Goodlifta Mold Lifter with Articulating Arm

Changing a press mold is the most time-consuming task every time the product code changes. Molds are heavy, and the tight clearance around the machine often keeps a standard forklift from reaching the hooking position. Using a crane or a hand lever is slow and puts nearby workers at risk.

FullSharp supplied an electric Goodlifta lifter with an articulating arm built specifically for hooking molds. The jointed arm folds and extends to reach into the narrow gap between the press platens. The mold is hooked, pulled out, and lowered under control, which shortens machine downtime.

Goodlifta Mold-Hooking Lifter with Flexible Articulating Arm

An electric Goodlifta lifter with a dedicated articulating arm, used to hook and move molds in the shop.

Equipment Installed

Electric Goodlifta lifter: compact, battery-powered body that maneuvers through the narrow aisles between press machines.
Articulating mold-hooking arm: jointed sections fold and extend to reach into the space around the machine and latch onto the mold's hook point.
Lifting mechanism: raises and lowers the mold in controlled steps, keeping it stable as it is pulled out of the machine.
Mold support table: catches and holds the mold during transport around the shop, preventing it from shifting in transit.
Brakes and wheel locks: hold the lifter in place while hooking or lowering the mold, preventing drift on a slight floor slope.

Benefits for the Factory

Reaches tight clearances

The articulating arm reaches into gaps a standard forklift fork cannot access.

Less downtime

Fast hooking and pull-out means each product changeover takes less time.

Safer mold changes

The mold rests on the lifter instead of hanging in the air, so no one has to stand underneath it.

Actual Installation Photos

Goodlifta Mold-Hooking Lifter with Flexible Articulating Arm - photo 1

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Goodlifta Mold-Hooking Lifter with Flexible Articulating Arm - photo 3

Click a photo to enlarge. Album of 3 photos taken on site.

Suitable Applications

Plastic injection shops that change molds by product code
Metal stamping and casting plants
Mold maintenance and repair areas
Mold storage where units are pulled and stored frequently

Installation Consultation for Your Factory

FullSharp measures the mold's weight, the clearance around the press, and the machine table height to select the right arm configuration. Our engineers check the shop's aisles to confirm the lifter can maneuver. Contact FullSharp to schedule a survey at your plant.