Choosing the Right Vehicle Lift for Your Workshop

When equipping your workshop with the right tools, selecting the perfect vehicle lift is an important decision as it significantly impacts workshop functionality and efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore the differences between the main four vehicle lifts – 2 Post, 4 Post, Scissor Lifts and Commercial Column Lifts to help you make an informed choice based on your workshop’s specific needs. Whether you have space restrictions, are a commercial fleet owner or are even on a budget, we are sure we can guide you in the right direction for your forever workshop lift.

2 Post Lifts – Efficient and Accessible

2 Post Lifts are becoming increasingly popular due to their simplicity and efficiency. This highly sought-after model consists of two upright posts, with each arm lifting the vehicle. 2 Post Lifts are perfect for workshop owners who struggle with limited space. This type of lift also allows easy access with mechanics able to reach vehicle components with ease for regular maintenance and repairs. V-Tech’s 2 Post Lifts stand out as the best on the market due to their exceptional quality, advanced features, and superior performance. Built with precision engineering and durable materials, our 2 Post Lifts are designed to withstand heavy use and provide long-lasting reliability. Browse our range here.

4 Post Lifts – Stability for Larger Vehicles

4 Post Lifts are a great asset for any workshop that usually deals with larger vehicles such as vans and LCV’s. While they require larger floor space due to their 4 arms, they make a suitable lift for workshop owners who require additional storage capacity, as the lift can be used not only to help with easier access to vehicles but to lift vehicles for storage and space needs too. 4 Post Lifts can come in plenty of different lifting capabilities and are thus used for different purposes such as wheel alignment and vehicle maintenance. Our range is huge! By taking a look here, you can view the right lift to suit your requirements and specifications.

Scissor Lifts – Compact Versatility

Scissor Lifts are a staple for many workshops due to their compact design. Whilst they are smaller than most lifts, Scissor Lifts have amazing robustness and durability. They utilise a system of crossed, linked supports resembling a scissors mechanism thus the name. As they are small in size and also hold great power and flexibility, this lift is perfect for anyone seeking an essential lift for various vehicle types. It’s intelligent scissor design allows for the lift to also be collapsed right down, which makes these lifts space efficient. V-Tech holds a wide range available that can be used to lift any vehicle. Take a look here.

Column Lifts – A Commercial Essential

Commercial Column Lifts are heavy-duty lifts designed for the lifting of commercial vehicles such as Buses, Coaches, Lorries, and more. These vertical lifts can come in sets of 4, 6 or 8 depending on your exact needs. At V-Tech our single-column lifts can accept up to 7.5 tonne per column lift therefore you can be guaranteed extreme strength and robustness with our range. Available in cabled or wireless configurations, you can choose to make your column lifts fully mobile allowing you to manoeuvre them around your workshop, inside or out.

Have you managed to decide which lift will suit your workshop needs and requirements? If your still worried about choosing the wrong one, our team are always more than happy to help advise you over the phone too. Call 0208 498 1288 to speak to a member of our team.