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Battery-Powered Skid Lifts

Battery Powered Skid Lifts – Ergonomic Electric Lift Tables for Pallet Handling, Assembly & Order Picking 

Battery-powered skid lifts are electrically driven fork-style lifters designed to raise open-bottom pallets and skids to ergonomic working height without manual pumping. An onboard battery powers the hydraulic lift mechanism. The forks engage under the skid or open-bottom pallet, and push-button controls raise or lower the load to the desired working position. Most models lower to approximately 3.3" to 3.6" for floor-level engagement and lift to a maximum of 31" to 31.5".

Six brands are available: Logitrans, Bishamon, Lift Products, Presto-Lifts, Vestil, and Wesco. Capacities range from 2,200 to 3,300 lbs. Standard carbon steel and stainless steel (washdown) configurations are both available.

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♦ Logitrans Battery Powered Thork Skid Lift, up to 31.5" lift height, 3,300 lb capacity to 18.5" / 2,200 lb to 31.5". Electric counterpart to the standard Logitrans HL-Series Thork Skid Lift.

♦ Bishamon Battery Powered Skid Lifts, 3.3" to 32.8" travel range, up to 2,200 lb capacity. Electric fork-style skid lifter from Bishamon.

♦ Lift Products Battery Powered Skid Lifts (MJHLSE series), 3.25" to 32.68" travel, 2,200 lb capacity. Battery-powered counterpart to the Lift Products MJHLS manual skid lift.

♦ Presto-Lifts Battery Powered Skid Lifts, 3.5" to 31.5" travel, 2,200 lb capacity. Electric skid lifter from Presto-Lifts.

♦ Lift Products Battery Powered Skid Lifts (alternate series), 3.25" to 31.5" travel, 2,200 lb capacity. 

♦ Vestil Battery Powered Skid Lift (3,000 lb), 3.5" to 31.5" travel, 3,000 lb capacity. The highest capacity non-stainless electric skid lifter in this lineup.

♦ Vestil Battery Powered Skid Lift (2,500 lb), 3.5" to 31.5" travel, 2,500 lb capacity. Alternate Vestil configuration at 2,500 lb capacity.

♦ Wesco Powered Skid Lifts, 3.3" to 31" travel, up to 3,000 lb capacity. Electric skid lifters from Wesco with multiple fork widths and configuration options.

♦ Lift Products Stainless Steel Electric High Lift Jack, 3.25" to 31.5" travel, 2,200 lb capacity. Stainless steel construction for washdown, food processing, and pharmaceutical environments.

♦ Logitrans Stainless Steel Electric High Lift Jack, 3.5" to 31.5" travel, 3,300 lb capacity to 18.5" / 2,200 lb to 31.5". Stainless steel construction for hygienic environments. Highest capacity stainless electric skid lifter in the lineup.

Where Commonly Used:

♦ High-Cycle Skid and Pallet Handling: distribution and manufacturing operations cycling skids and open-bottom pallets repeatedly throughout a shift, using battery-powered skid lifts to eliminate the repetitive pumping effort of manual skid lifters, maintaining consistent electric lift speed and operator energy across a full shift.

♦ Assembly and Production Parts Staging: production operations stage parts on skids at the assembly position, using battery-powered lifts to bring the skid load to working height quickly between production cycles, without manual pumping effort during high-frequency multi-shift use.

♦ Washdown and Hygienic Environments, food processing, pharmaceutical, and medical device operations requiring corrosion-resistant equipment use the stainless steel models (Lift Products and Logitrans) for electric skid lifting in areas subject to washdown with water and sanitizing agents.

♦ Receiving and Inbound Freight Positioning, receiving departments handling inbound freight on open-bottom skids use battery-powered skid lifts to raise inbound loads to inspection and staging height without powered forklift equipment for skid loads that a standard pallet jack cannot engage.

CustomMHS is an authorized distributor of Logitrans, Bishamon, Lift Products, Presto-Lifts, Vestil, and Wesco products. All purchases include the manufacturer's factory warranty.

