Description
Enhance Workplace Safety and Equipment Longevity with Lift Table Bellows
The Operational Risks of Exposed Lift Mechanisms
Scissor lift tables are essential for ergonomic material handling, but their exposed moving parts present significant safety and maintenance challenges. The "scissor" action creates high-pressure pinch points that pose a constant risk of injury to operators and bystanders. Furthermore, in industrial environments, the internal hydraulic rams and mechanical linkages are vulnerable to falling debris, dust, and discarded hardware. When contaminants infiltrate the mechanism, they can cause premature wear on bearings, damage hydraulic seals, and lead to sudden mechanical failure, resulting in expensive repairs and critical operational downtime.
Industrial-Grade Protection and Pinch-Point Shielding
Our lift table bellows provide a rugged, professional-grade solution designed to encapsulate the lifting mechanism and protect your personnel. Manufactured from high-tensile, reinforced PVC or specialized flame-retardant materials, these pleated skirts act as a physical barrier that expands and contracts seamlessly with the table's movement. Each bellows system is precision-tailored to the specific footprint and vertical travel of your equipment, ensuring a consistent seal that prevents foreign objects from entering the scissor area. The durable construction is engineered to withstand the rigors of high-cycle industrial use while remaining resistant to oils, greases, and common workshop chemicals.
Strategic Benefits of Custom Bellows Enclosures
- Comprehensive Pinch-Point Protection: Eliminating dangerous shear points and preventing feet or hands from entering the mechanism, helping facilities meet strict health and safety compliance standards.
- Advanced Contaminant Exclusion: Shielding hydraulic cylinders and mechanical tracks from dust, debris, and manufacturing by-products, significantly extending the service life of the equipment.
- Reduced Maintenance Overhead: Keeping the internal components clean and lubricated, which reduces the frequency of cleaning and prevents the "gritty" buildup that leads to mechanical seizing.
- Clean and Professional Appearance: Providing a sleek, uniform look that hides the internal machinery and improves the overall aesthetic of the workstation or production floor.
Lift Table Skirts are a long-standing solution for providing protection to dangerous scissor arms. AKON provides these lift table guards to manufacturing plants all over the world. The AKON industrial lift table skirts are made from heavy-duty 22-ounce fire retardant vinyl. The lift table skirting protects operators from the hazardous pinch points inside of scissor lift tables. The lift table guarding is quick to install, and it is available in almost any size.
Specifications
- Construction: Stitched
- Material: 22oz Vinyl
- Fold Depth: 38 mm, 51 mm, 76 mm
- Colour: Black and Yellow
- Rib Structure: Optional stiffening wires
- Mounting: None, Velcro, Flat Steel Bar For Bolt on
Lead Time | Warranty
- Ships in 7–10 work days
- Ships UPS or FedEx parcel - Free Shipping
- Skirting - 5 year warranty on manufacturing defects
- Hardware - Lifetime warranty on manufacturing defects
Common Questions
Lift Table Bellows — Frequently Asked Questions
Do you make lift table bellows to my exact size?
Yes. Every lift table bellow is custom-built to your exact width, length, and height. Simply enter your dimensions and we will fabricate a perfectly fitted skirt for your table.
What material do you use?
We use an extremely durable 22oz industrial vinyl — one of the thickest materials available. It is abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant, and ideal for harsh industrial environments.
Are these bellows safe for indoor and outdoor use?
Yes. The vinyl material is fully rated for both indoor and outdoor applications, including facilities exposed to moisture, dust, oil, or outdoor weather.
Will the bellows protect workers from hazardous scissor arms?
Absolutely. Lift table bellows act as a physical barrier to prevent accidental contact with moving scissor arms, greatly reducing workplace injuries.
Can the bellows be installed on existing lift tables?
Yes. Our skirts can be installed on both new lift tables and existing equipment already in service. Simply provide your measurements and we fabricate the matching size.
How do the bellows attach to the lift table?
Standard attachment hardware includes mounting plates, clips, or Velcro-style fastening depending on your table design. All hardware carries a lifetime warranty.
How durable is the 22oz vinyl material?
The 22oz vinyl is extremely tough — resistant to chemicals, oils, impacts, and continuous motion. It is commonly used in industrial and manufacturing facilities worldwide.
Can the bellows withstand harsh environments?
Yes. They are engineered for the harshest conditions, including heavy debris, moisture, welding sparks, grit, and high traffic factory environments.
What colors are available?
Most customers choose industrial yellow or black, but additional colors may be available upon request. Color selection can help improve visibility and safety.
What is the lead time?
Fabrication typically takes 10–12 work days. Each skirt is made-to-order, ensuring proper fit and high-quality construction.
How do I measure my lift table for bellows?
Measure the full width, full length, and required extended height of your lift table. Also indicate whether the fold location is internal or external to the scissor mechanism.
Are replacement bellows available?
Yes. We supply replacement skirts for nearly any lift table model. Because we manufacture custom sizes, exact OEM references are not required — just your measurements.
Can you build bellows with custom features?
Yes. We can include special mounting methods, reinforced corners, increased ply thickness, or unique geometries for unusual table designs.
What kind of warranty comes with the bellows?
Hardware includes a lifetime warranty. The vinyl material is engineered for years of dependable use under demanding production conditions.
Do you offer bulk pricing for multiple lift tables?
Yes. Facilities with multiple lift tables or large industrial installations can receive volume pricing upon request.