FullSharp chose an aluminum rail jib crane with a KITO 160 kg hoist for spots where lifting covers only a few meters but repeats all shift. The light aluminum rail lets the arm swing smoothly by hand without a heavy steel beam, while the hoist lifts securely with a load-holding brake, enough for parts in this range.

At some spots in a plant, lifting only needs to cover a few meters, but it repeats all shift long. Installing a steel-beam jib crane for such a small area is heavy and demands more support structure than it's worth.

FullSharp chose an aluminum rail jib crane paired with a KITO 160 kg hoist. The lightweight aluminum rail lets the arm swing smoothly by hand, while the KITO hoist lifts and lowers securely with a load-holding brake, more than enough for parts within this load range.

Aluminum Rail Jib Crane with KITO 160 kg Hoist

The aluminum rail jib crane carrying a KITO 160 kg hoist at a plant workstation.

Installed Equipment

  • Column and aluminum rail arm: the lightweight aluminum rail lets the arm swing by hand with little effort.
  • KITO 160 kg hoist: stable lifting and lowering, with a load-holding brake at every stopping point.
  • Trolley running on the rail: brings the lift point right to the end of the arm for precise pickup.
  • Travel stops at both rail ends: limit the trolley so it can't move past the safe working range.

Key Specifications

  • Hoist capacity160 kg
  • Rail materialAluminum rail
  • Equipment typeJib crane
  • Installation photos16 photos

Benefits for the Plant

Light to swing

The aluminum rail cuts the weight of the rotating section, so the arm swings without effort.

Compact footprint

The column and arm take up little space, fitting small work areas in the plant.

Holds the load firmly

The KITO hoist's brake keeps the load steady the moment you stop pulling, for accurate positioning.

Actual Installation Photos

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Click a photo to enlarge. A 13-photo album taken on site.

Suitable Applications

  • Fixed lifting positions beside machines
  • Handling parts under 160 kg
  • Repair and maintenance stations in the plant
  • Loading areas for work benches

Frequently asked questions

Why choose an aluminum jib crane instead of steel?

For a small area and light loads, a steel beam needs more support than it is worth. An aluminum rail is light, so the arm swings easily by hand.

What capacity is this jib crane?

The KITO hoist in this project is rated at 160 kg, with a brake that holds the load. FullSharp sizes the arm to the real parts.

Where is a light jib crane useful?

Fixed lifting spots beside machines, parts under 160 kg, repair and maintenance stations and loading areas for workbenches.

Consultation for Your Plant's Installation

FullSharp surveys the working radius, clear height, and column footing. We then finalize the aluminum arm reach, the KITO hoist's lifting height, and the right column anchoring method.