Scissor Lift Showdown: A Battle of Height and Might

Welcome to our elevated face-off where scissor lifts go head-to-head at our Arhaus Furniture project in Boulder, CO! This week, we went all out and put not two, not three, but four scissor lifts to the test, assessing them for safety, strength, speed, and overall sturdiness. Oh, and we couldn't resist peeking at their price tags and weights too.

Our journey kicked off with the formidable JLG 19' 32in Width Electric ES Series Scissor Lift. Weighing in at a solid 3,353 LBS and priced at $15,995, this powerhouse boasted a plethora of safety features. However, with so much emphasis on safety, we found ourselves teetering on the brink of reduced productivity. Plus, those extra frills like USB ports for gadget charging felt a tad overboard—do we really need more distractions on the job site?

Next up, we strapped in for a ride on the Skyjack 19' 500 lbs DC Electric Scissor Lift with E-Drive. Priced at $14,495 and weighing 3,255 lbs, this bad boy stole our hearts with its Herculean strength and lightning speed. It breezed through heavy loads like a champ and zoomed around the project site with ease, thanks to its impressive grade-ability and trusty non-marking tires. One downside, it's the only lift in our lineup with roots tracing back to the land of dragons and dumplings—China!

Then came the Genie 19' 30in Width Electric Scissor Lift with E-Drive, tipping the scales at 3,209 lbs and priced at $15,495. Neck and neck with the Skyjack in speed, but a safety override dampened our spirits when had the unit slightly overloaded. On the bright side, its on-board diagnostics proved handy for quick fixes on the fly.

Last but not least, we delved into the MEC 19 Ft. Micro Electric Scissor Lift with Leak Containment System. Weighing a feather-light 2,730 lbs and costing $15,595, this nimble contender may have been the runt of the litter weight wise, but boy, did it pack a punch in strength! Sure, it lagged behind in the speed department, but its integrated LCS kept critical functions running smoothly without a hitch.

And the winner of our scissor lift showdown? Drumroll, please! It's none other than the Skyjack! With its need for speed, hefty weight capacity, and wallet-friendly price tag, it soared above the competition. Don't miss out on the next tech triumph—hit that like and subscribe button, and let's elevate together! 🚀

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