Workstation Positioning, Aluminum Jib with KITO

FullSharp installed an aluminum rail jib crane with a KITO hoist at a machining station where parts of tens of kilograms go on and off the table all shift. The light rail lets the trolley run smoothly, the arm swings around the post, and one person swings, presses lift and places the part, with no room needed for a bridge crane.

Many machining stations need to lift parts weighing tens of kilograms on and off the machine table throughout the shift. Doing it by hand is slow, prone to knocks, and hard on the worker's back. The area around the machine is also tight, leaving no room for a bridge crane running the length of the plant.

FullSharp installed an aluminum rail jib crane with a KITO hoist right at that location. The lightweight aluminum rail lets the trolley run smoothly, and the arm swings through an arc around the post. One person can swing the arm and press the lift button to bring the load exactly where it's needed.

Jib Crane with Aluminum Rail and KITO Hoist

Jib crane with an aluminum rail arm and a KITO hoist installed at a factory workstation.

Equipment Installed

Shaped aluminum rail: forms the jib arm, lightweight with low friction so the trolley can be pushed by hand along the full length.
Rotating joint on the post: lets the arm swing around the post, covering an arc-shaped work area without having to move the machine or the load.
Trolley on the rail: carries the hoist, sliding along the rail to bring the load in and out to the required reach.
KITO hoist: smooth lifting and lowering, stopping at the exact height, with pendant control so one person can operate it.

Benefits for the Plant

Light to operate

The low-friction aluminum rail and trolley let one hand push the load, easing fatigue over repeated shifts.

Compact in tight spaces

The crane stands in place, taking up only the post's footprint, with no need for a bridge crane running the length of the plant.

Precise placement

The KITO hoist stops at the exact height, lowering parts gently into fixtures without impact.

Actual Installation Photos

Jib Crane with Aluminum Rail and KITO Hoist - photo 1

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Suitable Applications

Machining and assembly stations for mechanical and electronic parts
Feeding and finished-part removal for machine tools
Packing and loading at a fixed location
Equipment maintenance and repair shops

Frequently asked questions

Why choose a jib crane over a bridge crane for one machine?

The area around the machine is tight and a bridge crane along the plant is more than one station needs. A jib covers the arc around its post.

What does the aluminum rail add?

It is light with low friction, so the trolley can be pushed by hand along the full arm. FullSharp sets the arm length to the machine layout.

Can one person run the jib crane?

Yes. One operator swings the arm and presses the lift button to bring the load exactly where it is needed, replacing slow hand lifting that is hard on the back.

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Consultation for Your Plant

FullSharp visits your plant to check the post location, measure the required reach, and inspect the floor for foundation sizing. We then finalize the aluminum rail length and the right KITO hoist load. Our team installs, test-runs, and provides on-site warranty.

Aluminum Rail Jib Crane with KITO Hoist for Loading Machine Tables in Tight Spaces