An assembled wheel and tire is bulky, and turning it by hand to align the bolt holes is difficult. Doing this many times a day tires the shoulders and often scratches the rim surface. The shop also rents its building, so drilling anchors into the roof structure isn't an option.

FullSharp built a 5T steel rail frame standing freestanding on the floor, rated at 200 kg, with no need to hang from the roof. A trolley runs along the rail on top of the frame, with a wheel rim gripper tool suspended below. The technician grips the rim, lifts it to working height, and gives it a gentle turn into the correct installation position.

5T Steel Rail Frame with a Gripper Tool for Lifting Wheel Rims

A freestanding 5T steel rail frame with a wheel rim gripper tool at a wheel assembly area.

Equipment Installed

  • Freestanding steel frame: two gantry legs support the rail line, standing on the shop floor with no need to anchor into the roof.
  • 5T steel rail: FullSharp's rail profile, rated at 200 kg, forming the travel path for the trolley.
  • Wheel rim gripper tool: arms clamp around the rim, with protective padding to avoid scratching the paint finish.
  • Trolley and suspension set: runs smoothly along the rail, keeping the load balanced as the technician turns the rim into position.
  • End stops at both ends of the rail: limit the trolley's travel, preventing it from drifting beyond the frame's reach.

Key Specifications

  • Rail code5T steel rail
  • Rated load capacity200 kg
  • Mounting typeFreestanding frame

Benefits for the Factory

Less strain on technicians

The tool carries the full weight of the rim, leaving the technician just to guide and turn it.

No roof drilling required

The freestanding frame works in a rented building or with a weak roof, and can be relocated later.

Rim surfaces stay clean

The padded gripper keeps the rim off the floor, reducing scratches and dents to the edge.

Installation Photos

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Click a photo to enlarge. Album of 30 photos taken on site.

Suitable Applications

  • Wheel and rim assembly shops
  • High-volume tire service garages
  • Rim and finished tire storage
  • Dynamic balance testing lines
  • Rim painting and polishing shops

Consultation for Your Factory

FullSharp measures the frame location, clear ceiling height, and the reach required to place the gantry rail correctly. Our technicians review your rim type, rim diameter, and how technicians currently work to select the right gripper arms. After the survey, you'll receive a frame drawing, rail length, and installation plan.