Interthor Battery Powered Skid Lifts
Logitrans Battery
Powered Thork Skid Lifts
Up to 31.5" high
3,300 lbs. Capacity
Interthor Battery Powered Skid Lifts		 powered skid lift pallet trucks
Bishamon Powered
Skid Lifts
3.3" to 32.8" Travel
Up to 2,200 lbs. Capacity
skid lift pallet jack		 Lift Products Electric Skid Lift
Lift Products Battery
Powered Skid Lifts
3.25" to 32.68" Travel
2,200 lbs. Capacity
Lift Products Electric Skid Lift
powered skid lift pallet trucks
Presto-Lifts Battery
Powered Skid Lifts
3.5" to 31.5" Travel
2,200 lbs. Capacity
skid lift pallet jack		 Lift Products Maxx-Jack Electric High Lift
Lift Products Battery
Powered Skid Lifts
3.25" to 31.5" Travel
2,200 lbs. Capacity
Lift Products Maxx-Jack Electric High Lift  

Vestil Battery Powered Skid Lift
 Vestil Battery
Powered Skid Lift
3.5" to 31.5" Travel
3,000 lbs. Capacity
vestil high rise lift truck
skid lift
Vestil Battery
Powered Skid Lift
3.5" to 31.5" Travel
2,500 lbs. Capacity
skid lift
 powered skid lift pallet trucks
Wesco Powered
Skid Lifts
3.3" to 31" Travel
Up to 3,000 lbs. Capacity
skid lift pallet jack 		  Lift Products MJHLE-W22-SS Electric High
Lift Products Stainless Steel
Electric High Lift Jack 
3.25" to 31.5" Travel
2,200 lbs. Capacity
Lift Products MJHLE-W22-SS Electric High  
Interthor
Interthor Logitrans Stainless
Electric High Lift Jack 
3.5" to 31.5" Travel
3,300 lbs. Capacity
Lift Products MJHLE-W22-SS Electric High

wesco stainless steel skid lift

Wesco Stainless Steel
Powered Skid Lifts
3.3" to 31" Travel
2,200 lbs. Capacity
skid lift pallet jack

 		  

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is a battery-powered skid lift, and what problem does it solve?
A battery-powered skid lift is an electric lift table designed to raise open-bottom skids and pallets to a comfortable working height. It replaces repeated bending, reaching, and manual lifting that slow teams down and fatigue workers. Keeping the load where hands naturally work helps reduce strain and makes tasks feel smoother and more controlled. It is especially useful when a forklift is impractical due to frequent height changes.
Which jobs and environments are the best fit for these lifts?
These lifts are ideal wherever people repeatedly access palletized goods throughout a shift, such as order picking, packing, kitting, assembly, and staging. They are a strong fit for production lines where materials need to stay within easy reach as work progresses. Because they run on battery power, they work well indoors without adding fumes and with minimal noise. If your workflow requires frequent, precise height adjustments, this category is built for that.
How do skid lifts improve ergonomics and day-to-day productivity?
When loads stay at a consistent working height, operators spend less time repositioning their bodies and more time completing tasks. That reduction in awkward postures can lower fatigue and help teams stay steady and accurate over long shifts. Controlled electric lifting also supports gentler handling, reducing product scuffs, drops, and rework. The result is a cleaner flow, with work remaining predictable from start to finish.
What should I look for when choosing the right skid lift for my operation?
Start with your typical load type, footprint, and whether you are handling open-bottom skids, pallets, or both. Then consider aisle space, turning requirements, and where the lift will be used most, such as in tight pick paths or a fixed packing area. Battery runtime expectations and charging habits matter too, since the best lift is the one that stays available during the shift. Finally, match the lift to your process steps so the working height range fits how your team actually builds, packs, or picks.
How do these lifts support safer handling and more consistent results?
Raising the work to the operator reduces the temptation to rush with unsafe lifting motions. Smooth, controlled elevation makes it easier to keep products stable and aligned while loading, unloading, or assembling. That consistency can translate into fewer handling mistakes and less damage during repetitive tasks. Over time, workflows tend to become more standardized because the lift keeps the work position repeatable.
Why purchase your battery-powered skid lift from us?
We do the upfront work to help you select the right lift for your specific application, rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all option. You get access to a broad range of proven brands and configurations, so you can match the lift to your facility constraints and process needs. We also make buying straightforward with responsive quoting, practical delivery guidance, and support that stays helpful after the order is placed. If you want an ergonomic upgrade that actually fits your operation, we focus on getting the details right the first time.
Is the manufacturer’s warranty included with my purchase?
Yes. All products sold on CustomMHS.com include the original manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted. Custom MHS is an authorized dealer for the brands we carry, which means your purchase is covered by the manufacturer's full factory warranty.
Do you ship nationwide?
Yes. We ship throughout the United States and Canada using trusted freight partners experienced in handling industrial equipment. Our team coordinates shipping details to ensure safe and efficient delivery.

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