presto Lifts the Best Source for Pneumatic Lifts?

Posted by on April 1, 2014 Comments Off on Why is Presto Lifts the Best Source for Pneumatic Lifts?

Presto's Pneumatic LiftsPresto Lifts offers umatched Product Selection and the Best Warranty in the Industry.

Presto Lifts range of pneumatic lifts feature:

  • Lift/Tilt and Lift/Rotate combination models, and Lift only or Tilt only function models.
  • Load capacities up to 8000 lbs.
  • Tilt models feature 30 or 45 degrees of tilt.
  • Pedestal mounted controls or foot controls.
  • Industry Best Warranty – 5 years structural / 2 years parts & a lifetime warranty on the air bag actuator.

Modified platforms, custom lip designs and many more options are available.

Presto Lifts Suggested Preventative Maintenance Guide

Posted by on March 29, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts Suggested Preventative Maintenance Guide

Presto Lift Table PairHere is a short but effective preventative maintenance schedule from Presto Lifts. Setting up a good maintenance program is the key to how well and how long your Presto Lift works for you. Regular maintenance helps prevent costly repairs and work slow down.

 

 

Weekly

  • Inspect Leg Rollers
  • Inspect Pivot Bolts, Pins & Bushings For Wear, Missing, Or Broken Parts
  • Inspect Hydraulic Lines For Damage Or Leakage
  • Inspect Wiring For Damage
  • Inspect Pre-Cautionary Labeling

Monthly

  • Oil/WD-40 To Non-Greased Pivot Points And Rollers
  • Check For Any Appearance Of Hydraulic Fluid

Six Months Or 500 Hrs. Of Operation

  • Inspect All Fittings, Hoses, & Connections
  • Repair As Needed
  • Inspect Cylinder Return Line
  • Excess Fluid Indicates Need To Repack Cylinder
  • Disassemble The Down Flow Valve. Clean with Compressed Air
  • Change Oil In Reservoir
  • Clean Reservoir Screen & Vent Cap
  • Replace Return Line Filter Element

 

 

Presto Lifts: Understanding AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) Batteries

Posted by on March 28, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts: Understanding AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) Batteries

AGM style batteries are standard on many of Presto Lifts standard products*. These state-of-the-art, deep cycle, lead acid batteries provide a number of benefits.

  • Sealed, Safe and Maintenance-Free: No need to add electrolyte and will not emit gasses during normal recharging. Even if ruptured there is nothing to spill.
  • Low Self Discharge Rate: The battery will remain fully charged for many months before charging is required.
  • Deep Discharge Recovery: Advanced design and composition have greatly improved the batteries ability to recover from excessively deep discharge.
  • Easy Handling: No special handling precautions. AGM batteries are classified as a non-hazardous commodity.
  • High Discharge Rate: Low internal resistance allows discharge currents of up to ten times the rated capacity of the battery.
  • Rugged Construction: The high impact resistance battery cases are made either of non-conductive ABS plastic, polypropylene or styrene. All of these case materials impart great resistance to schlock, vibration, chemicals and heat.
  • Long Service Life: Under normal operating conditions, four or five years dependable service life can be expected in stand-by applications, or between 200-1000 charge/discharge cycles depending on average depth of discharge.

AGM batteries may be discharged over a temperature range of -40 degrees Fahrenheit to +140 degrees Fahrenheit.

 

New From Presto Lifts: P3PH Powered Pallet Positioner

Posted by on March 28, 2014 Comments Off on New From Presto Lifts: P3PH Powered Pallet Positioner

Powered P3PH Powered Pallet PositionerThis operator controlled Presto P3PH-24 fills the need where loads, weights and pallet sizes are not consistent. Using a foot controller, the operator can adjust the pallet height from 8 3/4″ to 33 1/2″ for ergonomic comfort. Like the P3-AA the P3PH-24 features a 43″ diameter ring style turntable, foot control, 6″ x 2″ fork pockets and can be relocated with a fork truck. Power required is 115v single phase. Available in 2,000 and 4,000lb capacity.

Presto Lifts, Understanding NEMA Standards

Posted by on March 26, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts, Understanding NEMA Standards

Here is a little information that Presto Lifts thought would be helpful in understanding NEMA standards.

When equipment is going to be exposed to water special consideration has to be given to the electrical system. The National Electrical Manufacturers’ Association (NEMA) is the US organization that has set protection standards for electrical enclosures and is the equivalent to European IP ratings. An enclosure is a surrounding case constructed to provide a degree of protection to personnel against incidental contact with the enclosed equipment (i.e. transformer, motor starter, relay and pushbutton contacts) and to provide a degree of protection to the enclosed equipment against specific environmental conditions. The following is a brief description of each NEMA type enclosure. NEMA types 1,4 and 12 are the most common types of enclosures used with the Presto Lifts equipment.

  • NEMA 1 GENERAL PURPOSE: These enclosures are suitable for general purpose applications indoors where atmospheric conditions are normal. These enclosures are primarily used to prevent accidental contact of personnel with the enclosed equipment. They also serve as protection against falling dust, but are not dust tight.
  • NEMA 4 WATER TIGHT/DUST TIGHT: These enclosures are intended for indoor or outdoor use to provide protection against windblown dust and rain, splashing water, and hose directed water from any angle, however, they are not submersible. They are suitable for application in dairies, breweries, etc. (WATER WASH DOWN)
  • NEMA 12 DUST TIGHT/DRIP TIGHT: Industrial enclosures intended for use indoors to provide protection against fibers, fillings, lint, dust, dirt, seepage, dripping and external condensation of noncorrosive liquids.

Pallet vs Skid?

Posted by on March 26, 2014 Comments Off on Pallet vs Skid?

Pallet vs Skid, are they trying to lift a Pallet or a Skid? This is still the most common question asked in the Presto Lifts office.

There are two main types of pallet designs: block and stringer. Stringer type pallets are more common. Stringer pallets only allow pallet jacks or forklifts to enter on the ends; they are called 2-way. If the stringers are notched (like a GMA pallet) a fork lift (not a pallet jack) can enter on the sides; this is a partial 4-way.The principle advantage of the block pallet is pallet jacks and forklifts can enter from any side; this is a true 4-way pallet. Skids are open bottom pallets. They are generally less expensive to manufacture and are typically not as durable as a pallet because the stringer is unsupported on the bottom and is more susceptible to damage. Skids are common in certain industries like printing and graphics.

Presto Lifts Modified Lift and Tilt Table

Posted by on March 26, 2014 Comments Off on Presto Lifts Modified Lift and Tilt Table

The dealer was looking for a lift and tilt table with 1500 lbs of capacity, 96″L x 36″D tilt platform, tilting to 30 degrees, to be used in a clean room. Presto Lifts was able to offer a model XLD36-40/WT30-20, with 2000 lbs capacity, 30 degrees of  tilt, 48″W x 84″L lift platform, 42″W x 96″L tilt platform, bellow skirting, food grade hydraulic fluid, and a drip pan for the lift and tilt.