Pallet lifters

Most people know about pallet lifts and their quality as an indispensable aid in everyday life when transporting pallets with goods. The hydraulic pallet lift is a convenient, easy and safe way of handling your goods that protect the way employees lift avoiding lifting and twisting in the back. Efficiency increases when heavy lifting is facilitated, and it is therefore profitable to invest in satisfied employees.

A TRANSLYFT pallet scissor lift differs somewhat from the usual pallet lifter. Our pallet lifts are not just an investment in avoiding lifting. It provides free foot and leg space to make working around the pallet easier. Tilting is also an option as it improves the work process dramatically.

Top 3 features

TRANSLYFT pallet lifters are designed for tasks requiring lifting, loading and emptying EUR pallets. Here are the top three features:

  • Good ergonomics
  • Free foot and leg space give greater freedom of movement around the pallet truck
  • Tilting option (Forks tilt 40 degrees on both sides, and both lift height and tip can be adjusted infinitely.) When loading small items into tall containers, the tip function offers a great deal of relief. The distance your employees need to reach becomes shorter and the operator always has a complete overview of the contents in the container.
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FAQ

Find answers to the most common questions about pallet lifters.

  • What is a pallet lifter?

    A pallet lifter is a lifting machine used to raise and arrange pallets at an optimal working height. It enables operators to load, unload, assemble, and handle palletized goods in the most ergonomic manner while increasing safety and efficiency by decreasing the need for bending, straining, and heavy manual lifting. Pallet lifters are utilized in a variety of industries, including warehouses, distribution centers, packing stations, and manufacturing facilities.

  • What is the difference between a pallet lifter and a lifting table?

    What is the distinction between a pallet lifter and a lift table?

    A pallet lifter is specifically intended to handle pallets and sometimes contains features like a U-shaped or E-shaped platform that enables for direct loading with a hand pallet truck (also known as low profile lifting tables). Translyft pallet lifters are meant to resemble a strong pallet truck, making it easy to work around the lifter.

    A lifting table is a more adaptable option, capable of handling a broader range of items, containers, machines, and workpieces. Both increase ergonomics, but pallet lifters are designed specifically for pallet handling applications.

  • How much weight can a pallet lifter lift?

    Lifting capacity varies by model and application. A conventional pallet lifter typically lifts between 500 and 2,000 kg, while high duty variants can handle much more. Translyft pallet lifters are available in a variety of capacities to meet varied needs.

  • How much does a pallet lifter cost?

    A pallet lifter's price is determined by a number of variables, including lifting height, surface treatment, platform design, lifting capacity, and optional accessories. Generally speaking, a customized solution with automation capabilities or a tilt capability will be more expensive than conventional models. For a quotation or additional information about your options, call Translyft at +45 9886 4900.

  • What is the difference between a pallet lifter and a pallet positioner?

    Pallet positioner and pallet lifter are frequently used synonymously. Both are made to maintain palletized items at a comfortable working height. While pallet lifters can be operated manually or electrically depending on the application, certain pallet positioners automatically modify the lifting height as goods are added or removed.

  • Can a pallet lifter be loaded with a pallet truck?

    Yes. Pallets can be loaded and unloaded directly using a manual or electric pallet truck thanks to the low, U-shaped, or E-shaped platforms found on many pallet lifters. In many situations, this eliminates the need for a forklift.

  • which industries use pallet lifters?

    Pallet lifters are used in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, production, packaging, medicines, retail distribution, and warehousing. Wherever pallets are loaded, unloaded, or assembled, they increase efficiency and lessen the strain of manual handling for employees.

  • Can a pallet lifter improve workplace ergonomics?

    Yes. Improved ergonomics is one of the key advantages of a pallet lifter. Workers can lessen physical strain and minimize injuries by avoiding awkward lifting and repeated bending by maintaining the pallet at a comfortable working height.

  • Can pallet lifters be customised?

    Yes. To suit the needs of every application, Translyft pallet lifters can be modified with e.g. lifting capacities, platform sizes, lifting heights, rotating tops, tilting functions, safety features like beacon and sound, control systems, and more. We can even produce it as an ATEX solution or in painted, stainless, or galvanized steel.

  • Are pallet lifters safe?

