FullSharp built one column carrying two 3,000 mm swing arms at different heights, each with its own vacuum tube set: 70 kg for setting up the carton and 60 kg for lowering the industrial fan into it. The arms rotate independently within 180 degrees, so one worker standing in place completes the whole packing cycle that took two.

Packing industrial fans usually takes two separate jobs: setting up the carton box and placing the fan inside it. Both are heavy and bulky, so doing it by hand needs two workers, and the box easily gets crushed while the fan blades get knocked around.

FullSharp builds a single column carrying two 3,000 mm swing arms that rotate independently at two different heights. One arm carries a 70 kg vacuum tube set to pull up and set up the carton box, while the other carries a 60 kg set that lowers the fan into the box. One worker stands in place and completes the whole cycle.

Vacuum Lifting for Carton Boxes and Industrial Fan Packaging

A two-arm column carrying two vacuum tube sets for carton boxes and industrial fans.

Equipment Installed

  • Reinforced steel box column: base fixed to the concrete floor with expansion bolts, carrying the load of both arms at once.
  • Two 3,000 mm swing arms: rotate independently within 180 degrees, set at different heights so they don't interfere with each other.
  • Flexible vacuum tube sets: wrapped in protective fabric, lifting and lowering directly by suction force for smooth motion that stops exactly on target.
  • Two dedicated suction pads: a flat pad spreads the load evenly for cartons, while a shaped pad follows the fan housing with a swivel joint.
  • Vacuum pump: fitted with a filter and vacuum gauge, running on 220V or 380V power.

Key Specifications

  • Carton lifting capacityUp to 70 kg
  • Fan lifting capacityUp to 60 kg
  • Reach per arm3,000 mm
  • Lifting stroke1,600 mm
  • Arm rotation angle180 degrees
  • Pump power supply220V or 380V

Benefits for the Plant

Two stations become one

A single column handles both setting up the box and placing the fan, saving space and cost compared to two separate stations.

No damaged goods

The flat pad keeps the box from crushing, and the shaped pad hugs the fan housing so it never knocks against the blades.

One operator

The worker operates from a single spot, swinging each arm in turn without needing a second person to support the load.

Actual Installation Photos

Vacuum Lifting for Carton Boxes and Industrial Fan Packaging - photo 1 Vacuum Lifting for Carton Boxes and Industrial Fan Packaging - photo 2 Vacuum Lifting for Carton Boxes and Industrial Fan Packaging - photo 3 Vacuum Lifting for Carton Boxes and Industrial Fan Packaging - photo 4

Click a photo to enlarge. 4-photo album taken on site.

Suitable Applications

  • Industrial fan and bulky-item packaging lines
  • Box setup and loading stations in manufacturing plants
  • Finished goods warehouses handling heavy carton boxes
  • Packing stations looking to combine multiple steps into one position

Frequently asked questions

How can one person pack a heavy product into a box?

Use two lifters at one station: one handles the box and the other lowers the product into it. In this project both arms share one column and one worker runs both.

What are the capacities and reach?

The carton lifter handles up to 70 kg and the fan lifter up to 60 kg. Each arm reaches 3,000 mm, rotates 180 degrees, and the lifting stroke is 1,600 mm.

Do the two arms interfere with each other?

No. They are set at different heights and rotate independently. The pumps run on 220V or 380V, and FullSharp sets the layout for the real station.

Get an Installation Consultation for Your Plant

FullSharp measures the box dimensions, the fan shape, and the clearance between the pallet, conveyor, and packing table. Our technicians design a dedicated suction pad for each item and calculate the column's foundation. We then install the system, test it with real product, and provide on-site warranty support.