With the development of building curtain walls toward larger sizes and heavier glass panels, traditional manual handling can no longer meet the safety and efficiency requirements of modern construction. Glass Lifting Machine is becoming standard equipment in the glass installation industry – it replaces human lifting with vacuum suction, replaces shoulder carrying with electric walking, and allows a single operator to handle a glass panel weighing hundreds of kilograms from unloading to installation. YG offers 5 models covering a load range of 300–800kg, solving flat material handling problems in one stop – from indoor small-scale handling to high-rise curtain wall installation.
YG Glass Vacuum Lifting Equipment Specifications
| Model Type | YG-LD-300 | YG-LD-400 | YG-LD-500 | YG-LD-600 | YG-LD-800 | |
| Load Capacity | 300kg(retract)150kg(extend) | 400kg(retract)200kg(extend) | 500kg(retract)250kg(extend) | 600kg(retract)300kg(extend) | 800kg(retract)400kg(extend) | |
| Lifting Height | 3500mm | 3500mm | 3700mm | 3700mm | 4500mm | |
| QTY of Suction Cap | 4pcs | 4pcs | 6pcs | 6pcs | 8pcs | |
| Rubber Suction Cap | 300mm | Ø300mm | Ø300mm | Ø300mm | Ø300mm | |
| Maintenance-free Battery | 2x12V/80AH | 2x12V/100AH | 2x12V/120AH | 2x12V/120AH | 2x12V/120AH | |
| Battery Charger | Smart Charger | Smart Charger | Smart Charger | Smart Charger | Smart Charger | |
| Drive motor | 24V/1200W | 24V/1200W | 24V/1200W | 24V/1200W | 24V/1200W | |
| Lifting Motor | 24V/2000W/6L | 24V/2000W/6L | 24V/2000W/6L | 24V/2000W/6L | 24V/2000W/12L | |
| Chassis L*W | 2660*810mm | 2660*810mm | 2800*810mm | 2800*810mm | 2800*810mm | |
| Driving Wheel | Ø250x80mm | Ø250x80mm | Ø300x100mm | Ø300x100mm | Ø300x125mm | |
| Packing Size(mm) | 2560*1030*1700 | 2560*1030*1700 | 2580*1050*1700 | 2580*1050*1700 | 3000*1250*2300 | |
| N.W/G.W | 1100/1150kg | 1280/1330kg | 1300/1350kg | 1400/1450kg | 1600/1650kg | |
| Loading Qty | 1x20GP/40GP: 6SETS/12SETS | |||||
| Movement | Automatic(4 kinds) | 1. The suction cup frame flips 180° electrically. 2. The support plate automatically retracts. 3. The hydraulic arm lifts electrically. 4. The base of the whole machine moves 100- 150 mm horizontally. | ||||
| Manual (2kinds) | 1. The suction cup holder can be manually rotated 90 degrees (electrically powered optional). 2. The suction cup holder can be manually rotated 360 degrees (electrically powered optional). | |||||
| Usages | Mainly used for the handling, movement, and installation of materials such as glass, marble, wood, iron plate, etc. | |||||
Glass Lifting Machine Key Component Breakdown
An efficient glass vacuum lifting equipment works through the coordinated operation of several core components:
- Vacuum suction cup set – directly determines the suction force. YG equips Ø300mm rubber suction cups, each with an independent vacuum control valve that can be turned on/off separately. If one cup fails, the others still maintain safe suction. Models 300/400 have 4 cups, 500/600 have 6 cups, and 800 has 8 cups.
- Telescopic support arm – can move up/down and extend/retract flexibly to adapt to materials of different sizes. When the arm is extended, the load capacity is halved (e.g., YG-LD-800 has a max load of 400kg in extended state) to ensure centre-of-gravity safety.
- Suction frame rotation mechanism – supports 360° rotation and 180° tilt, available in electric or manual operation. 360° rotation allows positioning at any angle, while 180° tilt meets vertical installation needs such as wall mounting.