    Yes. Overload protection, emergency stop functions, safety trip bars, and sturdy lifting mechanisms are just a few of the safety features found in current pallet lifters. They offer a dependable and safe pallet handling option when used properly and maintained on a regular basis.

  • How often should a pallet lifter be serviced?

    Pallet lifters should undergo routine maintenance and inspections in compliance with local laws and manufacturer recommendations. The lift's service life is increased and safe functioning is ensured with routine maintenance performed at least once a year.

  • Can pallet lifters be integrated into production lines?

    Automated production lines, conveyor systems, packaging lines, and pallet handling systems can all easily incorporate pallet lifters. This makes the flow of materials more effective and boosts output all the way through the manufacturing process.

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Advantages of a Pallet Lifter

A pallet lifter transforms a standard pallet into an ergonomic workstation. By raising the pallet to the optimal working height, operators can handle goods comfortably without excessive bending, stretching or lifting. This creates a safer workplace while improving efficiency and productivity throughout the workday.

  • Improved Ergonomics for Everyday Operations
    Repetitive pallet handling can place significant strain on employees. A pallet lifter helps maintain a comfortable working position by keeping products within easy reach. This reduces physical stress on the back, shoulders and neck, creating a better working environment and supporting employee wellbeing.
  • Increased Productivity
    When operators have constant access to goods at the correct height, tasks such as packing, assembly, sorting and quality control can be completed faster and more efficiently. Less time is spent adjusting working positions, allowing employees to focus on the task at hand.
  • More Than a Hand Pallet Truck
    Unlike a hand pallet truck, which is primarily designed to move pallets, a pallet lifter is designed to improve the process of pallet handling. Its purpose is not transportation but ergonomic lifting and positioning. The result is a more efficient workflow and a better user experience during repetitive handling operations.
  • Designed for Continuous Industrial Use
    Pallet lifters are built to perform in demanding production and logistics environments. With robust construction and reliable lifting performance, they provide stable operation throughout the working day and support efficient material handling across a wide range of industries.
  • A Flexible Solution for Many Applications
    Whether used in manufacturing, packaging, warehousing or distribution, a pallet lifter can be adapted to suit different workflows and requirements. This flexibility makes it an ideal solution for businesses looking to improve both productivity and workplace ergonomics.
  • Better Access to Products and Materials
    Keeping pallets at the correct height ensures that products remain easily accessible throughout the handling process. As items are added or removed, the pallet lifter helps maintain an optimal working position, reducing unnecessary movements and improving workflow efficiency.
  • Enhanced Workplace Safety
    Reducing manual lifting and awkward working positions contributes to a safer working environment. By minimizing physical strain and repetitive movements, pallet lifters help lower the risk of workplace injuries and support a healthier  workplace.
  • Hygienic Solutions for Sensitive Industries
    For industries with strict hygiene requirements, stainless steel pallet lifters offer a solution that combines ergonomic handling with improved cleanability. Hygienically designed models help reduce contamination risks while supporting efficient cleaning procedures and compliance with industry standards. 
  • Translyft pallet lifters can also be manufactures in other surfaces.
  • Long Term Value for Your Business
    A pallet lifter is more than an ergonomic improvement. It is an investment in health and safety while also optimising efficiency, reliability and workflow. By supporting both employee wellbeing and operational performance, pallet lifters contribute to long term productivity and a stronger business.

Why Choose a Pallet Lifter?

In industries where pallets are handled continuously throughout the day, efficiency and ergonomics are key. A pallet lifter is designed to raise palletised goods to the optimal working height, which allows operators to load, unload, assemble, inspect, or pack products without unnecessary lifting, bending, or stretching.

Unlike manual handling methods, a pallet lifter keeps the load within easy reach throughout the work process. This improves operator comfort while reducing physical strain and helping businesses create a safer and more productive working environment.

Moving EUR pallets, UK pallets, containers and pallet boxes is easier with a hydraulic pallet lifter. It also supports more efficient working processes in a warehouse, production facility and distribution center.

Improve Ergonomics and Reduce Workplace Injuries

Manual pallet handling is one of the most common reasons for repetitive strain injuries in manufacturing and logistics. Workers often spend hours bent over low pallets or reaching into deep containers to get products.

