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Lift-Rotate Device – ergonomic work from either side

Lift-rotate device with a trolley
Empty lift-rotate device in idle position

Lift-rotate device – efficient trolley changeover

The SHT lift-rotate device was originally developed to make container changeovers during forklift supply more efficient — and has since proven itself across many companies. The modernized version for trolleys brings this efficiency to tugger-train systems. The trick: the device lifts trolleys, provides an ergonomically ideal picking height, and allows a 180° rotation so full and empty trolleys can be exchanged independently of each other.

General function

The lift-rotate device accepts trolleys from both sides and raises them to the individually suitable working height. This enables body-friendly picking for operators of any height. The lift height can be continuously adjusted via an intuitive control panel. An integrated ejection mechanism helps the trolley roll out by overcoming breakaway resistance. Two stainless-steel safety pins provide automatic load securing.

Process decoupling through 180° rotation

The rotation function fully decouples logistics and production: while material is picked on one side, a trolley can be loaded or unloaded on the other. The device rotates 180°, eliminating the need for a fixed changeover time. This reduces waiting times and significantly increases the efficiency of your material flow.

Ergonomic picking at raised lift-rotate device
Ergonomic material picking at raised device
Lift-rotate device during decoupled container change
Decoupled container change by logistics
Lift-rotate device with two trolleys in operation
Lift-rotate device

Technical designs & variants

The lift-rotate device is designed for standard trolleys sized 1200 × 800 × 280 mm and 1210 × 1010 mm and carries up to 1000 kg. With numerous options — such as side cladding, a cantilever control unit, high-lift pallet-truck pick-up, or a heavy base plate — the unit can be tailored to your needs. Custom solutions for other trolley formats or work environments are available on request.

Technical drawing of the lift-rotate device with dimensions
Side view of the lift-rotate device with technical details

Technical Data — Lift-Rotate Device

This table lists the technical values of the standard lift-rotate device only. Customer-specific dimensions, options, etc. may result in different values.
Model Load capacity (kg) Dimensions b1 (mm) Dimensions b2 (mm) Dimensions l1 (mm) Dimensions l2 (mm) Height h1 (mm) Height h2 (mm) Height h3 (mm) Max. lift height (mm) Footprint Ø (mm) Load carrier size (mm) Power supply
Lift-rotate device 1210/810 1000 1280 1376 1040 2642 225 935 1510 600 Ø 2940 1200 × 800 3~ 380–400 V
Lift-rotate device 1210/1010 1000 1280 1376 1240 3040 225 935 1510 600 Ø 3295 1200 × 1000 3~ 380–400 V


Questions about the lift-rotate device?

Want to learn more about the ergonomic lift-rotate solution for trolleys or need a custom adaptation for your processes?
Our team supports you with selection, design, and technical integration — even for complex production or logistics requirements.

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