{"product_id":"ideal-msc-13k-b-226-mobile-single-column-lift","title":"iDEAL MSC-13K-B-226 Mobile Single Column Lift","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-feature-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-feature-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-feature-continer kd-flex-row-2\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-feature-item kd-prouduct-feature-content\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMSC-13K-B-226: Siemens control gear on a 26,000 lbs mobile column set\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eMobile columns live or die on synchronisation, and iDEAL names the component that does it: a \u003cstrong\u003eSiemens PLC\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with an electro-optical encoder, keeping every column in the set at the same height continuously through the lift. That is a specific, checkable choice of control hardware from a maker whose parts a shop can still source in ten years, and very few lift listings will tell you whose logic controller is inside the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRated \u003cstrong\u003e26,000 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, this set lifts by the wheels rather than by frame contact points, needs no anchors in your slab, and parks out of the way when the job is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eOne thing to confirm before you order: how many columns you are buying\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe will not guess this one for you. The title on this listing calls it a single column lift, while the specification sheet stored against the same SKU says two columns and a combined 26,000 lbs capacity — and the -226 suffix in the model code reads like the same two-column set. Those are two different things to take delivery of, at a price where the difference matters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsk us to confirm the column count in writing before you place the order\u003c\/strong\u003e, and we will get it from iDEAL rather than reading it off a listing. If you already know you want more columns than the set contains, say so at the same time — these columns are built to work in larger groups, and the master controller handles individual or paired synchronised operation either way.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWill It Fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCeiling.\u003c\/strong\u003e A column measures 88.6\" collapsed and 155.5\" fully raised. Check that against the lowest obstruction over the bay, not the roof line.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLifting height.\u003c\/strong\u003e 67.1\" at the fork.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFloor space.\u003c\/strong\u003e 44.1\" of width per column, and the set will spread to 32.8' between columns, which is what lets one set handle both a service van and a long chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWheels.\u003c\/strong\u003e Forks adjust from 6.3\" to 22\", the fork length is 14\", and fork-to-column clearance is 9.3\". The wide bottom end of that range is the useful part — it takes the set down onto small wheels that a truck-only lift cannot grip.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFloor.\u003c\/strong\u003e iDEAL specifies 3,000 PSI minimum concrete surface strength. Confirming your slab meets it is the buyer's responsibility; a mobile column is not anchored, but it does put its entire share of the load through a small footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Specified for indoor set-up and operation. Noise level is 70 dB(A).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePower.\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 to 140VAC, 60Hz, 1PH per column on the AC input side. No three-phase service required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHydraulics and bearings — the parts that wear\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eiDEAL specifies a heavy-duty hydraulic system and large carriage bearings. Bearing size is one of those specifications that sounds like filler and is not: the carriage is the part that takes the whole load off-centre, hanging a vehicle's corner weight out in front of the column on a pair of forks. Larger bearings spread that moment over more surface, which shows up years later as a carriage that still runs smoothly instead of one that judders and wears its guides.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach column carries an independent mechanical locking system, so at working height the load sits on steel rather than on trapped hydraulic pressure, and an emergency switch on each column lets whoever is closest stop the set.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eReading the lift while you work\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn LCD screen with a keyboard on the control panel shows the current settings and the lifting height. On a mobile set this is more than a display: because the columns are not fixed to anything, the operator's confidence that all of them are where they should be comes entirely from the readout and the encoder feeding it. Optional jack stands are available if you want the vehicle supported independently while a wheel-off job runs long.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFleet and municipal shops\u003c\/strong\u003e with a vehicle mix that changes from one week to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTruck, bus and RV service\u003c\/strong\u003e where lifting by the wheels avoids hunting for frame contact points.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeased buildings\u003c\/strong\u003e where drilling the floor is not an option.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShops with more bays than lifts\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can move the set to whichever bay is free.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster controller for individual or paired synchronised operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSiemens PLC and electro-optical encoder synchronisation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable lifting forks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePallet-jack style wheel for repositioning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLCD screen with keyboard\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndependent mechanical locking and a per-column emergency switch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eJack stands are listed by iDEAL as an option, not as part of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMSC-13K-B-226\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e26,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eLifting height\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e67.1\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColumn height, min \/ max\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e88.6\" \/ 155.