Wheel Rim and Disc Handling, Air Hoist Jib Crane

FullSharp installs a jib crane with a pneumatic hoist and a gripper built to the exact profile of wheel rims and discs, whose painted finish is ruined by a single scratch. The tool holds at points hidden on the finished part, the hoist lifts smoothly to fixture height, and swinging the arm carries the part to the next station.

Wheel rims and discs are heavy, and the surface is a visible finish, so a single scratch turns the part into a reject. Workers carrying them by hand all shift get tired shoulders and can drop the part. Tying rope around it takes time to position and still presses against the painted surface.

FullSharp installs a jib crane with a pneumatic hoist and builds a gripper tool matched to the rim's exact profile. The tool grips at points that are not visible on the finished surface, so the appearance stays intact. The pneumatic hoist lifts smoothly, and swinging the arm carries the part to the next station.

Jib Crane with Pneumatic Hoist and Wheel Rim/Disc Gripper Tool

Jib crane with a pneumatic hoist and gripper tool picking up a wheel rim on a parts production line.

Equipment Installed

Jib crane frame: the arm rotates around a post, covering the work area between two stations without the operator moving.
Pneumatic hoist: lifts and lowers with compressed air, speed adjusted smoothly by lever, stopping precisely at the fixture height.
Wheel rim and disc gripper tool: jaws built to match the rim's diameter and profile, holding it securely without marking the painted surface.
Handle-mounted control unit: buttons and lever within reach, letting one person hold and control the part at the same time.

Key Specifications

Jib crane system load capacity500 kg

Benefits for Your Facility

Finish stays intact

The jaws grip hidden spots, so rims and discs stay scratch-free and rejects drop.

Consistent rhythm

Lift, rotate and place form one steady cycle repeated all shift.

Less strain on workers

No more carrying heavy parts by hand, cutting shoulder fatigue and injury risk.

Actual Installation Photos

Jib Crane with Pneumatic Hoist and Wheel Rim/Disc Gripper Tool - photo 1

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Click a photo to enlarge. Album of 11 photos taken on site.

Suitable Applications

Automotive and motorcycle assembly lines
Factories producing wheel rims, discs and parts
Visual inspection and dynamic balancing stations
Parts packaging and stacking areas

Frequently asked questions

How do you lift a painted wheel rim without scratching it?

A gripper built to the rim's diameter and profile holds it at points that are not visible on the finished surface. Rope slings press against the paint, so a matched tool keeps the finish intact.

Can the pneumatic hoist stop at an exact height?

Yes. Speed is adjusted smoothly with a lever, so the rim stops precisely at fixture height. FullSharp sets the tool and hoist after checking the real part.

How does the jib connect two stations?

The arm rotates around a post and covers the work area between both stations, so the operator moves the part without walking it across.

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Installation Consultation for Your Facility

FullSharp measures the rim's diameter, width and weight to design jaws that grip a safe, hidden spot. Technicians review the station layout and compressed air supply before selecting the post position. Contact FullSharp to schedule a line survey.

Lifting Wheel Rims and Discs Scratch-Free with a Pneumatic Jib and Custom Gripper