The Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Car Freight Lift transfers 5000 kg vehicles across multi-level floors, eliminating chassis scraping and structural deflection during drive-through access in demanding automotive transfer facilities.
Rated Capacity: 5000 kg (+/-2%)
Envelope / Pit: 5000x8000x590 mm
Motion Spec: 4200 mm stroke 0.1 m/s
Working Surface: 4200×7900 mm deck
| Technical Parameter | Engineering Specification / Design Standard |
| Equipment Name | Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Car Freight Lift |
| Structural Configuration | 4-cylinder 8-post lifting system |
| Rated Payload Capacity | 5000 kg vehicle elevator (+/-2% margin) |
| Platform Deck Size | 4200 mm (W) x 7900 mm (L) |
| Concrete Pit Footprint | 5000 mm (W) x 8000 mm (L) x 590 mm (D) |
| Vertical Stroke / Travel | 4200 mm (2 levels, 2 stops) |
| Access Configuration | 4200 mm clear bidirectional drive-through access |
| Vertical Guide Profiles | 8 units of 150H ASTM A572 Gr. 50 guide columns |
| Steel Material Certification | Certified GB Q355B equivalent with EN 10204 3.1 material traceability |
| Hydraulic Cylinders | 4 units of HSG 80/60 single-acting honed cylinders |
| Power Unit Output | 7.5 kW motor, 380V, 50Hz, 4-line phi-22 pressure hoses |
| Primary Suspension Drive | Tandem heavy-duty leaf chain 1244 assemblies |
| Secondary Safety Fall Arrest | 16 mm (16#) high-tensile steel wire rope |
| Platform Subframe | 160 x 80 x 4 mm rectangular tube with f80 stiffeners |
| Deck Top Surface | 5 mm anti-skid checkered steel plate |
| Lifting Carriage Frame | 120 x 60 x 4 mm rectangular tube |
| Top Header Beam | 160 x 80 x 4 mm rectangular tube |
| Positioning Logic | Dedicated hydraulic leveling interlock system |
| Door Integration | Dry contact terminal blocks wired for customer roller shutter |
| Governing Safety Code | ASME B20.1 vertical reciprocating conveyor |
Gradin mills certified GB Q355B structural sections as direct ASTM A572 Gr. 50 guide columns, eliminating column twisting and carriage jam under asymmetric wheel loads. The 4-cylinder 8-post lifting system spreads horizontal moment forces across eight anchored H-beams. Mill-tested steel with EN 10204 3.1 material traceability ensures permanent alignment across the 4200 mm vertical path.
Precision bore honing and chrome rod plating prevent fluid bypass and seal degradation inside the four 80/60 mm cylinders. A synchronized manifold directs equal flow from the 7.5 kW power unit into four phi-22 high-pressure lines. Hardline check valves hold the 5000 kg vehicle elevator platform in place if line rupture occurs.
CNC harness wiring and relay terminal isolation eliminate signal bounce across the industrial control cabinet. The system integrates a dedicated hydraulic leveling interlock with external roller door dry contacts. Limit switches hold the carriage within two millimeters of floor level before exterior entrance gates clear for drive-through vehicle passage.
Submerged arc welding on 160x80x4 mm rectangular tubular subframes prevents chassis sagging under drive-on axle impacts. High-tensile heavy-duty leaf chain 1244 pairs bear direct tension alongside 16 mm safety wire ropes. This dual suspension arrangement satisfies ASME B20.1 vertical reciprocating conveyor criteria by arresting free-fall hazard during mechanical component stress
Automotive retail facilities require stable vertical transport for SUVs, sedans, and light utility vans between showroom floors and rooftop parking areas. The drive-through 4200 mm doorway accommodates wide wheelbases without side panel contact. Off-center wheel loading tolerance reaches 35% of total platform width. Foundation requirements specify a 590 mm reinforced concrete pit with minimum 25 MPa compressive strength across operating temperatures from -10 to +45 degrees Celsius.
Automotive manufacturing plants utilize this 5000 kg vehicle elevator to shuttle rolling chassis and completed electric vehicles to second-tier testing decks. The platform absorbs dynamic braking shock loads up to 1.3 times rated vehicle mass. Foundation interface requires embed steel plates welded flush with structural concrete, operating within factory temperature boundaries of 0 to +50 degrees Celsius under non-condensing moisture.
For this heavy-duty series, we can engineer load capacities up to [300] tons, with platform dimensions and lifting heights customized to your operational envelope. Requirements exceeding our standard engineering matrix will undergo a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) by our engineering team to ensure structural viability before proposing a solution.
To initiate the engineering proposal, please provide the following baseline data:
Rated Load Capacity
Maximum Lifting Height & Closed Height
Platform Dimensions (L x W)
Duty Cycle (e.g., operational cycles per hour/day)
Environmental Conditions (e.g., indoor/outdoor, washdown, explosion-proof)
Pit depth or overhead clearance constraints
Yes. The control systems can be equipped with standard communication protocols (e.g., Profinet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP) utilizing [Siemens / Allen-Bradley / Omron] PLCs. This ensures seamless I/O signal synchronization with upstream/downstream conveyors, AGV/AMR units, and your central control room.
Every custom unit undergoes a mandatory Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) prior to dispatch. This includes continuous operational testing at 100% rated load, static overload testing at [120% / 125%] capacity, and the physical triggering of all mechanical anti-fall and hydraulic safety interlocks. FAT documentation and video proof are included in your engineering package.
Upon final approval of the General Arrangement (GA) drawings, the manufacturing lead time is typically 4 to 8 weeks. Oversized structural components are engineered with a modular design to fit into standard shipping containers (20FT/40HQ). On-site assembly utilizes pre-engineered bolted flange connections and heavy-duty aviation plugs, strictly eliminating the need for field welding.
We provide a standard [12/24]-month warranty covering the structural frame and primary hydraulic/electrical components. To minimize operational downtime, a comprehensive set of standard consumables (e.g., cylinder seal kits, travel switches, relays) is shipped alongside your equipment. During the warranty period, replacement parts for non-human-induced failures are dispatched via priority air freight (DHL/FedEx) within 48 hours.
Beyond the warranty, we guarantee lifetime engineering support. Your custom equipment's CAD drawings, electrical schematics, and BOM (Bill of Materials) are permanently archived in our system. This ensures you receive uninterrupted remote troubleshooting, maintenance guidance, and exact spare parts matching for the entire lifecycle of the equipment.
Gradin Machinery is a leading manufacturer specializing in aerial work platforms and hydraulic lifting solutions. With ISO & CE certifications, we provide safe, reliable, and customized equipment for global industrial needs
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