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eOverall width\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e44.1\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFork adjustable range\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e6.3\" to 22\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFork length\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e14\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFork to column clearance\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e9.3\"\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eMax. distance between columns\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e32.8'\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eAC input, per column\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e100 to 140VAC, 60Hz, 1PH\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eMinimum concrete strength\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e3,000 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eNoise level\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e70 dB(A)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eSet-up \/ operation\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eIndoors\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eShip weight\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1,210 lbs per column\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColumn count\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eSee the note above - confirm with us in writing\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCertification, stated honestly\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eiDEAL's data for this model does not claim a third-party North American safety listing for the lift, and we are not going to imply one by decorating the page with a badge. What that means in practice is worth knowing before you buy rather than after.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSome shop insurers, some fleet policies and some local jurisdictions require lifting equipment to carry a listing from a recognised third-party body. A manufacturer's own declaration is a different document and does not substitute for it. If any of those apply to you, get the requirement named in writing by whoever imposes it, then contact us and we will take the question to iDEAL before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis ships by truck freight within the lower 48. Each column is listed at 1,210 lbs, so unloading needs a forklift, a dock or a telehandler — the delivering driver is not equipped to do it and will not attempt it. Terminal pickup is the usual answer for a shop without lifting gear on site, and warehouse pickup is available at our iDEAL locations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInspect the freight before signing. Photograph crate damage, count what arrived against the packing list, and note anything wrong on the bill of lading in front of the driver. Once you have signed clean, the carrier's position is that it arrived intact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA residential delivery address carries a residential fee. Freight is quoted live at checkout against your ZIP code.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eTerms and the claim process are on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechanicsuperstore.com\/pages\/warranty-claims\"\u003ewarranty claims page\u003c\/a\u003e, and the warranty document is in the downloads section of this page. The single most useful rule: do not take a suspect part apart before the claim is opened. Photograph the fault, leave it assembled, and call us first.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-details-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-details-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-details-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-details-item\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to use master controller for individual or paired synchronized operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSiemens PLC and Electro-Optical encoder provide continuous synchronization of all columns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable lifting forks accommodate the widest range of wheels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasily positioned with pallet jack style wheel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty hydraulic system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge carriage bearings provide durable, fast and easy lifting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLCD screen with keyboard offers easy to read visuals of settings and lifting height\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndependent mechanical locking system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmergency switch on each column provide highest safety assurance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eOptional jack stands available\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e   \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-pickupdelivry-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-pickupdelivry-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003ePick Up and Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-pickupdelivry-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-pickupdelivry-item\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur Pick Up locations for Valor, Tuxedo, iDeal are located in Temecula, California - Orlando, Florida - Norcross, Georgia - Elwood, Indiana - St. Cloud, Minnesota - Reidsville, NC - Pottsville, Pennsylvania - Alvarado, Texas - West Valley City, Utah.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCall, text, or chat with us if you have questions. 866-774-7743\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-downloads-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-downloads-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-downloads-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-downloads-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-container kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-item\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/5442\/9831\/files\/vector.png?v=1742916126\"\u003e \u003ch5\u003eBrochure\u003c\/h5\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-item\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/5442\/9831\/files\/untitled.png?v=1742916130\"\u003e \u003ch5\u003eManual\u003c\/h5\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-item\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/5442\/9831\/files\/vector-1.png?v=1742916133\"\u003e \u003ch5\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h5\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-downloads-item\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"iDeal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49287192707226,"sku":"MSC-13K-B-226","price":11732.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/coretarps.co.uk\/products\/ideal-msc-13k-b-226-mobile-single-column-lift","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}