Much of this unnecessary movement is eliminated by a pallet lifter which lifts the pallet to a comfortable working height.

This ergonomic improvement offers several benefits:

  • reduced strain on the back, shoulders, and neck
  • fewer repetitive bending movements
  • improved working posture
  • less operator fatigue
  • increased comfort during long shifts

Pallet lifters contribute to healthier workplaces by avoiding uncomfortable lifting positions, which can lead to reduced absence from musculoskeletal injuries.

Increase Productivity in Pallet Handling

A pallet lifter does more than improving workplace ergonomics. It also helps operators work more efficiently.

If the products are maintained at the correct height during the handling process, the employes use less time to change position and more time to do productive work.

This is particularly beneficial for:

  • palletising
  • depalletising
  • packing operations
  • order picking
  • assembly work
  • quality inspection
  • production line feeding

Improved accessibility allows operators to maintain a consistent workflow, helping increase productivity while reducing unnecessary handling.

Ideal for Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Logistics

Pallet lifters are used across a wide range of industries where palletised goods need to be handled safely and efficiently.

Typical applications include:

  • manufacturing facilities
  • warehouses
  • logistics centres
  • packaging lines
  • distribution hubs
  • food processing plants
  • pharmaceutical production
  • packaging lines
  • retail distribution centres

In each of these environments, a pallet lifter helps improve material flow while supporting better workplace ergonomics.

Tilting Pallet Lifters Improve Access Even Further

For loading tall boxes or containers, a tilting pallet lifter can provide even more ergonomic benefits.


The pallet can be tilted toward the operator, significantly reducing the distance to reach products. This speeds loading and unloading and allows operators to maintain a natural working posture.

The Translyft tilt function enables the forks to tilt up to 40 degrees in either direction, making it easier to reach products deep inside containers or pallet boxes.

Tilting pallet lifters are particularly suitable for:

  • production lines
  • component assembly
  • parts picking
  • packaging operations
  • production lines
  • warehouse order picking

Free Leg and Foot Space Improves Accessibility

Unlike many conventional pallet lifting solutions, Translyft pallet lifters provide free leg and foot space on three sides of the pallet.

This slim column design allows operators to work closer to the load without obstacles getting in the way.

The result is:

  • improved accessibility
  • greater freedom of movement
  • more comfortable working positions
  • easier handling of large products

This design makes everyday pallet handling both safer and more efficient.

Suitable for Manual and Automated Workflows

Pallet lifters can be used as standalone workstations or integrated into larger production systems.

Many companies incorporate pallet lifters into:

  • palletising lines
  • conveyor systems
  • packing stations
  • robotic production cells
  • automated warehouses
  • assembly stations

Because the pallet remains at the correct working height, the lifting equipment supports a smooth and continuous material flow throughout the production process.

A Flexible Solution for Different Pallet Types

Modern pallet lifters can handle much more than standard EUR pallets.

Depending on the application, they can be adapted for:

  • UK pallets
  • pallet boxes
  • containers
  • stillages
  • crates
  • customised load carriers

This flexibility allows businesses to optimise pallet handling regardless of the products being transported.

Designed for Long Term Industrial Use

Translyft pallet lifters can also be designed to operate 24/7 in demanding industrial environments.

The powerful hydraulic lifting system and robust steel construction ensure reliable operation in everyday use in factories, warehouses and logistics centers.

Depending on the application, pallet lifters can be supplied in:

  • painted steel
  • galvanised steel
  • stainless steel
  • hygienic design
  • ATEX compliant versions

This allows the equipment to be adapted to everything from standard manufacturing to food processing and pharmaceutical production.

Why Invest in a Pallet Lifter?

A pallet lifter is an investment in workplace ergonomics, productivity, and operational efficiency.

The benefits include:

  • faster picking and packing
  • safer pallet handling
  • improved employee wellbeing
  • reduced manual lifting
  • increased productivity
  • better accessibility to palletised goods
  • faster picking and packing
  • more efficient palletising and depalletising
  • reliable long term operation

Whether your goal is to improve ergonomics, optimise warehouse operations, or increase production efficiency, a pallet lifter provides a practical solution that quickly becomes an essential part of the workflow.

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