RentalYard Scissor Lifts Blog Archive

    A Look At Skyjack’s Micro XStep Accessory For SJ3213 Micro & SJ3219 Micro Scissor Lifts
    Posted On: October 28, 2024
    Skyjack’s micro XStep accessory gives SJ3213 micro and SJ3219 micro scissor lift users a 19-inch boost in working height in confined spaces. ...
    JLG ES4046 Electric Slab Scissor Lift Reaches 39 Feet High, 28.5 Feet Indoors
    Posted On: May 17, 2024
    JLG’s ES4046 electric scissor lift has the highest lift in the all-electric ES Series, with fewer hydraulic hoses and fittings and about 40% more duty cycles. ...
    Skyjack Replaces Hydraulic Drive With AC Electric Drive Motors In New E-Drive DC Scissor Lifts
    Posted On: September 5, 2023
    “A longer run time per charge and fewer lifetime charge cycles mean our customers will find they spend less on batteries over the life of the machine and that is just one of many benefits,” says Skyjack’s Corey Connolly. ...
    Snorkel Introduces 3 Compact Electric-Drive Slab Scissor Lifts At ConExpo
    Posted On: March 21, 2023
    The new electric-drive S3013 Mini, S3219 Plus, and S3220 Mini can all fit through a 36-inch-wide doorway. ...
    Snorkel Introduces S3013E Mini Electric Scissor Lift
    Posted On: March 3, 2023
    The all-electric 19-foot scissor lift is well-suited to working indoors and out, and has a 600-pound lift capacity. ...
    JLG Introduces New ES2646 & R2646 Electric Indoor/Outdoor Scissor Lifts
    Posted On: February 16, 2022
    The lifts offer an unrestricted platform capacity of 1,200 pounds, which JLG says leads their class. ...
    Hy-Brid Lifts Goes Pink At ARA
    Posted On: November 12, 2021
    Hy-Brid Lifts, a leader in the access industry, announces a successful first trade show since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
    JLG Introduces 4069 & 4769 Rough-Terrain Scissor Lifts With Hydrostatic Drive Or AC Electric Drive
    Posted On: July 21, 2021
    The new lifts provide a wealth of safety information through JLG’s LiftSense technology, and they can be fully stowed with rails collapsed for maneuvering in tight spaces in three minutes or less. ...
    Snorkel Expands Lithium-Ion Battery-Powered Lineup With 5 New Rough-Terrain Scissor Lifts
    Posted On: July 16, 2021
    Snorkel’s newest rough-terrain scissor lifts are lithium-ion battery-powered models designed for challenging outdoor conditions as well as quiet indoor environments. ...
    Genie Presents New GS-1432m & GS-1932m Micro Scissor Lifts For Low-Level Access That’s Safer Than A Ladder
    Posted On: May 18, 2021
    The new, rental-ready lifts are light enough for use in multi-story buildings, are rated for two workers, and can lift up to 500 pounds. ...
    JLG Updates Its Large Rough Terrain Scissor Lifts With New, More Descriptive Model Names
    Posted On: March 17, 2021
    The new names begin with “RT” for “rough terrain,” followed by a two-digit number for each lift’s maximum platform height in feet and two more digits denoting the machine’s approximate overall width in inches. ...
    Skyjack Goes Big (And Small) As It Launches New, Improved Lifts
    Posted On: March 9, 2021
    The new models include Skyjack’s first pair of micro scissor lifts, a full-sized rough-terrain scissor lift, a 20-foot vertical mast personnel lift, and new 40- and 60-ft boom lifts. ...
    JLG Announces New Rough-Terrain & All-Electric Scissor Lifts At CONEXPO
    Posted On: March 12, 2020
    The lift manufacturer unveiled several new products, including the all-electric Davinci, the diesel-powered rough-terrain RT4769, and the battery-powered rough-terrain ERT4769. ...
