A stainless steel lifting solution is a machine for material handling that has been designed in in stainless steel for better hygiene, cleanability and because stainless steel is very corrosion resistant. They include lifting tables, pallet lifters, TRANSLYFTS Hygienic Design, low-profile lifting tables, roll cage lifters, smoke trolleys, swingloaders, mobile lifters, work platforms, and customised lifting solutions.

What they all have in common is that they are designed to help lift and lower products/goods so that employees can work with the cargo at a safe and ergonomic working height.

Our stainless steel products are incredibly popular because they are durable, corrosion-free, and easy to clean. Stainless steel lifts can withstand intensive cleaning and are therefore particularly suitable for environments where hygiene is essential.

A stainless steel lifting table is a larger investment than a painted lifting solution in ordinary steel, but because they are extremely durable the total cost of ownership will easily be worth it.

Stainless steel lifting equipment are used widely in various industries like:

• Food processing and food production

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Beverage production
• Cleanrooms
• Healthcare and medical production
• Chemical processing
• Laboratories
• Commercial kitchens
• Wet or frequently cleaned production environments

Depending on the products being manufactured and handled, the need for cleaning and the general environment conditions of the work space the lifting solution can be equipped with different accessories to make e.g. cleaning easier.

Stainless steel can be used for many different types of lifting solutions, including:

• Single, double and triple scissor lifting tables
• Low-profile lifting tables (ideal for packaging)
• Pallet lifters
• Lifting trolleys (for easy moveability)
• Work platforms
• Horizontal lifting tables (for long loads)
• Lifting solutions with tilt or rotation (gives easy access)
• ATEX lifting equipment (explosion-proof)
• Custom-built lifting solutions

Which one is fitting for your work place depends on the load, lifting height, hygiene requirements, operating frequency, and space available. Call us at +45 9886 4900 if you would like some guidance.

A stainless steel lift table is manufactured using corrosion-resistant stainless steel, but this alone does not necessarily make the complete machine hygienically designed. Some components like the cylinder may not be of stainless steel and if intensive cleaning is required this could be an issue.

A hygienic design lifting table also considers how the equipment is constructed. Surfaces, joints, components and drainage are designed to reduce areas where water, dirt and product residue can collect. In the TRANSLYFT Hygienic Design the lifting tables can tilt the entire platform making it easier to clean underneath. This makes cleaning more efficient and reduces the use of water and detergent.

Yes. Stainless steel lifting equipment is mostly used in food production because it is durable, corrosion-free and easy to clean.

However, there is more to it than the choice of steel. It is also important how the lifting solution is constructed, the lubricants, the components, and seals used, and the surface finish all need to be of the right materials to make the solution long-lasting. At Translyft we are experts ins stainless steel solutions and can find the best solution for your work space according to the application, hygiene zone and cleaning requirements.

AISI 304 and 316 are commonly used grades of stainless steel. Grade 304 provides good corrosion resistance and is suitable for many indoor food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications.

Grade 316 contains 2% molybdenum, which makes it better at resisting salt, chlorides and acid. Therefore, it is often favored in coastal locations, in processes involving salt and corrosive substances, and in harsher washdown environments.

The correct grade should be selected after assessing the environment and cleaning procedure. At Translyft we offer both AISI 304 and 316.

Yes, som stainless steel lifting solutions can. As long as the lifting tables is designed for wash down and prepared it for the intended cleaning process. Cleaning frequency, chemicals, water pressure, and temperature can all affect electrical parts, hydraulic components, seals, and surface finishes.

Unsure which solution you need? Call us at +45 9886 4900 to get guidance regarding your stainless steel solution.

Stainless steel is highly corrosion-resistant, however, not entirely immune to rust and corrosion. If the correct stainless steel grade is chosen and the machine is well taken care of with maintenance and suitable cleaning. This will help to protect the lifting solution, prevent corrosion, and prolong the lifetime.

Be careful of exposure to chlorides, damaged surface, incorrect material selection, harsh chemicals, carbon steel contamination, and insufficient cleaning. All these things can have an impact on the lifting solutions performance.

Yes. Lifting equipment in stainless steel can be customised to suit your needs. This could be alterations to the capacity, the platform size, and installation area. You can see many other options here:

• Alternative lifting heights
• Special platform dimensions
• Low-profile construction in e.g. U-shaped or E-shaped platforms
• ATEX configurations
• Hygienic Design features
• Tilt or rotating platforms
• Barriers, gates and handrails
• Bellows or protective net
• Special controls and sensors
• Integration into production lines

A specialized lifting solution can often be fitted into an existing production line or manual handling process.

Translyft can deliver stainless steel solutions in both lighter handling tasks or heavy industrial loads. However, the most common is between 500 – 2000 kg.

To find the needed lifting capacity you must take into consideration the object type, how the load will med distribution on the lifting table (see more on safe working load here), lifting height, platform dimensions, and operating conditions. The total load must include the product, pallet or container, pallet lifter, and any other equipment placed on the platform.

Yes. A lifting table is designed to make handling of heavy items easier and more ergonomic and does so by minimizing the need for lifting, bending and reaching. This can improve working conditions while palletising, depalletising, packing, processing, machine loading, and assembly.

Yes. Many stainless steel lifting solutions, including low-profile lifting tables and pallet lifters, can be installed directly on the floor. This makes a the installation easier as a pit Is not required.

For larger lifting solutions a pit can be necessary to stabilize the lift. A pit is also beneficial if you want the lifting solution to be flush with the floor.

Yes. Stainless steel lifting solutions can also be made in an explosion-proof edition. A stainless steel solutions is mostly concerned with the surface treatment of the equipment whereas ATEX considers the components and wiring to make it safe for explosive environments.

TRANSLYFT offers ATEX solutions for ATEX zone 1 (gasses and vapours) and 2 (dust). It is important that zone and operating condition are identified before the design process begins. You can read more about ATEX lifting solutions here: 

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