faqs about wall mounted rack & pinion jacks
What is a rack and pinion jack?
What is a rack and pinion jack?
A rack and pinion jack is a mechanical lifting jack that uses a gear rack and pinion system (often referred to as a gear rack drive) to lift, lower, pull or push loads with high precision and manual control.
What load capacities are available for wall mounted rack and pinion jacks?
What load capacities are available for wall mounted rack and pinion jacks?
Capacities generally range from 300 kg up to 10 000 kg, allowing these jacks to handle both light and heavy load applications depending on the rack length and model.
Are wall mounted rack and pinion jacks compliant with UK regulations?
Are wall mounted rack and pinion jacks compliant with UK regulations?
Yes. All wall mounted gear rack jacks supplied are CE/UKCA marked and include certification to demonstrate compliance with relevant UK safety standards for manual lifting gear, including LOLER and PUWER.
How long does delivery take for a wall mounted rack and pinion jack?
How long does delivery take for a wall mounted rack and pinion jack?
Standard delivery time is 1 to 2 working days. For custom or urgent orders and delivery updates, please contact our team.
What should I do if a rack gear shows signs of wear?
What should I do if a rack gear shows signs of wear?
If wear, pitting or tooth damage is detected, take the jack out of service and have it inspected by a competent person, as worn gears compromise load control.
Is the gear rack an effective alternative to hydraulic lifting systems?
Is the gear rack an effective alternative to hydraulic lifting systems?
For many applications, yes, especially where manual, controlled movement is preferred over powered lifting. A gear rack system provides precision and reliability without hydraulic maintenance.