In aerial work, wheel-type and crawler-type scissor lift platforms require distinct pre-use environmental inspections due to their chassis design differences. Combining the characteristics of equipment with and without automatic leveling functions, Ant's technical team has summarized key inspection points to help users quickly complete safety pre-checks and enhance operational efficiency.

I. Wheel-Type Scissor Lifts (with/without Automatic Leveling)

Core Characteristics:Tire-driven, suitable for hardened surfaces/indoor scenarios, offering flexible mobility but with high requirements for ground flatness.

1 Wheel-Type Platforms Without Automatic Leveling: Basic Ground and Tire Condition Checks

Ground Conditions

Ensure the work area is flat and solid, free of significant potholes, standing water, or oil spills, to prevent equipment sinking on soft ground. When operating in narrow passages, leave ample turning space to avoid tire collisions with obstacles.

Tire Inspection

Visually inspect tires for cracks or damage, ensuring even tread wear. Test the flexibility of steering wheels to ensure no jamming or abnormal shaking, guaranteeing smooth movement.

2 Wheel-Type Platforms with Automatic Leveling: System Function and Coordination Verification

Leveling System Test

Activate the automatic leveling function after starting the equipment and observe if the platform quickly levels. Check that the surface of the inclination sensor is clean and unobstructed to ensure proper signal reception.

Function Coordination Check

When lifting or lowering the platform, ensure even tire loading without unilateral suspension or unusual noises. In low-temperature environments, briefly run the equipment before operation to preheat the hydraulic system and ensure responsive leveling.

II. Crawler-Type Scissor Lifts (with/without Automatic Leveling)

Core Characteristics:Crawler-driven, adapted to complex terrains like mud, gravel, or grass, with a focus on track-ground contact conditions.

1 Crawler-Type Platforms Without Automatic Leveling: Track and Terrain Adaptation Checks

Track System

Check that track tension is moderate (manual pressure on the track midpoint should show no excessive sagging or tightness). Ensure track plates are free of cracks or delamination, and clear large debris from the treads to maintain smooth movement.

Terrain Preparation

Remove large stones and sharp objects from the work area to prevent track damage. On soft ground, ensure uniform track grounding with no significant risk of subsidence.

2 Crawler-Type Platforms with Automatic Leveling: Extreme Terrain and System Redundancy Checks

Leveling Range Verification

Activate leveling on uneven ground and ensure the platform achieves horizontal calibration within a reasonable time. When exceeding the equipment’s slope tolerance, confirm that the alarm system triggers and prohibit operation.

Complex Condition Adaptation

Monitor smooth coordination between tracks and the leveling system during climbing or turning, with no drifting or abnormal vibration. After operation, promptly clean mud and sand from tracks and sensor surfaces to maintain equipment performance.

III. Universal Pre-Check Items: Safety Standards for All Equipment Types

Inspection Dimensions

Safety Devices: Ensure guardrails, emergency stop buttons, and overload protection function properly; verify that operation handles are flexible without jamming. For automatic leveling equipment, confirm the leveling fault alarm activates and stops the equipment promptly in case of anomalies.

Hydraulic System: Check oil level is normal, pipes are leak-free, and filters are clean without blockage. For leveling-equipped models, ensure no abnormal noises or pressure fluctuations in the hydraulic circuit.

Electrical System: Confirm good battery/fuel status, secure wiring connections, and no oxidation or poor contact in plugs. For automatic leveling models, ensure stable power supply to the controller with no frequent restarts or signal issues.

IV. Scenario-Based Application Recommendations

Wheel-Type Platforms: Prioritize controlled environments like indoor factories or hardened surfaces.

Without leveling: Suitable for low-load, short-distance operations; focus on ground flatness and tire integrity.

With leveling: Ideal for mildly uneven surfaces (e.g., small cracks, gentle slopes), leveraging automatic calibration for efficiency.

Crawler-Type Platforms: Best for complex terrains like wilderness, mud, or gravel.

Without leveling: Suited for grasslands or low-bearing capacity ground; clear obstacles and check for track jams before use.

With leveling: Excels on steep or uneven terrain, using the leveling system to maintain stability and reduce manual adjustment.

Ant Technical Team Reminder: "For any equipment, the core of environmental inspection lies in 'observation and prediction'—identifying potential risks in advance ensures safe and efficient operations." Users are advised to focus on ground conditions, walking mechanism status, and safety device functionality based on equipment models and actual scenarios, avoiding over-reliance on specific parameters to adapt flexibly to different conditions.

Safety Begins with Pre-Inspection, Efficiency Through Adaptation—Ant supports safe and smooth start-ups for every aerial work operation.