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The revolutionary BendPak Autostacker™ A6S parking lift is a reflection of our continuing commitment to design and deliver innovative vehicle storage solutions that offer only the highest value to our customers. This 6,000 lb capacity space-saving design means you can now stack one vehicle above another in the same space typically required for a single parking stall. With the strength to handle loads up to 6,000 pounds and a footprint considerably smaller than other mechanical parking systems, the A6S delivers more parking capability per square inch than any other lift in its class. Despite the Autostacker's overall compact design, it provides a generous 80" of underside clearance. Benefiting from the knowledge of BendPak's vast automotive experience, Autostacker has applied many of the same technologies to its family of commercial vehicle parking systems. Thanks to Autostacker's auto-synchronizing power system and simple operator controls, more versatility and greater reliability are achieved.
Only the Autostacker offers your operation the flexibility of using a compact, vertical lifting platform to double your car or truck parking capability literally overnight, either indoors or outside. Our innovative design uses tandem direct-drive hydraulic cylinders that are smartly concealed within paired scissors structures that act as the lifting muscle for the full-length galvanized platform. Every Autostacker that rolls off our assembly line incorporates materials and operating components that are of the highest quality, skillfully designed to match our pedigree for ruggedness and dependability. Combined with BendPak's tradition of rugged and reliable construction and the Autostacker's innovative engineering, it's easy to see why Autostacker is America's premier provider of vehicle storage solutions.
As the costs of commercial and residential development increase, gaining additional parking spaces in the same useable space provides instant value. Autostacker mechanical parking systems are designed to increase parking density and cut costs over traditional parking methods.
There are, of course, other ways to add parking spaces. In-ground parking requires a construction crew to excavate into a conventional basement, which is extremely costly and difficult, not to mention messy. If you need to dig down or add levels to existing parking areas, you're looking at costs ranging from $35,000 to $50,000 per stall.
When using Autostacker parking systems, you'll find that you are able to store vehicles in a much tighter space than typically required for individual parking units. A normal parking stall requires around 300 – 350 square feet for the stall, plus a moderate amount of clearance for drive aisles. Autostacker's floor space requirement is just 200 square feet, and again, that delivers you two spaces, not just the one.
The operator power console features simple ergonomic controls that are crafted with the user's well-being in mind. A dependable hydraulic drive system provides reliable power that requires very little service and maintenance over time. The 110V, 50/60HZ, 1-Phase motor makes installation convenient in both residential and commercial settings.
Tandem drive cylinders, combined with an intelligent hydraulic circuit, balance the hydraulic pressure accurately between the twin lifting cylinders for precise, equalized lifting of the platform. Removable covers provide easy access for simple routine maintenance and service. With rapid rise and descent speeds delivered through a dependable hydraulic circuit, your vehicle is elevated smoothly and an added parking space is instantly created. No more parking outdoors or cramming into undesirable parking spaces. It's just that easy.
Our promise to deliver a safe parking lift is the most important commitment we make in order to earn your trust and ensure your absolute satisfaction. As part of our commitment to operator care, we incorporate the highest level of security features into every lift we build. Our standard power console features include the following: key-switch disconnect provides an additional measure of security against operator tampering; emergency stop button disables lift at any time; warning light and audible alarm indicate when the lift is in operation; automatic safety latches and locking systems that engage continuously as the lift rises; lowering systems that require two-hand operation; ergonomic placement of operator controls; and of course, all control systems are within safe reach for easy shut-off when the lift is in use.
The waist-height control panel also includes full-faced, simple-to-read instructions with pictographs that outline easy set-up and operation, including descriptive safety and operator warnings. From its secure key-lock safety switch and easy to understand operator controls and its smart control layout, operators will be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to safely operate. Hydraulic safety valves (velocity fuses) prevent sudden, unexpected platform collapse in the unlikely event of hydraulic system failure. UL Listed electrical components meet National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
Autostacker provides helpful manuals and publications that are made available through your Autostacker dealer. Maintenance and parts manuals, as well as operator manuals, can be ordered using the serial number found on your lift. If you have never used a mechanical parking system or would like details about providing a training program for your work or commercial business, ask your Autostacker dealer about training options.
Automatic locks are essential to safety. This goes for any car lift type, but new challenges are presented by Autostacker's fully collapsible frame. We devised five lock stops, placed along the base of each side of the lift. As the scissor arms rise, a lock mechanism glides over the stops. Simply descend the lift until both traveling locks (one on each arm) simultaneously engage the desired lock stop. This provides variable height parking that accommodates a wide range of vehicle and ceiling heights, ranging from 52.5" at the lowest position to 81.25" at the highest.
The five distinct locking heights give you ultimate flexibility to park vehicles of various sizes and work within different ceiling clearances:
Consider how Autostacker's small footprint and virtually flush base frame design allows for tighter turning and increased maneuverability making vehicle positioning on and under the lift a whole lot easier. Unlike other surface mounted parking lifts with multiple columns, elevated outrigger tubes and large equalizing bars, only the Autostacker with none of these hindering elements allows for precise vehicle maneuvering in even the most confined areas of your garage space or operation.
The versatility of the Autostacker car parking system makes it the right lift for several reasons. To start with, it is ready to tackle demanding indoor or outdoor use even on asphalt surfaces and it offers the perfect solution for safely storing cars, trucks and SUVs inside your garage or vehicle storage facility. And if that weren't enough, these rugged auto parking lifts increase the value of your property. When you realize just how many ways the innovative and truly unique Autostacker can benefit your operation, you'll discover the true value that only Autostacker can provide. Only the Autostacker gives you two spaces in one for less than any other comparable option.
Because it is smartly designed using a simple and commercially tested hydraulic power system, it not only delivers a smooth and more controlled operation, but it dramatically decreases the amount of maintenance and service costs that plague typical mechanically operated systems with chains, cables and complicated electronics. When you combine these benefits with the Autostacker's optional master power unit capable of powering up to ten lifts on a single motor, this will likely be the most versatile parking lift you'll soon come to love.
Want the ultimate in security against vandalism and vehicle theft? Park your car almost eight feet in the air! Many of our clients appreciate the added value of parking their car up and out of the way, clear of everyday threats and chance occurrences that plague defenseless cars left idle in their surroundings. Maybe you're one who adores cats but hates finding unsightly paw prints all over your car; maybe unruly animals are treating your sparkling clean wheels as their own personal urinal; perhaps your car has taken on a secondary role as your kids' backstop. In any case, whatever your car parking phobia may be, you'll be instantly relieved when you realize your vehicle is parked high and out of range of kids, pets and vandals.
Vehicles parked below the Autostacker are protected by a barrier that prevents nearby swinging car doors from making contact with your car; it also protects your prized possessions against scratches, dings and dents often caused by toys, bikes, trashcans or other property being carelessly hauled through garage aisles. Without the advantage of wrap-around perimeter protection, your vehicle can be easily dented, a common occurrence in parking spaces everywhere. In both home garages and commercial settings, the Autostacker acts as vehicle sentry, guarding against the calamities of typical garage chaos and clutter.
The Autostacker features our patent-pending, low-profile, gradual sloping lift platform. This somewhat insignificant-sounding feature plays a very significant role when it comes to driving on and off the lift platform. While most other car lifts feature a level deck with an aggressively angled entry ramp, we've purposefully designed the Autostacker with a full-width, gradually sloping platform that reduces the height at the approach end, making vehicle entry and exit an easy, pain-free affair. With a barely noticeable incline of just 5 degrees and a ramp height of just 2", Autostacker easily accommodates Corvettes, Porsches, Vipers, Mustangs, BMWs, Ferraris and other high performance cars with wide tires and/or low ground clearance.
The front wheel dish acts as a wheel chock to prevent vehicles from rolling forward or backward, providing added stability and security when the vehicle is parked on the platform. The platform length of 124" and platform width of 83.75" provide generous space for a wide range of vehicles, from compact cars to light trucks and SUVs.
Autostacker's patented Door-sentry™ car door protectors include a full-length design that accommodates a wide variety of door types, shapes and heights. These protectors are made from energy-absorbing rubber to protect against accidental scratches or door dings. Regardless of whether your car doors sit high or low, if they're opened up quickly and carelessly, Autostacker's impact-cushioning door guards are ready to protect them from dings, scratches and dents. By providing this extra level of security, the Autostacker gives you peace of mind, protecting your car when you can't.
The BendPak Autostacker A6S is built with rugged, welded-steel construction that is strong and durable, ready for years of reliable service. The platform features 100% hot-dipped, galvanized steel for maximum corrosion resistance, whether used indoors or outdoors. An attractive slate gray, baked-on powder coat finish provides added toughness and protection to the scissor arms and base components.
Contoured scissor legs provide rigidity, decreased deflection and a low collapsed height. Full-width, straight-through axles increase overall stability and tracking through the vertical travel range. Full-width pivot pins promote straighter tracking of the scissor legs throughout travel—vital for eccentric loads. Extra-wide, heavy-duty steel scissor arms with cross member bracing enhance stability. Unique clevis-design scissor ends lower stress and increase rigidity by distributing loads symmetrically over the pins. Patented asymmetric scissor arms provide greater underside door clearance, a thoughtful design detail that makes working around the lift easier and safer.
One of the standout features of the Autostacker A6S is its remarkably quiet operation. With a noise level of just 52 dB, this parking lift operates more quietly than most household appliances, making it ideal for residential garages, luxury car showrooms, and upscale commercial parking facilities where noise control is essential. The hydraulic system delivers smooth, consistent lifting performance without the clatter and vibration common in mechanically operated lifts.
For those who wish to use their Autostacker not just for parking but also for convenient vehicle maintenance and servicing, an optional removable access panel is available. This panel can be easily removed to provide underside access to the vehicle parked on the upper platform, allowing you to perform oil changes, inspections, and other routine maintenance tasks without needing to remove the vehicle from the lift. This added versatility makes the A6S even more valuable for car enthusiasts and professional facilities alike.
Your BendPak Autostacker A6S package includes everything you need for a complete, professional installation:
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Autostacker offers the most competitive and comprehensive warranty in the business. Our word is our bond, so we’re giving you the fine print to back up everything we claim. We’re proud to offer this level of transparency.
Autostacker full-time staff of engineers work day in and day out defecting and correcting every single mechanical issue in our products before any of our parts hit the market.In addition to the peace of mind you get with Autostacker, you know we work harder than our competition to climb every mountain, ford every stream and maintain the highest standards in quality, dependability and reliability in the garage parking lift manufacturing business.
Warranty Duration: From the date of purchase by the original Purchaser or 24-24-12 months from the date of shipment by Autostacker, or whichever comes first.
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