Stainless Steel Lift Tables
Stainless steel scissor lift tables and lift carts for food, pharmaceutical, lab, medical and wet areas. Fully stainless washdown carts, 304 stainless pallet lift tables and lower-cost partially stainless models from Vestil. Shop online or get a free quote with freight.
200–1,200 lb
Listed lift capacities
3-3/8 in
Lowest stainless pallet table
57 in
Highest stainless cart raise
Nationwide
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Stainless scissor carts and a 304 stainless low-profile electric pallet lift table ship from our online store. Every card links to the product page with lead time; more stainless and partially stainless models are in the categories below.
What Is a Stainless Steel Lift Table?
A stainless steel lift table is a scissor lift table or lift cart whose platform, frame and scissor legs are made of stainless steel instead of painted carbon steel. Stainless resists rust, has no paint to chip into product, and stands up to frequent cleaning. That makes it the usual choice in food plants, pharmaceutical and lab areas, hospitals, commercial kitchens and other wet or sanitary spaces.
Most stainless lift tables are hydraulic. A foot pump, 12V DC battery pump or electric power unit raises the deck, and a release valve lowers it. The difference is in how much of the unit is stainless. Some models are stainless right down to the pump and pedal. Others use stainless on the deck and frame but plated or painted parts underneath. That detail decides whether a table can be washed down, so check it before you buy.
Fully Stainless vs. Partially Stainless Lift Tables
Product titles often just say "stainless." Vestil’s own descriptions show three different builds, and they are not interchangeable:
| Fully stainless (SSSC series) | Stainless with plated hydraulics | Partially stainless (PSS models) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What is stainless | All parts, including the hydraulic pump and foot pedal; fully welded | Most of the unit; pump assembly, cylinder and foot pedal are chrome plated | Platform, handle, frame, caster rigs and hardware; pump, scissor legs and pedal are painted or zinc plated |
| Washdown | Vestil lists SSSC carts as suitable for wash-down | Confirm cleaning method with us before washdown | Vestil says CART-1000-PSS is not suitable for wash-down |
| Example | SSSC-1000, SSSC-200 | CART-1100-SS | CART-1000-PSS, AIR-1000-PSS |
| Best for | Wet rooms and daily washdown | Clean areas wiped down, not hosed | Dry clean rooms, labs, food service |
Partially stainless carts cost less and still give a clean, rust-resistant deck and frame where people and product touch. Vestil describes its partially stainless hydraulic elevating cart for lab, food service and healthcare transport, but states it is not suitable for wash-down. Pick fully stainless when water, steam or cleaning chemicals will reach the scissor legs and pump every shift.
The same applies to the 304 stainless EHU-12-SS low-profile pallet table: the table is 304 stainless, but Vestil’s catalog notes the external power unit is powder-coated steel. Keep the power unit out of the spray zone or ask us about a protected location.
Stainless Steel Lift Table and Cart Models
Specs below come from Vestil’s stainless steel scissor cart model chart, catalog and manuals. All are rated uniform capacities; service range is the lowered to raised deck height.
| Model | Type | Capacity | Deck height range | Platform | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EHU-12-SS | 304 stainless low-profile U pallet lift table | 1,200 lb | 3-3/8 to 33-1/2 in | 50 x 59 in | 115V electric |
| SSSC-1000 | Fully stainless scissor cart | 1,000 lb | 17 to 40 in | 20-1/2 x 40 in | Foot pump |
| SSSC-400 | Fully stainless scissor cart | 400 lb | 12-3/4 to 36-1/2 in | — | Foot pump |
| SSSC-200 | Fully stainless scissor cart | 200 lb | 10 to 30-1/2 in | — | Foot pump |
| CART-1100-SS | Stainless hydraulic scissor cart | 1,100 lb | 13 to 38-1/2 in | 23-1/2 x 35-1/2 in | Two-speed foot pump |
| CART-1000-SS2 | Stainless 304 scissor cart | 1,000 lb | 12-1/2 to 38-1/2 in | 20-1/4 x 39-3/8 in | Foot pump |
| CART-1000D-DC-SS | Stainless double scissor cart | 1,000 lb | 19-1/2 to 57 in | 20-1/2 x 39-3/4 in | 12V DC |
| CART-600-D-SS2 | Stainless double scissor cart | 600 lb | 14 to 51-1/8 in | 36-1/4 x 19-3/8 in | Foot pump |
| CART-550-SS | Stainless hydraulic cart | 550 lb | 9-3/4 to 33-1/2 in | 19-1/2 x 31-1/2 in | Foot pump |
| CART-500-SS3 | Stainless scissor cart | 500 lb | 11 to 35-7/8 in | 32-1/2 x 19-3/8 in | Foot pump |
More stainless lifting equipment
Long-deck stainless cartCART-1000-SS2 carries 1,000 lb on a 20-1/4 x 39-3/8 in deck for trays, totes and long parts.
