Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Hydraulic Scissor Lift Solutions
Founded in 1939, Tesco Equipment has established itself as a leader in hydraulic scissor lift manufacturing. Our 84-year legacy combines custom engineering with mandated safety standards to deliver robust solutions for aviation, construction, and industrial sectors. With a 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Coral Springs, Florida, we serve global clients including American Airlines, FedEx, and SpaceX. Our quality system, compliant with ANSI and SAE standards, undergoes regular third-party inspections.We maintain operational continuity through challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic while innovating hybrid GSE vehicles and composite materials. Our team of engineers, technicians, and fabricators ensures every product meets exacting specifications through dual quality inspections.
Services
Hydraulic Scissor Lifts
Aviation Maintenance Lifts
Roofing & Construction Trucks
Municipal Hydraulic Lifts
Custom Lift Solutions
Hybrid GSE Vehicles
Dump Truck Configurations
Catering Lift Systems
Bridge Service Lifts
Maintenance Lift Kits
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We have over 84 years of experience in hydraulic lift manufacturing
- Our lifts are ANSI and SAE standards-compliant
- We serve major clients like American Airlines and SpaceX
- Custom engineering tailored to specific industry needs
- Standard safety features including emergency lowering controls
What people say
Top notch products
Great group of people
Excellent support
Pleasure to work with
Best of the Best
Services
Hydraulic Scissor Lifts
Custom-engineered hydraulic scissor lifts for aviation, construction, and municipal applications. Features include emergency lowering controls, outriggers, and platform extensions. Compliant with ANSI/SAE standards for safety and durability in demanding environments.
Aviation Ground Support
Specialized catering and maintenance lifts for commercial aircraft. Capacities from 3,000 to 7,000 lbs with wind stability up to 90 mph. Compatible with Airbus and Boeing models through modular kit configurations.
Construction Trucks
Hydraulic dump trucks and conveyor systems for construction and roofing applications. Available in standard, contractor, and heavy-duty configurations with capacities up to 16-ton. Compatible with multiple chassis types.
Custom Fabrication
Made-to-order hydraulic systems meeting specific industry requirements. Includes design engineering, prototype development, and quality assurance inspections. Supports hybrid/electric vehicle integration and composite materials.
Quality Assurance
Dual inspection process verifying compliance with ANSI/SAE standards. Features third-party validation and customer audits. Includes 2-year warranty on major components and ongoing technical support.
People
Ken Osborn
President
Leading strategic operations with decades of industry experience. Oversees product development and client relations for global accounts. Committed to maintaining manufacturing excellence since joining the family business.
Robert Osborn
Industrial Sales
Specializes in connecting industrial clients with customized lift solutions. Brings technical expertise and market knowledge to support client-specific requirements across multiple sectors.
Jeff Delva
Production Manager
Manages manufacturing operations ensuring precision engineering and quality control. Implements efficient production processes while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
Mike Karlak
Service Manager
Coordinates maintenance and technical support services. Focuses on minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment longevity through preventive maintenance programs and rapid response teams.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve aviation, construction, municipal, railway, and aerospace sectors with specialized hydraulic lift solutions.
Are your products customizable?
Yes, we offer custom engineering for specific industry needs including hybrid vehicle integration and composite materials.
What safety features do your lifts include?
Standard features include emergency lowering controls, outriggers, safety interlocks, and ANSI/SAE-compliant design.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we support global operations with clients including American Airlines, FedEx, and SpaceX.
What quality standards do you follow?
We adhere to ANSI, SAE, and OSHA standards with third-party verified quality assurance processes.
Can your lifts be retrofitted to existing chassis?
Yes, our modular designs allow installation on most commercial chassis including reconditioned units.
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Reviews (2)
Rodney Rogers
Oct 30, 2020
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I just picked up a truck from them for a customer and I will say they are a great group of people. Definitely very professional and I would love to get freight from them again. BTW. Their products are top notch and very clean.
Matthew Haley
Jul 01, 2020
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It is always a pleasure to work with the entire staff at Tesco. They take great pride in the high quality lift trucks they produce.
