The coating was clean. The dimensions were in tolerance. The surface passed inspection. Then the part was lifted, shifted, rotated, and placed into the next fixture. That is where the scratch appeared. Manufacturers invest heavily in controlling...
Choosing the right lift assist system starts with one practical question: How should the equipment actually grip the part? The crane, jib arm, or balancer moves the load. The end effector secures it. That makes the gripper one of the most important...
Manual lifting problems rarely show up as one clean line item. They spread across workers’ compensation claims, absenteeism, turnover, slowed production, product damage, rework, and labor inefficiency. That is why lift assist devices for...
Why This Decision Comes Up in Material Handling In many facilities, automation becomes part of the conversation during growth, safety reviews, or when teams are asked to move heavier loads more efficiently without increasing risk. In material...
The Reality Facing Manufacturers Today Automation is no longer optional. Safety expectations are higher, labor is tighter, and consistency matters more than ever. At the same time, most manufacturers don’t have the margin for extended downtime,...
(How KUNDEL’s K-TRAC, I-STRUT, and Lift-Assist Systems Raise Throughput Without Overhauling Your Floor) Why Semi-Automation Is the Upgrade Most Shops Say “Yes” To Shops turn to semi-automation because it addresses problems that show up every single...
Most shops want to automate more, but the truth is… nobody wakes up and says, “Let’s overhaul our whole line this quarter.” Budgets don’t work like that. Production schedules don’t slow down. And crews need solutions that help them today, not two...
Around here, “six to eight weeks” isn’t an answer. When your crew’s on the job, they can’t wait. That’s why we keep Quick-Lift Arms and Pillars on the shelf, stocked and ready to ship today. We’re a family company. We believe in doing right by...
In manufacturing, downtime is the enemy. When materials aren’t moving, production slows, schedules slip, and costs rise. The best way to protect both your people and your output? Keep your lifting equipment in peak condition—always ready, always...
