Simplex hydraulic jacks are some of the market’s most popular and reliable jacks. They’re known for their affordability, durability, and easy-to-use design.
Have you ever considered having a heavy-duty lifting tool for your lifting needs? Read more to know the specific details on what type of hydraulic jack is for your specific lifting needs.
What is a Hydraulic Jack?
A hydraulic jack, also known as a hydraulic cylinder or a bottle jack, is a tool for lifting heavy objects using hydraulic pressure. The device uses pressure from pumped fluid to move a piston and lift the object.
Applications Of Hydraulic Jacks
While hydraulic jacks offer convenient and effective lifting power, they must always be used cautiously to prevent accidents. Whether a professional mechanic or a do-it-yourselfer, a Simplex jack is an excellent choice for your heavy-duty lifting needs.
Hydraulic jacks are commonly found in automotive garages and construction sites, but they can also be found in more unexpected places, such as dental offices, where they are used to lift patient chairs. They come in various shapes and sizes, with capabilities ranging from lifting small loads to extremely heavy loads of several tons.
Using hydraulic fluid, these jacks can lift vehicles or heavy machinery with a small amount of force applied by the user. Hydraulic jacks can lift 10 tons or more with ease.
Different Types Of Simplex Hydraulic Jacks
There are a few things to consider when purchasing a Simplex jack. Decide what capacity you need. Simplex makes jacks ranging from 2-ton to 100-ton capacities. Also, decide what type of jack you need.
Simplex offers these heavy-duty hydraulic jacks:
Hydraulic Heavy-Duty Toe Jacks
Hydraulic Hand Jacks
Consider what features are important to you. Here are the features of each jack that you need to know:
Hydraulic Heavy-Duty Toe Jacks
When it comes to heavy lifting, hydraulic heavy-duty toe jacks are the go-to choice for many industries. These self-contained models offer maximum versatility and can fit into tight clearances thanks to their low toe heights.
It also requires less handling effort for easy operation and has a lower weight to prevent back injuries. Simplex toe jacks come equipped with swivel sockets for access in confined spaces and often include lever bars for added convenience. Overall, simplex hydraulic heavy-duty toe jacks provide the perfect solution for easily lifting heavy loads.
Hydraulic Hand Jacks
A hand jack is a tool used for lifting and lowering heavy objects. It has a small build but is a mighty lifting tool. Its compact design makes it perfect for use in tight spaces, while its rugged steel construction can handle up to 100 tons of weight.
The large base provides stability, and the multiple-tooth pawls give you peace of mind knowing your load is secure.
Its high-strength beam and pump linkage ensure long-term durability. A safety relief valve prevents overload, while all models also have over-travel protection to avoid damage to the object being lifted.
Each simplex hand jack also includes a lever bar for easy operation. Whether moving heavy equipment or rearranging furniture, a Simplex hand jack can make the task easier and safer.
Simplex offers not only hydraulic jacks but also air jacks and mechanical jacks.
Lifting Jacks
A lifting jack, also known as an airbag or airlifting jack, is used to lift heavy objects using compressed air. These jacks come in a wide variety of safety controllers and can lift single or multiple bag systems. They are also lightweight, easy to set up and operate on standard shop air up to 116 psi. With 11 models available, the lifting capacity ranges from 1.1 to 74.1 tons.
Simplex Air lifting jacks provide a safe and efficient way to lift heavy objects in industrial settings.
You can’t go wrong with a Simplex jack
Simplex hydraulic jacks are used in various industries, from automotive repair to construction. If you need a high-quality hydraulic jack, look no further than Metro Hydraulic. We carry a wide selection of hydraulic jacks, perfect for any application. Contact us today, and let us help you find the ideal hydraulic jack for your needs.
Hydraulic jacks simplify the movement of large or heavy items. The jack’s hydraulic system multiplies a worker’s efforts, enabling one person to successfully lift and maneuver heavy loads with little physical strain. Jacks are also used to suspend heavy objects in midair to provide maintenance access with minimal exertion on the operator’s part.
Though they’re built to be tough, hydraulic jacks can sustain damage from heavy use, improper maintenance, environmental elements, and other factors that compromise their ability to perform. Regular hydraulic jack repair and/or maintenance mitigates the damage caused by these issues by identifying signs of damage early and allowing for fast correction of any problems. This is especially crucial for older jacks that have been operational for many years.
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For any job, in any industry, choosing the right tools to work with is crucial for ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe operations. In the automotive industry, professional and amateur mechanics alike often struggle with determining whether to use a floor jack or a bottle jack for repairs. One offers stability, ease of use, and high speed, while the other provides optimal power and a compact size.
A jack is a versatile tool that uses force to lift heavy loads. Screw threads and hydraulic cylinders are the primary mechanisms with which force is applied; therefore, jacks fall under the categories of mechanical or hydraulic.
It’s obvious that we know a thing or two about hydraulic jacks at Metro Hydraulic Jack Co.; they’re the basis of our business. Most people have an idea of what jacks are, but there is a lot that goes into these load bearing tools.
When people think of jacks, most often mechanical jacks would come to mind. This category of jacks most notably covers car jacks as well as house jacks. Hydraulic jacks like bottle jacks and floor jacks on the other hand, are used to lift loads that are even heavier.
Hydraulic jacks use multiple cylinders to create pressure by applying force. By putting force on one cylinder, it will create pressure in all connected cylinders. These jacks will have one cylinder larger than the other to produce a greater force, despite the fact that the same pressure is applied in both cylinders.
Using this method, oil is pushed into the two cylinders by pump plungers. This moves the oil through an external discharge check valve before it reaches the cylinder chamber. The valve on the chamber closes to build pressure in the cylinder.
There are several types hydraulic of jacks used for different applications. Bottle jacks are most popularly used for lifting cars for auto inspections, and floor jacks are used to lift items that need a larger lifting pad. Despite their differences, these, along with other varieties of hydraulic jacks all function with the same basic structure.
For over 70 years, Metro Hydraulic Jack Company, a third-generation, family-owned and operated business, has been providing industrial hydraulic parts and equipment services to commercial, automotive, marine, refuse, and construction industries.
As a leading U.S. sales and service center, we provide an unmatched customer experience and create long-lasting professional relationships with our clients.
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