A scissor lift relies upon the elongation of a collapsile mechanism to provide vertical elevation in ratio to a rotational or linear input. These devices are widely utilized and are capable of lifting ...

From moving tools around to installing heavy fixtures on walls and ceiling, a scissor-lift platform is a great tool. Commercial versions get a bit expensive, though, so a shop-built scissor lift ...

A good floor jack is about the best upgrade any home mechanic can make. Photo credit: David Traver Adolphus / AutoGuid ...

Like bottle jacks, scissor jacks are not the best tool for long jobs or tasks requiring you to lift the entire vehicle off ...