Magnetic lifters are a powerful material handling solution which uses permanent magnets or electromagnets to lift, transport and position ferrous materials.
Working to reduce the need for manual handling, magnetic lifters can assist in a variety of lifting tasks.
They provide a highly effective method for lifting, transporting and positioning metal objects for applications such as metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, construction, structural engineering, shipbuilding and scrap handling.
Here at Metreel, we specialise in material handling equipment including the likes of cranes, hoists and winches.
In today’s post, we will share a general overview of magnetic lifters including how they can be used to improve various lifting tasks.
Improving Workplace Safety
Material handling poses various risks to personnel, which is why mechanical rather than manual handling is always preferred. Technology such as magnetic lifters can further enhance safety, reducing the chances of injury as a result of the lifting task.
Eliminating the need for chains, hooks and slings, magnetic lifters are considered a safer way to lift, due to the reduced likelihood of musculoskeletal injuries, including due to falling objects or collision impact. This is because magnetic lifters reduce the need for human contact with heavy loads.
Load stability can also be greatly enhanced through the use of magnetic lifters since magnetic lifters provide uniform lifting force which lowers the chances of material slipping or shifting during transport. Furthermore, magnetic lifters which use electromagnetics also have fail-safe mechanisms to ensure that loads do not drop unexpectedly.
Even in confined spaces, magnetic lifters allow for safe manoeuvring, which reduces the risk of collisions or entanglements with other lifting accessories such as rigging equipment.
Increased Productivity
Magnetic lifters are a solid investment for those in search of faster material handling capabilities. That’s because magnetic lifters quickly attach and release loads. Compared to traditional lifting systems, they vastly cut the setup time involved in the lifting operation.
It’s also usually the case that magnetic lifters only require one person to operate the system, which can also work to boost productivity and improve workflow efficiency. This is especially the case given the vast usage applications of magnetic filters, which are ideal for lifting the likes of steel plates, bars, beams and pipes. Common applications include production lines, warehouses and construction sites.
While increased speed often comes with an increased risk of damage to the load, this is not the case with magnetic lifters, which when used as intended will seamlessly move the load to its intended destination without incident. Therefore, unlike clamps, chains or slings, magnetic lifters do not cause scratches, dents or surface damage. As a result, this makes magnetic filters ideal for precision machining and metalworking applications.
Energy Efficient Operation
Another fantastic benefit of magnetic filters is that they are also energy efficient since they are powered by magnetic force rather than electricity. Even electromagnetic lifters will only consume power during activation, ensuring they reduce their power consumption as much as possible.
Since conserving energy helps lower costs and is also important to become a sustainable business, magnetic filters definitely shouldn’t be underestimated.
For businesses looking to lower their energy bills especially, technology such as magnetic filters boast incredible efficiency without having to compromise on performance.
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Based in Derbyshire, Metreel is a leading UK supplier of lifting equipment which can improve productivity and safety for your business.
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