Ergonomic Solutions

Creating a safer, more productive workplace starts with strategically-designed workstations and quality ergonomic products that help reduce the physical burden on your staff.

The experts at Wolter will partner with you to identify and implement the right ergonomic products for your workplace, including customized industrial lifting and positioning devices, lift and tilt tables, pallet positioners and more. Our goal is to help you provide a better working environment for your employees, decrease injuries and product damage and maximize your bottom line.

Explore our ergonomic solutions below or shop ergonomic products in our warehouse products catalog.

Free-Standing Intelligent Lifting Devices

Free-Standing Intelligent Lifting Devices are an ergonomic, safer, and more productive option for lifting products and materials in your plant, warehouse, or distribution center. Learn about the variety of devices below, each offering safer, more controlled movements to increase your business’s productivity.

Hydraulic Manipulator

Capacities from 500 lbs to 2500 lbs
Vertical travel up to 64 in
A vertical lift is achieved with a motor-driven hydraulic system
Reach up to 136 in
360 degrees of continuous rotation
Ability to rotate and/or pitch loads
Adjustable drag brakes at each vertical axis of rotation
Can be converted from floor-mounted to overhead mounted
Pilot-operated lock valve on lift and grip cylinders prevents loss of load due to power outage
Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is fully supported
5:1 safety design factor for all mechanical components
Easily accommodates tooling

Industrial Manipulator

Capacities from 180 lbs to 900 lbs
Vertical travel up to 100 in
Vertical lift is achieved with a motor-driven hydraulic system
Reach up to 144 in
360 degrees of continuous rotation
Ability to rotate and/or pitch loads
Adjustable drag brakes on 3 axes
Mounting options: free-standing, portable base, overhead fixed or on trolleys
Works well in areas of low headroom
Pneumatic controls
Pilot-operated lock valve on lift and grip cylinders prevents loss of load due to power outage
Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is fully supported
5:1 safety design factor for all mechanical components
Easily accommodates tooling

Pneumatic Manipulator Arm

Capacities from 200 lbs to 660 lbs
Vertical travel up to 55 in
Reach up to 115 in
360 degrees of continuous rotation
Ability to rotate and/or pitch loads
Adjustable drag brakes on 3 axes
Works well in areas of low headroom
Pneumatic controls
Pilot-operated lock valve on lift and grip cylinders prevents loss of load due to power outage
Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is fully supported
5:1 safety design factor for all mechanical components
Easily accommodates tooling

Torque Arm

Capacities from 40 lbs to 210 lbs
Vertical travel up to 60 in
Reach up to 60 in
Balance configuration for “zero-gravity” control
360 degrees of continuous rotation
Ability to rotate and/or pitch loads
Vertical axis brakes available
Mounting options: free-standing, portable base, overhead fixed or on trolleys
Works well in areas of low headroom
Pneumatic controls
Pilot-operated lock valve on lift and grip cylinders prevents loss of load due to power outage
Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is fully supported
5:1 safety design factor for all mechanical components
Easily accommodates tooling

Transfer Arm (ATA)

Capacities from 300 lbs and 500 lbs
Positech Free-Standing intelligent Lift Device Transfer Arm
Vertical travel up to 24 in
Reach up to 72 in
360 degrees of continuous rotation
Ability to rotate and/or pitch loads
Adjustable drag brakes on 3 axes
Mounting options: free-standing, portable base, overhead fixed or on trolleys
Fits into work areas where larger material handling equipment will not fit
Hydraulic or Pneumatic controls
Pilot-operated lock valve on lift and grip cylinders prevents loss of load due to power outage
Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is fully supported
5:1 safety design factor for all mechanical components
Easily accommodates tooling

Semi/Fully Automated Pallet Wrapping, Stretching, & Strapping

Securing your loads is important for any material handling operation, but repetitive wrapping (in any of its forms) can put unnecessary strain on your employees and impacts their productivity. Minimize injury, reduce labor costs, and maximize productivity with automated wrapping solutions from Wolter.

Pallet wrappers ensure consistent, secure wrapping and have a range of options depending on your facility’s needs. Depending on your level of automation, pallet wrappers can handle anywhere from 20 loads per day to 40 loads per hour. Orbital wrappers are also available for long or irregular items like pipes and furniture.
Stretch hooders are a form-fitting solution that does not require heat (unlike shrink wrap) which saves on energy costs. They also use less plastic, reducing waste by up to 25%.
Strapping machines help to easily bundle products, reinforce cartons, and secure items to pallets. They are especially useful in industries that fast packaging transportation.

Explore Automated Stretch Wrapping Machines

End Effectors

End Effectors are generally devices hung from the air or electric hoists and are designed to accomplish transference or manipulation of raw materials, parts, or oddly shaped pieces. These tools can be simple mechanical, manually powered, air-powered, or electrically powered

Applications

ID/OD Gripping
Vacuum Handling
Magnetic Handling of Metal Parts
Large & Oddly Shaped Parts
Production Lines

Tasks

Straight Lift & Transfer
Reach-In or Under
Pitching
Rotating

Intelligent & Ergonomic Cranes

Intelligent and Ergonomic Cranes are a proven way to improve productivity, increase quality, and provide a safer work environment. Providing an ergonomic lifting solution fitted for all, these operator-friendly cranes offer ease of movement and positioning to continue creating quality products and material.

