Lift Assists

Lift Assists are also commonly known as:

  • Lifters
  • Manipulators
  • Spreaders
  • Below-the-Hook Devices
  • Grabs
  • Tooling

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Our devices can handle quite small loads such as an engine component to large loads such as steel coil , die, ladle or machine, etc. Lifters are especially helpful in adding convenience, safety and productivity when compared to using standards hooks or slings. Safety benefits include better load security and improved operator ergonomics which help reduce fatigue and injury. Lift Assists can be fitted to numerous devices such as:

  • Hoist Hook
  • Balancer
  • Pneumatic Cylinder
  • Chain
  • Wire Rope
  • Lift Arm

Lifters also may include manual or powered clamping, rotation, etc to properly position the load for a process.

Why choose Bohl?

Beginning with initial concepts and specifications and continuing though final adjustments, Bohl offers turn-key partnerships with our customers to ensure your lifter solution full fills your requirements. Engineering lift assists that operator want to use is like an art and we pride our self on:

  • Low Cost
  • Fast Delivery
  • Rapid Proposal Response
  • User Friendly Design

We will mount our lifters onto others’ manipulator or arms or provide the turn key package. In addition, Bohl will integrate our lift assist into systems utilizing:

  • Cranes
  • Monorails
  • Conveyors
  • PLC Controls
  • Steelwork
  • Special Devices or Contracting for a Complete Project

Experience

With over 25 years of building lift assists, Bohl has a complete, local engineering staff with the required registered PE services and technicians who are AWS certified in the fabrication of lifting devices. Our staff is uniquely qualified for lifter service and inspection since lifters are built and tested in our shop. We currently have hundreds of Bohl Manufactured lifters and below-the-hook devices in high production operations and can provide customer references if requested.

Service

Bohl offers unparalleled service for your operations including:

  • Certified Inspections
  • In-Plant Response
  • Periodic Maintenance Programs
  • Comprehensive Safety Training

Our inspections comply with updated ANSI and other rules to ensure your operations stay in compliance. You can gain confidence in the quality of our inspections since we are the manufacturer. Unlike others who require devices be returned for service, our Service Department provides rapid in the field response to your service needs ensuring minimal downtime. In addition, we offer effective periodic maintenance programs to ensure your equipment remains in top condition.

Bohl also offers comprehensive operator training for lifters as well as hoists, cranes, and forklifts

Quality

Bohl’s units are certified, load-tested, and include the required ID tag. We follow guidelines provided by:

  • OSHA
  • ANSI
  • ASME
  • AWS
  • Customer Defined Quality Standards