Truck and Track Summer 2025 www.truckandtrack.com 60 Mobile column lifts have been revolutionary for fleets and workshops, giving them new levels of flexibility and spacesaving options. But with new tech and advanced models, the range of column lifts has expanded. And for businesses taking their first steps into mobile lifts, choosing the right model isn’t always simple. Here’s what you need to know about the different types of mobile column lift — and the types of workshops that need them most: Cabled mobile column lifts Good for: ■ Constant use ■ Zero downtime ■ Workshops with plenty of space This cabled design (like our T8AC model) uses a permanent power source, with interconnected cables to link the columns into a set of lifts. That means no batteries, no charging and no wireless sync when you’re setting up a new lifting station. It’s a great option for any workshop that needs all-day lifting without interruption. When demands are high with a backlog of vehicles, you can keep the queue moving with zero downtime — so your throughput stays high and your teams are efficient. Lifting capacity (per column) 7,500kg Max lifting capacity 60,000kg Number of columns 4 / 6 / 8 Wheel sizes 700mm – 1400mm diameter Power source Wired But because of the permanent cables, you’ll need to think about space: With cables on the ground, you need a workshop layout that allows extra safe space around the lifting area to reduce the risk of slips and trips from staff working nearby. So if you’re running a workshop that’s tight on space — where your workstations are close together and there’s foot traffic passing through — a cabled mobile column lift might not be the best choice. Cable-free column lifts Good for: ■ High uptime ■ Tight floor layouts ■ Smaller workshops This cable-free design (like our T8DC model) uses radio Mobile Column Lifts: The Buyer’s Guide WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT
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