Gorbel Easy Arm

Capacities of 165 lbs & 660 lbs
Lift speeds as high as 180 FPM; low speeds less than 1 FPM
Capacity Overload: will not lift if the load exceeds the capacity of the rate
Operator Present Function: the handle grip uses a built-in photo sensor that doesn’t allow the unit to move unless the operator initiates the movement
Float Mode Option: with only a 1/2 lb of force, the operator can precisely orient loads throughout the full stroke range by manipulating the load with their hands
Easy Installation: unit ships assembled and ready to be installed
Free-Standing vs. Under-Hung
- Free-Standing: Choose for easy relocation, no foundation necessary
- Under-Hung: Choose for hook heights over 11 ft & covering multiple work cells

Gorbel Pivot Pro

Capacities up to 150 lbs
Up to 3 times easier to start and stop than a workstation jib crane
No festooning necessary
Easier movement of loads to close to the mast

Lift Tilt Tables

Our selection of lift and tilt tables provides the ergonomic support your workforce needs. By limiting unnecessary bending, stretching and lifting, you can increase productivity, minimize employee fatigue, injury and product damage.

LS & Backsaver Lift, Lift-n-Tilt & Turn Tables

Capacities 2,000 lbs and 4,000 lbs
85 degree tilt angle
Fixed and Portable & Side Reach Options
Push-button or foot switch controls available
2-Year Warranty

Backsaver Lite

Capacities: 550 lbs to 1,500 lbs
Platform dimensions from 20 in x 36 in or 24 in x 48 in
Contoured legs add strength and lower collapsed height
Bushings are lubricated for life
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Hydraulic control & 110/1/60 power
2-Year Warranty

Backsaver Lite Compact

Capacities: 500 lbs or 1,000 lbs
Platform dimensions from 12 in x 24 in
36 in raised height; 6 in lowered height
Contoured legs add strength and lower collapsed height
Bushings are lubricated for life
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Hydraulic control & 110/1/60 power
2-Year Warranty

High Rise Lifts

Capacities 1,000 lbs to 12,000 lbs
Dimensions from 24 in x 32 in to 48 in x 108 in
Vertical travel up to 12 ft
Can be used as work platforms
Contoured legs add strength and lower collapsed height
Bushings are lubricated for life
Oversized cylinders add to the life of the cylinder
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Wear indicator rollers
Power voltage depends upon the capacity
2-Year Warranty

Tandem Lifts

Capacities up to 12,000 lbs
Dimensions from 24 in x 36 in to 84 in x 204 in
Vertical travel up to 5 ft
Great for long loads such as lumber, pipes, sheets and bar stock
Contoured legs add strength and lower collapsed height
Bushings are lubricated for life
Oversized cylinders add to the life of the cylinder
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Wear indicator rollers
Voltage-dependent upon capacity
2-Year Warranty

Heavy Duty Lifts

Capacities up to 25,000 lbs
Dimensions from 47 in x 76 in to 108 in x 180 in
Vertical travel up to 7 ft
Contoured legs add strength and lower collapsed height
Bushings are lubricated for life
Oversized cylinders add to the life of the cylinder
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Wear indicator rollers
Standard 3 phase voltage
2-Year Warranty

Floor Height Lifts

Capacities up to 6,000 lbs
Dimensions 50 in x 48 in
Allows loading from a pallet jack
Contoured legs add strength
Bushings are lubricated for life
Oversized cylinders add to the life of the cylinder
Built-in safety chock for maintenance
Adjustable flow control
Wear indicator rollers
Hydraulic control & 110/1/60 power
2-Year Warranty

Mobile Lift Tables

Capacities up to 1,750 lbs (Standard)
Dimensions: up to 24 in x 50 in
Allows users to manipulate and transport loads around a warehouse/plant.
Operation: Foot Pedal, Spring Assist or Powered Options
2-Year Warranty

Lift-Tool Workbench Lift

300 lb Capacity
Only need a drill with a hex bit for power
Great for maintenance shops
Platform dimensions 22 in x 23 in
Portable
Aluminum construction
Custom units available

Tilt Tables

Capacities 2,000 lbs and 4,000 lbs (Standard)
Dimensions from 24 in x 48 in to 66 in x 56 in
30 Degree or 45 Degree tilt angles
Power in hydraulic or pneumatic
2-Year Warranty

EZ Reach Container Tilters

Capacities 2,000 lbs and 4,000 lbs
85 Degree tilt angle
Fixed and Portable & Side Reach Options
12 V DC power with rechargeable battery or 115/1/60
Push-button or foot switch controls available
2-Year Warranty

Container Dumpers

Ergonomically dumps boxes, containers, and drums at variable heights
Up to 6,000 lb Capacities
Chute dimensions up to 54 in (w) x 50 in (d) x 74 in (h)
Dump Heights up to 120 in
Hydraulic actuation
Pushbutton controls

Pallet Positioners

Pallet positioners enable your employees to ergonomically replace broken pallets, transfer product from pallets to slip sheets and replace damaged goods at the bottom of the load.

4,400 lbs Capacity
Handles pallets up to 48 in(l) x 48 in(w) x 60 in(h)

Allows workers to:

Replace broken pallets
Transfer from pallets to slip sheets
Replace damaged goods at the bottom of the load
Hydraulic control & 110/1/60 power

Parts Presentation

Introducing automation in your workplace is an effective strategy that can help improve workplace safety and overall productivity. From design to installation and long-term support, Wolter can help you implement smart automation solutions tailored to your workforce.

Like other ergonomic solutions, material handling automation must consider all aspects of the work being performed and be adaptable for any employee. Our automation solutions and other ergonomic products are designed to: