APEX by BendPak offers new lifts and wheel service equipment

APEX by BendPak has expanded its lineup beyond garage and trailer ramps to include two-post lifts, tire changers, and wheel balancers aimed at shops that need reliable daily-use equipment without premium pricing.

“Our new APEX lineup is designed for customers who want well-built lifts and wheel service equipment they can rely on to get the job done,” explains Tyler Rex, BendPak senior director of marketing. “They don’t necessarily need – and definitely don’t want to pay for – all the bells and whistles.”

New products include the following:

• AL9LC and AL10C two-post lifts
• AT26 and AT26A swing-arm tire changers
• AB24M and AB28 manual wheel balancers
• Optional wheel service productivity accessories and lift adapters

Two-post lifts

The AL9LC (9,000-lb.) and AL10LC (10,000-lb.) two-post lifts are built with symmetric and asymmetric lifting capability, triple-telescoping front arms, dual-stage rear arms, and automatic safety locks that engage every 3".

The AL9LC uses a low-ceiling floorplate design, making it useful for shops with limited overhead clearance while still accommodating taller vehicles. It features a chain-over system with industrial leaf chains and oversized rollers with grease fittings for durability.

The AL10LC uses a clear-floor design for unrestricted movement of jacks and carts under the vehicle. A reinforced overhead box beam adds stability, while a padded shutoff bar and limit switch prevent overtravel. Its direct-drive hydraulic system with dual cylinders and UHMW guide blocks reduces moving parts and eliminates the need for greasing, lowering ongoing maintenance.

Tire changers

The AT26 and AT26A swing-arm tire changers are designed for low-profile and oversized assemblies. Both use a high-torque electric turntable and powered bead breaker.

The AT26A adds a pneumatic assist arm and drop-center tools to reduce physical strain and streamline difficult mount/demount jobs. It also includes a traveling drop-center tool to hold stubborn beads securely in the drop center during mounting, a tire-handling hook to assist with difficult removals and repositioning, and an inflation restraint device, all optional features on the AB26. 

Wheel balancer

For balancing, the AB28 manual wheel balancer handles wheels up to 44" in diameter with a seven-second cycle time and LED-guided weight placement. The AB24M integrates directly with a tire changer to create a compact change-and-balance workstation, saving floor space and streamlining workflow.

While the AB28 wheel balancer is a standalone unit, the AB24M is designed to mount directly to a swing-arm tire changer using a specialized bracket, creating a complete changing-and-balancing workstation. Integrating both functions into one performance-driven package frees up floor space and streamlines workflow. For added flexibility, the AB24M can also be mounted to a suitable vertical support pole or structural beam.