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LEARNING CENTER

Practical Information for Owners and Prospective Owners of the
Single Column UTV & Mower Storage / Service Lift

Learning Center Document	AL-LC-106
Title	Foundation & Anchor Requirements
Category	Installation
Revision	1.0
Originally Published	August 2026
Last Revised	August 2026

Foundation & Anchor Requirements

The lift is only as secure as the concrete supporting it. Before installation, verify that your floor meets the minimum installation requirements.

Concrete Specifications

Minimum concrete strength: 3,000 PSI
Minimum slab thickness: 4-1/4 inches
Minimum anchor embedment: 3-1/4 inches

Important: The supplied anchors are 3/4" × 5-1/2". If more than 2-1/4 inches of the anchor extends above the finished floor after installation, the anchor does not have adequate embedment.

Anchor Installation Sequence

Anchor Installation
Figure 1 — Proper installation sequence for supplied expansion anchors.

Foundation Requirements

Maintain at least 6 inches from any slab edge or expansion joint.
Minimum anchor spacing: 6-1/2 inches.
Minimum hole depth: 4-1/4 inches.
Do not install on asphalt or unstable surfaces.
Shim columns until plumb before tightening anchors.
Torque all anchors to 130 ft-lbs.

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If you have questions about your concrete floor or your installation site, we'd be happy to discuss it with you.

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Notice

This Learning Center Document is intended as general guidance. Always follow the current installation instructions supplied with your lift. Specifications and installation requirements may change without notice.

Revision History

Revision	Date	Description
1.0	August 2026	Initial publication.