- Electric lifting system – a 24V/2000W high-power lifting motor with a maximum lift height of 4500mm (YG-LD-800), meeting high-rise curtain wall glass installation requirements.
- Electric travel system – a 24V/1200W drive motor paired with large-diameter wheels ensures smooth movement even under full load, reducing operator fatigue.
- Power-off pressure retention and alarm device – automatically locks vacuum in case of unexpected power failure, extends safe handling time, and triggers an audible and visual alarm to alert the operator.
Key Parameters to Check When Buying Glass Lifting Equipment for Sale
With many models on the market, how do you choose the most suitable glass lifting equipment for sale? The following five parameters are your core decision criteria:
- Load capacity – choose based on the maximum weight you handle daily. Curtain wall glass typically needs a 300- 500 kg class, while stone and metal sheets may require 600- 800 kg. Pay attention to the load difference between retracted and extended states.
- Number of suction cups – more cups mean larger suction area and higher safety. For large thin glass panels, we recommend 6 cups or more; for smaller sheets, 4 cups are sufficient.
- Rotation angle – standard configuration offers manual 90°/360° rotation, with electric rotation optional. If you frequently need multi-angle positioning, electric rotation greatly improves efficiency.
- Lifting height – 3500mm is enough for indoor handling; high-altitude work like curtain wall installation needs 3700- 4500 mm lifting capability.
- Battery life – maintenance-free lead-acid batteries range from 80AH to 120AH, directly affecting continuous operation time. For heavy continuous work, choose the 120AH large-battery version.
Core Advantages of Heavy Glass Lifting Equipment over Manual Handling
Why are more and more people choosing heavy glass lifting equipment instead of manual labour? Three major advantages cannot be overlooked:
- Safety transformation – a 200kg curtain wall glass panel carried by 4-6 people – if anyone slips, the glass can fall and break, causing injuries. Glass vacuum lifting equipment securely holds the material with vacuum suction, and with the power-off pressure retention system, it won’t lose suction instantly even during a sudden blackout. The operator stays at a safe distance at all times.
- Efficiency doubled – manually moving a 200kg glass from the unloading point to the installation position requires multiple people working together slowly, taking 15-30 minutes per trip. With a vacuum suction lifter operated by one person, electric travel + electric lifting, the same process takes only 5-10 minutes – efficiency increases by 2-3 times.
- Surface protection – manual handling inevitably involves fingers touching the glass surface, leaving fingerprints, scratches, or even hidden cracks. Vacuum suction cups evenly grip through rubber pads without contacting visible areas, perfectly protecting high-end surface materials like glass, marble, and stainless steel.
FAQs About Glass Lifting Machine
Q1: What materials can a glass lifting machine handle?
Not just glass – it can also handle marble, granite, steel plates, wood boards, aluminium panels, and other flat-surfaced materials. The key is that the surface must be flat and non-porous.
Q2: Will the suction cups lose suction immediately after a power failure?
No. All YG models are equipped with a power-off pressure retention device. After a power outage, the vacuum system automatically locks and maintains enough time for the operator to safely lower the material. An audible and visual alarm is also triggered.
Q3: How to replace aged suction cups?
Each cup has an independent vacuum control valve and can be removed and replaced individually – no need to return the whole machine. The rubber cups are consumables with a normal service life of about 1-2 years under proper use.
Q4: Does heavy glass lifting equipment require special operator training?
The equipment is easy to operate; generally, 1-2 hours of practice is enough to master it. However, operators are advised to receive basic training covering vacuum level checks, load limits, emergency power-off procedures, and other safety essentials.
Q5: How many units fit in a 20-foot container?
For models YG-LD-300 to YG-LD-600, a 20-foot container can hold 6 units, and a 40-foot container can hold 12. For YG-LD-800, due to its larger size, please confirm the loading quantity separately.
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Whether you are a curtain wall installation company, a glass processing factory, or a stone handling service provider, YG offers a full range of glass lifting machine solutions from 300kg to 800kg. The 5 models cover different load and lifting height needs and support global shipping. Contact YG for detailed selection advice and equipment quotes.
