Know your application: What is going to be placed on the lift table? What, therefore, is the table top dimension that will best work for what is going on the lift table? What is the maximum weight that will be resting on the lift table? What is the lowered height (of the platform of the lift table) that will work best for what you are looking to accomplish? What is the maximum raised height (of the platform of the lift table) that will work best for you? How long will the lift table be used throughout the day? This will help you determine whether you should purchase a light duty or heavier duty lift table. This will also help you determine if you should purchase a manual or an electric hydraulic lift table. Where in your facility with the lift table be placed? What is the footprint of the lift table? You want to make sure that you have sufficient room to safely operate a lift table in your facility. What is the temperature or environment of the facility? Depending on the working temperature of the room customization may be required for the successful functioning of a lift table. What safety issues or concerns do you want to address with regard to using a lift table in your facility?