Ceiling-Mounted Articulating Jib Arm

Many assembly lines have no floor space left for a standing column: machines, workstations, and walkways already cover the whole area. Yet parts still need to move between stations - carrying them by hand is tiring, and bringing in a double-girder crane is far more than the job needs.

FullSharp installs a ceiling-mounted articulating jib arm: the entire structure is fixed to the ceiling purlins, leaving the floor completely clear. The two-segment arm has rotating joints so the tool head folds inward, swings around obstacles, and places the load exactly where it's needed.

Ceiling-Mounted Articulating Jib Arm for Assembly Workshops

Two-segment articulating jib arm mounted on the ceiling purlins, used for lifting in an assembly area.

Equipment Installed

Ceiling mount base: fixed directly to the roof purlin or ceiling beam, leaving the entire floor area free for machines and walkways.
Multi-point rotating joints: each joint rotates independently so the tool head follows a curved path, threading around machines instead of just sweeping in a single circle.
Lightweight alloy arm: reduces inertia when pushed, so the operator can guide it precisely with one hand.
Multi-purpose tool mount: fits a hook, clamp, or vacuum head depending on the load handled at each line.
Bushings and lubrication points at each joint: reduce friction, keeping the arm running smoothly with less adjustment over time.

Benefits for Your Facility

No Floor Footprint

Everything hangs from the ceiling, so the floor stays free for machines and walkways.

Reaches Multiple Directions

The folding joints let loads move around obstacles instead of being limited to one fixed circle.

Easy Tool Changes

A standardized tool head lets you swap hooks, clamps, or vacuum heads for different loads without modifying the structure.

Actual Installation Photos

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Suitable Applications

Assembly workshops, component manufacturing
Workstations moving parts between machines and tables
Warehouses and packing areas with limited space
Machine shops making small to mid-size parts

Get a Custom Installation Plan for Your Facility

FullSharp surveys the ceiling structure, checks that the purlins can bear the suspended load, and measures the actual working radius at each station. We then select the length of both arm segments and the right tool head for the job. Schedule a site survey with FullSharp.