Abstract: A lifting device for cradle supported goods includes cradle engaging lifting arms pivoted to a wheeled chassis. A lever element located between one of the lift arms and the chassis is positioned by a winch and cable to raise the lift arms. An emergency stop block is provided in the event of cable breakage.
Abstract: Lifting apparatus and a wheeled vehicle upon which it can be mounted. There is provided in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention lifting apparatus comprising a scissors mechanism including scissor arms having formed thereon a curved cam path, a cam disposed between the scissor arms for engagement therewith and selectable separation thereof for producing lifting motion thereof, a load support mounted onto the scissor arms and apparatus for selectably tilting the load support with respect to the scissors mechanism.