    Snorkel Displays 'World’s Largest Self-Propelled Boom Lift' & Other Lifts At CONEXPO
    Posted On: March 11, 2020
    The lift manufacturer’s newest telescopic boom lift (which offers a working height of more than 210 feet) headlines its offerings, which also include the S9070RT-HC “mega scissor” rough-terrain scissor lift. ...
    Snorkel Displays Low Step-In Scissor Lift, Pressure Washer & Engine Options At ARA Show
    Posted On: February 11, 2020
    The new S3019E electric scissor lift completely stows its scissor stack inside its chassis when its platform is lowered, giving it a step-in height of just 22 inches. ...
    Snorkel’s Rough-Terrain Lift Equipment Showcased At World Of Concrete & Ready For Tough Jobsite Conditions
    Posted On: February 6, 2020
    The company’s rough-terrain telehandlers and scissor lifts are on display through tomorrow (February 7) at the show in Las Vegas. ...
    Snorkel Gives Away Two S3010P Scissor Lifts At CRA Rental Rally
    Posted On: February 5, 2020
    The mini scissor lifts can lift 430 pounds to a working height of 15 feet, 10 inches; Snorkel says they are well-suited to facility maintenance and various jobs around construction sites. ...
    Snorkel Introduces Low-Stow & Narrow Scissor Lifts At CRA Rental Rally Show
    Posted On: January 24, 2020
    The new scissor lift is just one of a dozen products the lift manufacturer displayed at the California Rental Association’s equipment and party rental trade show. ...
    Skyjack To Bring Next-Gen Scissor Lifts & Talk Product Updates At The ARA Show
    Posted On: January 17, 2020
    President Ken McDougall says his company’s focus at the show will be its products’ compliance with new ANSI standards and steps they’ve taken to mitigate the resulting cost increases. ...
    Genie To Build 1000th GS-1330m Scissor Lift In China Within The Next Two Months
    Posted On: August 6, 2019
    The lift manufacturer just released the GS-1330m earlier this year, and says it has reached this milestone thanks to high international demand and the Changzhou facility’s ability to quickly ramp up production. ...
    Genie Launches High-Reach GS-4655 Slab Scissor Lift
    Posted On: April 18, 2019
    Genie’s new GS-4655 is a slab scissor lift with a high working height, a powerful lift capacity, and compact dimensions. ...
    Skyjack Showcases SJ9253 RT & SJ4740 Rough-Terrain & DC Electric Scissor Lift Models At Bauma
    Posted On: April 15, 2019
    The company showed off a model from its redesigned rough-terrain scissor lift range and another from a planned series of next-generation electric scissor lifts at the show in Munich. ...
    Terex AWP To Launch New Genie GS-4655 At bauma In April
    Posted On: March 27, 2019
    The new electric slab scissor lift is designed to provide eco-friendly jobsite performance, both indoors and out. ...
    Skyjack Previews New, Bigger Scissor Lifts At The Rental Show
    Posted On: March 4, 2019
    Skyjack’s new range of rough-terrain scissor lifts will replace the manufacturer’s current 88-inch (2.2-meter) and 92-inch (2.3-meter) models. ...
    Lift-Maker Snorkel Showcases Three New Machines
    Posted On: March 4, 2019
    Snorkel’s new products in the spotlight are the S2755RT scissor lift, the SR1054 telehandler, and the 400S telescopic boom lift. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency
    Posted 5/1/2026
    The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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    Smart Farm Machinery Sales Strategies Start With Sandhills Ag Platforms
    Posted 4/28/2026
    These powerhouse platforms, including TractorHouse, MarketBook, and SpecialtyCropEQ, reach a global audience and provide the tools and advertising options to set sellers up for success. ...
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    Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices
    Posted 4/6/2026
    According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...
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    When To Rent vs. When To Buy Heavy Equipment In 2026
    Posted 3/25/2026
    Financing conditions, utilization, machine availability, your job backlog, economic conditions, and cash flow—RentalYard and Machinery Trader help contractors decide whether to rent or buy heavy equipment in 2026. ...
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