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KNOWLEDGE FROM PRACTICE
GUIDE TO HANDLING TECHNOLOGY

Objective guidance on lifting technology, selection and use of manipulators and lifting aids. The guides from Zeilhofer Handling Technology answer the most frequently asked questions from practical experience, manufacturer-neutral and without sales pressure.

CATEGORY 01
SYSTEM AND SELECTION

ORIENTATION
manipulator, crane or chain hoist

Which lifting system is worthwhile for which task, in an objective comparison.

 

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TECHNOLOGY
Pneumatic or electric lifting

Advantages and disadvantages of the three drive concepts for lifting aids in comparison.

 

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BASICS
BASICS — What is a lifting axis?

Linear load guidance with aluminum profile up to 1,200 kg explained.

 

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SELECTION
Which Zeilhofer system fits?

Lifting axis, manipulator or lifting platform, tailored to the load and application.

 

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BASICS
What is a manipulator?

Industrial manipulators explained: Function, types, and comparison to cranes and chain hoists. For loads up to 800 kg.

 

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ORIENTATION
COMPARISON — Articulated or rope manipulator?

Design types in direct comparison according to load, speed and location.

 

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CATEGORY 02
SAFETY AND APPLICATIONS

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY
Ergonomics at the assembly workstation

Recognize and specifically reduce physical strain when lifting.

 

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E-MOBILITY
Handling high-voltage batteries safely

Requirements for lifting technology during battery installation.

 

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TESTING OBLIGATION
The UVV inspection for lifting aids

Obligation, procedure and deadlines for the annual accident prevention inspection.

 

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CATEGORY 03
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE ZEILHOFER

PRODUCT
ZH90 lifting axis in use

Non-oscillating up to 1,200 kg, lightweight aluminum construction, practical applications.

 

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PRODUCT
Joint manipulator up to 800 kg

Pneumatic manipulator with a working radius of up to 4.5 m for heavy industry.

 

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PRODUCT
Lifespan of manipulators

Which ensures 15 to 25 years of profitable operation.

 

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PRODUCT
Lifting platform ZH without compressed air

Mobile lifting aid up to 100 kg with 48-volt battery and omniwheels.

 

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PRODUCT
Acer rope manipulator and ZH70

Lightweight aluminum construction for fast handling, up to 150 kg or 70 kg.

 

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CATEGORY 04
APPLICATIONS & INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS

APPLICATION LIFTING AID
For production, industry, warehousing and logistics up to 1,200 kg

The complete guide to industrial lifting aids. Types, applications and selection criteria at a glance.

 

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Roller lifter
Films, paper & heavy rolls up to 800 kg

Industrial lifting aids for cylindrical loads. Function, variants and selection criteria at a glance.

 

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LOGISTICS
Lifting aids in logistics

Mobile solutions for order picking, packing stations and workshops.

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LIFTING AIDS FOR CARTON
Solutions for logistics, shipping and order picking

Manipulators, vacuum lifters and flat suction cups for cartons. Ideal for logistics, shipping and order picking.

 

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APPLICATION LIFTING AID
Lifting aids in automotive final assembly

Doors, seats, cockpits: typical applications in vehicle production.

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Special solution
Special machine construction and special solutions

How customer-specific manipulators are created from the Zeilhofer modular system.

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QUESTIONS NOT INCLUDED?

Speak directly with our design engineers. We will advise you on your handling requirements.

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