Compact stainless cartCART-550-SS lowers to 9-3/4 in for loading from the floor and raises to 33-1/2 in.
Air-hydraulic cartStainless platform, frame and handle; air/oil power plus a two-speed foot pump. Pump, cylinder and legs are zinc plated.
Spring pallet positionerSST-45-PSS keeps pallet layers near waist height with springs and a 360-degree round top. Partial stainless, 4,500 lb.
Stainless Hefti-LiftAll-welded stainless portable hydraulic lift for positioning loads. Not for use with pallets.
Stainless work positioner304 all-stainless electric positioner, 330 lb, with two 12V AGM batteries and a built-in charger.Stainless Steel Is Not the Same as a Washdown Rating
Buyers often assume any stainless lift table can be hosed down. It depends on the build. Water and cleaning chemicals reach the hydraulic pump, cylinder seals, release valve, casters and, on powered models, the motor, battery and controls. Use these checks before you put a table in a washdown room:
- Read the manufacturer’s wording. Vestil lists the fully welded SSSC carts as suitable for wash-down and lists the partially stainless CART-1000-PSS as not suitable. Ask us when a page doesn’t say.
- Check every part, not just the deck. Plated or painted pumps, cylinders and scissor legs will not hold up like stainless under daily spray.
- Keep power units dry. Electric and 12V DC models have motors, batteries and controls. Place remote power units outside the spray zone and follow the manual.
- Tell us your chemicals and temperatures. Chlorinated, caustic and hot-water cleaning affect seals and casters differently; we confirm options with the manufacturer.
- Plan for hydraulic fluid. If oil contact with product is a concern, ask about the fluid used and keep the cart’s maintenance schedule.
How to Choose a Stainless Steel Lift Table
Start with the load and the room, then pick the build:
- Capacity: listed stainless carts run 200 to 1,100 lb; the EHU-12-SS pallet table is 1,200 lb.
- How loads get on: pallet trucks need a low-profile U table like the EHU-12-SS (3-3/8 in lowered); painted-steel options are on our pallet lift tables page. Hand-loaded totes suit a scissor cart.
- Working height: double scissor carts reach 51 to 57 in; single scissors top out near 40 in.
- Cleaning: daily washdown means fully stainless; wipe-down areas can use partially stainless.
- Power: foot pump for occasional moves, 12V DC or electric for frequent cycles.
Quick picks by job
| Job | Usually works best | Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Moving trays or totes in a washdown room | Fully stainless SSSC scissor cart | Capacity and deck size |
| Pallet loads in a food or pharma plant | EHU-12-SS 304 stainless low-profile lift table | Power unit location |
| Lab, hospital or kitchen transport | Stainless or partially stainless scissor cart | Wipe-down vs washdown |
| Loading high benches or racks | Double scissor stainless cart | Raised height 51 to 57 in |
| Palletizing by hand in a clean area | Spring pallet positioner, partial stainless | Pallet weight range |
Where Stainless Steel Lift Tables Are Used
Vestil lists aerospace, hospitals, restaurants, laboratories, food production and packaging areas as applications for its stainless steel scissor carts. These are the jobs we quote most:
- Food and beverage processing: raise ingredient tubs, totes and kettles to the line. Pair with food and beverage storage.
- Pharmaceutical and cleanroom: move and present materials without painted surfaces that flake.
- Laboratories and hospitals: transport supplies and instruments at a safe working height.
- Commercial kitchens and restaurants: lift stock pots, cases and bins to prep counters.
- Packaging areas: keep cartons and pallets at waist height; see our warehouse ergonomics guide.
- Other lift table types: painted steel, tilt, pneumatic and heavy pallet tables are on our lift tables page and the Vestil brand page.
Need a Size or Capacity Not Listed?
The models above are the stainless lift tables in our online store today. For larger decks, higher capacities, 316 stainless, turntables or special controls, send us the load, the room and your cleaning routine. We check what the manufacturer can build and quote it with freight. Lead times are shown on each product page and confirmed with your quote.
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Load weight and size, how it is loaded, working height and cleaning method.
Match the build
Fully stainless, plated hydraulics or partial stainless, manual or powered.
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Table, options and freight on one quote.
Deliver
Carts ship ready to roll; fixed tables are set per the manual.
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Tell us the load, working height and how the area is cleaned. A project specialist will follow up with stainless lift table options and pricing. Prefer to talk? Call (800) 326-4403.
Stainless Steel Lift Table FAQs
What is a stainless steel lift table?
Can stainless steel lift tables be washed down?
What does partially stainless mean?
Is there a stainless steel pallet lift table?
How much weight can a stainless scissor cart lift?
Is a stainless lift table a hydraulic lift table?
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