Hello Garage Journal members. I just read all these posts today, and it's unfortunately that I'm now just reading them because I could have helped with a lot of the questions being asked as well as provide some truth to those who have made comments about some brand lifts are not correct.
First of all, over 95% of the lifts being sold today in the U.S. are not American made. The Bendpaks as well as the Revolution by Rotary are all made in China. At one time, both companies did manufacture here in the U.S.
Mohawk, American Custom Lifts and Gemini still provide all American made lifts using American steel. American Custom Lifts also provides imported lifts both four post and two posts design, but they're American designs and more importantly, they're ALI and ETL certified.
If you're looking at saving money, then look at the imported lifts. But be sure that they are ALI certified. If you search YouTube, you'll find some horror videos of imported lifts that were not certified. I also recommend that all of you check out the BBB before purchasing any lifts. Make sure the company is in good standards and offer references and testimonials. Also, ALWAYS pay with a credit card and not a check... just in case you have any problems with your purchase. Also visit ripoffreport.com.
American Custom Lifts is the leader in residential applications providing the widest range of parking lifts. American Custom Lifts also can build custom design lifts to meet any application.
I hope this information is helpful. You can find additional information on lifts from Mohawk at
http://www.mohawklifts.com/wp/consumer/ and American Custom Lifts at
www.aclifts.com.
Best regards,
PhantomPark
